Senior Building Physics Consultant
Location: Bristol
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000
Are you an experienced building physics professional ready to take the next step in your career? Join a dynamic, design-led consultancy known for delivering exceptional sustainable design outcomes across the UK. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an agile and collaborative team that’s redefining how buildings perform – environmentally and technically.
About the Role
As a Senior Building Physics Consultant, you’ll lead and contribute to the delivery of innovative, low-carbon design strategies across a range of sectors. You’ll work closely with other disciplines to integrate building performance into early-stage design, delivering real value to clients and end users.
Requirements
* Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a building physics or sustainability-focused role
* A degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Design, Building Services Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related discipline
* Solid understanding of UK sustainability standards and guidance (e.g. Part L, TM52, TM59, BB101)
* Proficiency with simulation tools such as IES-VE, TAS, or similar for modelling thermal comfort, energy performance, daylight, and ventilation
* Experience in life cycle assessments or whole-life carbon analysis is highly desirable
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* A commercially aware, solutions-focused mindset
* A full UK driving licence is preferred
Key Responsibilities
* Delivering high-quality building performance analysis, strategies, and design support
* Leading or contributing to projects at Stages 2 and 3, integrating daylighting, ventilation, and energy analysis
* Preparing and reviewing technical reports, planning submissions, and fee proposals
* Supporting business development activities and maintaining client relationships
* Leading or supporting internal CPD delivery and external design workshops
* Mentoring junior staff and contributing to service improvement
Why Join?
* Small team, big impact – Work with a tight-knit group that consistently punches above its weight
* Genuinely integrated design – Collaborate across disciplines to unlock design potential early
* Creative freedom – Develop your career and influence the direction of the practice
* Meaningful projects – Contribute to some of the UK’s most sustainable and innovative buildings
If you’re ready to step into a senior role within an ambitious and forward-thinking team, please send your CV to callum.jones@penguinrecruitment.co.uk.
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