Sustainability Engineer – Company Information
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 UK.
Sustainability 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 processes
Sustainability 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 skills
Desirable
* 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 delivery
In 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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