Overview
Energy Engineer role based in London. Salary: Competitive + benefits. You will join a leading international, independent real estate consultancy with an all together different approach. Based in our newly fitted out London office opposite St Paul’s, you will cover a variety of exciting engineering consultancy across different building sectors.
We recently launched our updated Building Optimisation service to integrate with our bespoke client portal. The role involves pitching the service to clients, delivering energy-saving results, and maintaining client relationships to cross-sell further work. The goal of building optimisation projects is to improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and support clients in achieving sustainability targets. This role blends technical expertise, strong analytical skills, and client-facing communication to deliver measurable improvements across sectors such as commercial, industrial, high-end residential, and retail/leisure.
As part of Hollis' Operational Engineering team, you may have FM Consultancy skills to provide a joined-up service to clients. You can work on unique projects and alongside forward-thinking minds. Hollis is CIBSE accredited and can support engineers through chartership and membership routes to help you achieve career aspirations. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of this role and help shape our junior engineers for the future, with ongoing support to advance your career.
Responsibilities
* Support the roll out of Building Optimisation.
* Conduct in-depth energy audits and building performance assessments (HVAC, lighting, controls, BMS, etc.).
* Analyse building data to identify energy-saving opportunities, performance inefficiencies, and optimisation strategies.
* Develop and implement energy conservation measures (ECMs) using modelling tools and real-time data.
* Advise clients on retrofit opportunities, low-carbon technologies, and control strategies to improve building performance.
* Support the commissioning, re-commissioning, and tuning of building systems to ensure optimal operation.
* Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., ESG and Building Physics) and external stakeholders (e.g., asset and property managers).
* Create clear, actionable technical reports, business cases, and client presentations.
* Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., CRREM, CIBSE, GREEB) and support ESG reporting.
* Monitor post-implementation results to verify performance improvements and ROI.
* Help manage and deliver maintenance-led projects.
Extended responsibilities
* Producing pre-acquisition and disposal technical due diligence reports
* Carrying out planned preventative maintenance CAPEX reports
* Managing projects and acting as project lead
* Supporting internal M&E team with maintenance-led projects and our FM Consultancy team to ensure client satisfaction through high quality execution of planned/reactive maintenance work
* Input into innovation; continual improvement of services and products
* Supporting the wider teams providing technical support and maintenance management duties
* Meet target KPIs on WIP management including HIW
* Business development and client care awareness, cross-selling Hollis' services and effectively managing relationships
* Opportunity to manage and mentor graduates and junior engineers
Your profile
* Relevant engineering degree, inclusive of building services modules or equivalent education/practical experience
* Relevant experience in building optimisation, energy consulting, or building performance engineering
* In-depth knowledge of HVAC systems, BMS operations/Control, building physics, and low-carbon technologies
* Familiarity with industry standards and guidelines (e.g., CIBSE, CREEM, GREEB)
* Understanding of UK & Ireland building regulations and Net Zero/ESG goals
* Excellent report writing and communication skills with the ability to liaise professionally with clients and colleagues
* Client facing with excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Proficient in MS Office packages
* Knowledge of MS Projects, IES, MBS advantageous
* Understanding of JCT contracts; understanding NEC, Bluebeam and AutoCAD is beneficial
Why join us?
We are hardworking, progressive, successful and fun. We’re independently-owned and independently-minded, not afraid to give honest advice or to be ourselves. We aim to achieve the right balance for you, delivering excellent client service while supporting you in fulfilling your potential and achieving your goals.
We offer a highly attractive salary and a generous benefits package including:
* Life assurance and private medical insurance
* Season ticket loan
* 5% Employer pension contribution
* 25 days of holiday and an extra day off on your birthday
* Cycle to work scheme, retail vouchers, gym discounts and more
* EV car scheme
* Longevity awards
Hollis operates a hybrid-working policy giving employees the opportunity to work between home and offices where allowed. Flexible working hours are encouraged where possible. We host social events and charity activities throughout the year.
Inclusion
We are inclusive and celebrate differences. We aim for a diverse and inclusive workplace where all barriers are removed and all employees are empowered to be their best.
Don’t meet every requirement? If you’d like the opportunity to join Hollis but your past experience isn’t an exact match, we encourage you to apply anyway as you could be the right candidate for this role or another role within the company.
If you require alternative formats of our documents or need to apply offline, please contact the talent acquisition team: talentacquisition@hollisglobal.com or call 020 7622 9555.
Department: Engineering • Role: Senior Engineer • Locations: London City • Remote status: Hybrid • Employment type: Full-time
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