Principal Consultant
Salary: Up to £65,000
Location: Manchester - Remote working with occasional office visits (approx. 2x per month)
Overview
We are looking for an experienced Principal Consultant to join our client's expanding team, playing a key role in delivering sustainable solutions across the residential development sector. With a strong focus on new build projects, this position offers the opportunity to take ownership of both technical delivery and team leadership.
This role is well suited to someone who combines strong leadership capability with a methodical approach to quality and commercial awareness. You'll be leading a team working on innovative schemes, particularly around overheating analysis (DSM using IES) and planning-led sustainability strategies.
What's on Offer
Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience
Flexible, predominantly remote working arrangement
Opportunity to lead a high-performing, purpose-driven team
Exposure to impactful residential development projects
Ongoing professional development and career progression
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Day-to-Day Duties
Lead and guide the team to deliver projects to a high technical standard
Carry out regular quality checks to ensure consistency and compliance
Mentor and develop team members, supporting their professional growth
Work closely with clients and stakeholders to achieve project goals
Track project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
Keep up to date with industry developments, particularly within residential and sustainability sectors
Support business growth through client engagement and new opportunities
Key Responsibilities
Team Management: Oversee team performance, allocate workloads, and ensure delivery targets are met
Quality Control: Maintain robust QA processes across all project outputs
Training & Development: Implement structured training and support continuous team improvement
Commercial Responsibility: Manage project finances, including forecasting and profitability
Technical Delivery: Lead on overheating modelling (IES DSM) and planning-related sustainability work
Sector Growth: Support the expansion of services within the residential new build market
Sustainability Input: Exposure to whole life carbon assessments (WLCA) would be beneficial
Experience & Requirements
Demonstrated experience managing teams and overseeing project delivery
Strong understanding of QA processes within a consultancy environment
Experience developing team capability and training initiatives
Commercial awareness with responsibility for project financials
Excellent understanding and practical experience of IES software (essential)
Technical expertise in overheating analysis (IES DSM) and planning strategies
Interest or experience within the residential new build sector
Relevant academic or professional background (engineering, sustainability, architecture, etc.)
Strong communication and leadership skills
If you're a driven leader with deep IES expertise and a passion for sustainable residential development, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact. Apply today to find out more