Building Physics / Sustainability Consultant

City, Manchester
Penguin Recruitment
Building Physicist/Sustainability Consultant

30,000 – 40,000 per annum (DOE) Manchester office Office based with flexible working hours

Overview

We are working with a well-established Energy and Sustainability consultancy with 15 years of experience delivering high-quality services to a diverse Client base. Our expertise spans across commercial, industrial, residential, hotel, and retail sectors. Current projects include high-profile hotel developments, central London office redevelopments targeting Operational Net Zero, and BREEAM Excellent industrial projects.

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Building Physicist/Sustainability Consultant to join our clients team in their Manchester office. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to contribute to impactful projects while advancing their career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

My client offers a competitive salary based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Pension scheme.
• Healthcare package.
• 36 days of holiday (including bank holidays).
• Flexible working hours (flexi-time).
• Significant opportunities for career progression.

Day-to-Day

Your daily activities will include:

• Collaborating with Clients and project teams to deliver energy and sustainability solutions.
• Conducting detailed energy and thermal performance modelling.
• Preparing comprehensive reports and documentation to support planning and certification requirements.
• Staying updated on industry standards and regulations to ensure compliance.
• Contributing to the development of innovative sustainability strategies for a variety of projects.

Responsibilities

As a Building Physicist/Sustainability Consultant, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing Energy Statements to support planning applications.
• Conducting Part L Energy Modelling (SAP/SBEM).
• Performing Overheating Assessments.
• Producing technical reports in support of BREEAM certification.
• Conducting Life Cycle Assessments.
• Developing Net Zero Strategies for projects.
• Providing guidance on Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES).

Qualifications

Essential Requirements:

• Proven industry experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in Part L Energy Modelling (SAP/SBEM).
• Experience with Dynamic Thermal Simulation.
• Strong technical report writing skills.
• Excellent numeracy skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience using DesignBuilder software.
• Accredited Energy Assessor qualification.
• Life Cycle Assessment experience.
• Master’s degree in Sustainable Architecture or a related field.
• Knowledge of BREEAM certification processes.

If you are a self-starter with a passion for sustainability and a desire to work on exciting and meaningful projects, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping a more sustainable future!

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