A well-established, multidisciplinary construction and property consultancy is seeking a Sustainability Engineer to join its growing sustainability team. The business operates across multiple UK offices and delivers a broad range of projects within the built environment.
This is an opportunity to contribute to the delivery of low-carbon, resilient and future-ready buildings, working alongside a collaborative team of professionals. The role offers exposure to both strategic and technical sustainability input across diverse projects - including defence projects, supporting clients in improving building performance and environmental outcomes.
The sustainability engineer can be based in one of several UK offices, with a hybrid working arrangement in place.
Due to the nature of some of the projects, the candidate must be born in the UKSustainability Engineer - Role Responsibilities
Carry out sustainability assessments, including compliance with Building Regulations Part L
Undertake dynamic thermal modelling using IESVE
Develop energy strategies, carbon assessments and low/zero-carbon feasibility studies
Provide design-stage sustainability advice, including massing, orientation, façade optimisation and thermal comfort
Produce energy and sustainability reports to support planning applications
Review building systems and processes to assess environmental performance
Provide technical guidance to both internal teams and external clients
Support bid submissions, fee proposals and wider business development activities
Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ensure work is delivered in line with internal quality standards and procedures
Maintain accurate project records and assist with project financial processesSustainability Engineer - Qualifications
Essential:
Degree or Master's in Engineering, Sustainability, Building Performance or a related discipline
Strong experience using IESVE and building performance modelling tools
Proven experience delivering sustainability or energy consultancy projects
Solid understanding of Building Regulations, energy compliance and UK planning requirements
Strong analytical, communication and report-writing skillsDesirable:
Membership of CIBSE, Energy Institute or similar professional body
CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant (LCC) or LCEA accreditation
Experience engaging with clients, leading meetings and managing project deliveryIn Return…
Flexible working arrangements, hybrid working
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional leave over the festive period.
Competitive salary with regular market benchmarking and reviews.
Employer pension contribution.
Health cash plan.
Support for professional memberships and ongoing training.
Structured development, mentoring and internal coaching.
Family-friendly employment policies.
Cycle to Work scheme.
On-site parking at regional offices.
Season ticket loan where applicable.
Death in service cover.
Early finish incentives linked to company performance.
Paid volunteering leave (up to two days per year).
Health and mental wellbeing initiatives
Employee referral programme.
Regular team and social events fully funded by the business.If you are a Sustainability Engineer, considering your career options, please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James.
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Salary description
£55000.00 - £65000.00 per year