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:

1. Building envelope (materials, U-values, air permeability)
2. HVAC systems (types, controls, fuel, zones)

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

1. Hot water generation and storage
2. Renewable and low-carbon technologies (PV, heat pumps, solar thermal, CHP, etc.)
3. 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:

1. Replace the current EPC format with new metrics (Energy Efficiency Rating, Direct Emissions, Energy Demand).
2. 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.
 
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