Senior Building Physics Consultant
Location: Bristol
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000
An established and progressive multidisciplinary consultancy is looking for a skilled and motivated Senior Building Physics Consultant to join its Bristol team. With flexible hybrid working arrangements and the chance to work on a wide variety of sustainable design projects, this is a fantastic opportunity for a building performance professional ready to step into a senior role within an innovative and supportive environment.
Role Overview:
In this position, you will take the lead on building performance modelling and environmental simulations, working closely with architects, engineers, and sustainability experts to inform design decisions and drive enhanced building efficiency and occupant comfort.
Main Responsibilities:
Deliver advanced thermal modelling, daylight analysis, and overheating assessments
Provide guidance during early design stages using passive design and energy-efficient strategies
Advise on regulatory compliance including Part L, TM52, TM59, and other key standards
Integrate building physics insights into multidisciplinary project workflows
Support junior team members through mentoring and technical guidance
Contribute to net zero strategies, whole-life carbon assessments, and decarbonisation planningIdeal Candidate Profile:
Degree-qualified in Building Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Design, or a similar discipline
Proven experience in using IES-VE, DesignBuilder, or equivalent simulation tools
Strong working knowledge of UK building regulations and sustainability benchmarks
Consultancy experience across various building types and project stages
Confident communicator with good organisational and project coordination skills
Committed to sustainability and performance-based design
Prior experience in mentoring or technical leadership is a plusWhat's on Offer:
Competitive salary based on experience
Hybrid working (split between home and central Bristol office)
Generous annual leave entitlement
Company pension with employer contributions
Life assurance cover
Enhanced maternity/paternity benefits
Paid volunteering days
Electric vehicle (EV) salary sacrifice scheme
Ongoing professional training and development
Defined career progression path within a collaborative, multidisciplinary teamInterested in applying?
Please forward your CV to:
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