Facilities Management, Engineering and Built Environment Jobs in Leeds

We place engineers, managers, designers and built environment professionals across Leeds and West Yorkshire. Our office is located on Brewery Wharf in Leeds city centre. We have been recruiting in Yorkshire for over 15 years across civil and structural engineering, building services, facilities management, planning, architecture, surveying, geotechnical and environmental sectors.

If you are looking for your next role or need to hire, you are in the right place.

What We Recruit for in Leeds

Leeds has one of the strongest built environment markets in the north. Major infrastructure investment, a growing consultancy sector and sustained residential and commercial development mean demand for technical talent is consistent and competitive.

We recruit across the following disciplines in Leeds and the wider West Yorkshire area:

Civil and structural engineering. From graduate level through to associate director, covering design consultancies, contractors and framework organisations.

Building services and MEP. Mechanical, electrical and public health design roles across consultancies operating in Leeds and the North.

Facilities management. Hard services, engineering and management roles across FM contractors and end-user clients throughout Yorkshire. Roles such as refrigeration engineers, electricians, chiller engineers, gas engineers and more.

Planning and architecture. Architectural technologists, architects and town planners at all levels across private practice and public sector.

Surveying. Quantity surveyors, building surveyors and project managers across consultancy and contracting.

Environmental and geo-environmental. Graduated through to principal level across water, geotechnical and environmental consultancies.

Why Leeds

Leeds is the economic capital of Yorkshire and one of the fastest-growing cities in the UK outside London. The region has significant infrastructure investment underway, including transport, water and energy, alongside a well-established base of engineering and design consultancies. For built environment and FM professionals, it is one of the strongest job markets in the north of England.

Why Calibre Search

We are based in Leeds. Our consultants work in the sectors they recruit for, and most have been with us for over five years. 93% of the people we place are still in post 14 months later. 58 of our clients have worked with us for over a decade.

We do not send CVs speculatively. We speak to candidates properly, understand what they are looking for and introduce them to roles that make sense.

Current Roles

A selection of high calibre career opportunities in Engineering

Testimonials

What Our Candidates and Clients Say

"Andrew Ching is just brilliant at his job I am very grateful for the way he dealt with me and my potential employer. Thanks"

Chris C

Building Services Engineer

"Everything was professional and fast. The service from David in finding me a job was 10/10!"

Dean T

Refrigeration Engineer, West Yorkshire

"I have been working with Calibre and in particular Andrew Wilson for a couple of years now since coming to my current employer. In fact, Andy was the recruiter that placed me here so I was very familiar with his approach to recruitment. Andy is very focused on getting to know the candidates well and understanding their skill sets and needs, but he also takes the time to get to know the hiring companies very well and understanding their business needs and the role descriptions being advertised. As a result of this approach, I have found that when Andy sends a candidate through, it is worth paying attention as I know he has invested the time and effort in ensuring the person being put forward will be a good fit for the role, but also ensuring that we are a good fit for that person. I am interested in developing long-lasting and stable teams, Andy knows this and quite frankly gets us the candidates we need. "

David D, Manchester

Associate Director, International Design Engineering Consultancy

"I’m 12 months into my role now and it is the exceptional level of support and training I receive on a daily basis. This has played a role in my professional development, helping me grow from where I started to where I am today. Another key highlight is how genuinely friendly and kind the entire team is. The team creates such a welcoming environment that I always feel comfortable. Lastly, the experience and exposure I gain everyday are truly invaluable. Being part of such a dynamic and supportive team has been rewarding in so many ways, and I genuinely couldn't ask for a better place to work. I feel I’ve found a fantastic place to grow professionally, build my career, and learn from some truly amazing and experienced professionals. In return, I give my all, bringing a range of skills, working hard, and doing my part to help make our projects and the company a success."

Heshinie W

Electrical Design Associate, Nottingham

"Overall ,a great experience with Cory. Super switched on in the EDD / land contamination space in terms of understanding relevant roles and companies. He worked really hard to get me a job and negotiated very well on my behalf. He's also a really nice guy, which made everything feel easier. Would highly recommend if looking for a job in the EDD / land contamination space."

Rob J, Cambridge

Due Diligence Associate

"Rob has been my agent for 7 years and in that time we have become good friends. I cannot give any higher recommendation than that. Most recruiters are high-pressure, buzzword-filled sharks out to line their own pockets. Rob is not that at all. He is open, honest and genuine with a real interest in building relationships with clients and candidates alike. He tries to find the right fit for everyone to ensure successful placements not put square pegs in round holes just to get paid. He is and will remain my go-to guy for myself, but I also recommend him to others who he has also helped find success"

Mark

Senior Design Engineer

"Sam at Calibre Search was recommended to me by an ex colleague, I was seeking part time work. Sam was very helpful, we had a good chat about my work experience and the type of work that I was looking for. He went away and discussed my work requirements with several potential employers, organised an interview and further to the interview I received a job offer. Sam then talked me through the whole process of how to setup a limited company, recommended an accountant and made the whole process easy. 10/10"

Dave O

Engineering Manager at a Structural Engineering Consultancy

"This role has definitely helped me develop new skills and move closer to my career goals. It’s incredibly rewarding to know that my engineering input helps create efficient, sustainable, and code-compliant buildings that people use every day. My work has made a positive impact on my employer by contributing to the successful delivery of projects. I’ve ensured that electrical systems are designed efficiently, comply with all relevant standards, and are well-coordinated with other building services. On a personal level, I’ve grown in confidence and technical ability as I’ve taken on more responsibility. For my employer, I’ve added value by consistently delivering accurate, compliant, and well-coordinated electrical designs that have helped prevent costly delays and rework on-site."

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