Location: Bristol
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Arrangement: Hybrid
Overview
Are you passionate about sustainable design and building performance? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Building Physics Consultant to join a leading sustainability and engineering consultancy in their growing Bristol office.
This consultancy is renowned for delivering innovative, low-carbon solutions across the built environment and is recognised as one of the UK's top employers in the engineering and sustainability sector.
As a Building Physics Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable building designs, collaborating with architects, MEP engineers, and multidisciplinary teams from concept to completion.
Benefits
By joining this consultancy, you will enjoy:
A competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
Clear career progression and professional development opportunities.
Exposure to high-profile, sustainability-focused projects.
A supportive and collaborative working culture.
The chance to work with a nationally recognised leader in sustainability and engineering.
Day-to-Day
Your typical day as a Building Physics Consultant will involve:
Running building performance simulations to assess energy efficiency and thermal comfort.
Collaborating with design teams to integrate sustainable solutions into projects.
Preparing compliance documentation for planning submissions.
Advising clients on strategies to achieve Net Zero Carbon goals.
Attending project meetings to provide technical insights on building physics.
Researching and implementing the latest industry standards and innovations.
Responsibilities
As a Building Physics Consultant, your key responsibilities will include:
Conducting dynamic thermal modelling and building performance analysis using IES VE software.
Supporting the development of Net Zero Carbon and operational energy strategies.
Advising on compliance with Part L, Part O, TM52, TM59, EPCs, TM54/NABERS, and Passive House standards.
Assisting with sustainability modelling and BREEAM credit assessments.
Producing technical reports and planning compliance documentation.
Collaborating with project teams to influence sustainable design decisions.
Staying updated on evolving industry legislation and best practices.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you should ideally have:
A degree in Building Services Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Physics, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
Approximately 2-4 years' experience in building physics or sustainability consultancy.
Proficiency in IES VE software.
A strong understanding of building performance and sustainable design principles.
Excellent communication and analytical skills.
A genuine passion for low-carbon and sustainable development.If you are a driven professional with a passion for sustainable design and building performance, we would love to hear from you. Take the next step in your career and apply today!
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please get in touch
Salary description
£35000.00 - £45000.00 per year