Energy Performance Surveyor (Commercial)

Venesky-Brown’s client, a public sector organisation in Dalkeith, is currently looking to recruit an Energy Performance Certificate Surveyor (Non-Domestic) for a short-term contract 3-6 months Market Rates (Outside IR35). This role will be based in Dalkeith with travel across the organisation.

Responsibilities:

- Review the full property list, confirming building size, complexity, and access arrangements.

- Develop an efficient survey schedule covering all 86 buildings within agreed timescales.

- Liaise with site managers, caretakers, and facilities teams to arrange access and ensure safety compliance.

- Undertake full EPC surveys for each property using the current SBEM-based Scottish methodology (or approved Dynamic Simulation Method for complex buildings).

- Collect detailed data on:

i. Building envelope (materials, U-values, air permeability)

ii. HVAC systems (types, controls, fuel, zones)

iii. Lighting systems (luminaire type, controls, occupancy sensors)

iv. Hot water generation and storage

v. Renewable and low-carbon technologies (PV, heat pumps, solar thermal, CHP, etc.)

vi. Metering, sub-metering, and energy monitoring arrangements

- Record additional information likely to be required under the forthcoming 2025-26 EPC methodology, including energy demand (kWh/m²/yr) and direct emissions (kg CO₂/m²/yr) metrics, and the presence of building automation or digital controls.

- Take accurate measurements, photographs, and notes to support future model revisions and audit traceability.

- Produce EPC models using approved Scottish non-domestic EPC software compliant with SBEM (or DSM) methodology.

- Generate EPCs, Recommendation Reports, and supporting documentation for upload to the Scottish EPC Register.

- Provide clean, named datasets (SBEM files, survey sheets, photo logs, floor plans) to the organisation’s Asset Information team for integration into corporate asset databases.

- Understand and apply knowledge of the Energy Performance of Buildings (Scotland) Regulations 2025, which will:

i. Replace the current EPC format with new metrics (Energy Efficiency Rating, Direct Emissions, Energy Demand).

ii. Reduce EPC validity from 10 to 5 years.

iii. Introduce a redesigned digital EPC register.

-Capture all additional data fields and assumptions necessary to support re-calculation of EPCs under the new methodology when it is introduced (expected October 2026).

- Advise the organisation of any gaps in existing building information or survey limitations that would affect transition to the new regime.

- Work in accordance with the Assessment of Energy Performance of Non-Domestic Buildings (Scotland) Regulations 2016 and Section 63 of the Climate Change (Scotland) Act 2009.

- Ensure all EPCs meet current audit and accreditation standards.

- Identify buildings over 1,000 m² that may require a Section 63 Action Plan, and flag these to the organisation.

- Submit weekly progress reports summarising surveys completed, EPCs lodged, and any issues encountered.

Essential Skills:

- Accredited Scottish Non-Domestic Energy Assessor (NDEA) at Level 4 minimum; Level 5 / DSM qualification desirable for complex buildings.

- Current membership of an approved Scottish accreditation body.

- Demonstrable proficiency with approved SBEM/DSM software for Scotland.

- Valid UK driving licence.

- Proven experience completing non-domestic EPC assessments in Scotland.

- Familiarity with large and complex public buildings (schools, offices, leisure, community).

- Awareness of Section 63 assessment process and reporting.

- Understanding of forthcoming EPC methodology and register reforms due by October 2026.

- Experience managing multiple concurrent surveys and delivering outputs to tight deadlines.

- High attention to technical detail and data accuracy.

- Ability to interpret technical documentation, O&M manuals, and BMS information.

- Strong digital file management and documentation discipline.

- Clear written and verbal communication.

- Professional conduct when accessing occupied schools and public buildings.

- Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with the Energy & Property teams.

If you would like to hear more about this opportunity please get in touch.