Energy Assessor
Essex
About the Organisation
A fast-growing UK sustainability consultancy supporting clients across the built environment. Projects range from individual dwellings to large commercial portfolios, covering assessment, compliance, and strategic decarbonisation work.
Role Overview
As an Energy Assessor, you will provide technical support across domestic and non-domestic projects, delivering high-quality modelling and compliance assessments from early design through to completion.
Key Responsibilities
Complete SAP and SBEM calculations for new-build and existing buildings
Produce EPCs for domestic and non-domestic properties
Prepare Energy Statements for planning submissions (including London Plan compliance)
Conduct Overheating Assessments (TM59/TM52)
Support or contribute to Whole Life-Cycle Carbon and Circular Economy assessments
Undertake Daylight & Sunlight modelling for residential/mixed-use schemes
Assist in developing Decarbonisation Reports and Net Zero Strategies
Provide technical guidance to clients, local authorities, architects, and design teams
Contribute to internal methodologies, templates, and knowledge-sharing
Support the mentoring and development of junior team members
Essential Skills & Experience
Minimum 2 years' experience in building energy modelling or sustainability consultancy
Proficiency with IES-VE, Elmhurst, or equivalent SAP/SBEM software
Desirable Skills
Experience with BREEAM (Assessor or AP)
Familiarity with OneClick LCA, TM54, or energy auditing (ESOS)
Knowledge of natural ventilation, daylight/sunlight, or carbon modelling
What's Offered
Structured training and clear progression routes
Private medical insurance
Funded professional memberships (e.g., Elmhurst, CIBSE, IES)
25 days' annual leave + bank holidays
Quarterly team days and industry events
Pathway to senior or team-lead roles as the division expands
If this role is of interest to you please contact Lany Warnakulasuriya from Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)