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Building Physics Consultant Expiring soon

Job reference

227787_1781016497

Company Name

Penguin Recruitment

Salary

£35000 - £45000 per annum + Hybrid Working | Career Progression

Location

Bristol

Industry sector

Environment

Job type

Permanent | Full Time

Job start date

ASAP

Posted date

09/06/2026

Closing date

30/06/2026

Building Physics Consultant

Location: Bristol

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Arrangement: Hybrid

Overview

Are you passionate about sustainable design and building performance? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Building Physics Consultant to join a leading sustainability and engineering consultancy in their growing Bristol office.

This consultancy is renowned for delivering innovative, low-carbon solutions across the built environment and is recognised as one of the UK's top employers in the engineering and sustainability sector.

As a Building Physics Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable building designs, collaborating with architects, MEP engineers, and multidisciplinary teams from concept to completion.

Benefits

By joining this consultancy, you will enjoy:

* A competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000.

* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.

* Clear career progression and professional development opportunities.

* Exposure to high-profile, sustainability-focused projects.

* A supportive and collaborative working culture.

* The chance to work with a nationally recognised leader in sustainability and engineering.

Day-to-Day

Your typical day as a Building Physics Consultant will involve:

* Running building performance simulations to assess energy efficiency and thermal comfort.

* Collaborating with design teams to integrate sustainable solutions into projects.

* Preparing compliance documentation for planning submissions.

* Advising clients on strategies to achieve Net Zero Carbon goals.

* Attending project meetings to provide technical insights on building physics.

* Researching and implementing the latest industry standards and innovations.

Responsibilities

As a Building Physics Consultant, your key responsibilities will include:

* Conducting dynamic thermal modelling and building performance analysis using IES VE software.

* Supporting the development of Net Zero Carbon and operational energy strategies.

* Advising on compliance with Part L, Part O, TM52, TM59, EPCs, TM54/NABERS, and Passive House standards.

* Assisting with sustainability modelling and BREEAM credit assessments.

* Producing technical reports and planning compliance documentation.

* Collaborating with project teams to influence sustainable design decisions.

* Staying updated on evolving industry legislation and best practices.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should ideally have:

* A degree in Building Services Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Physics, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.

* Approximately 2-4 years' experience in building physics or sustainability consultancy.

* Proficiency in IES VE software.

* A strong understanding of building performance and sustainable design principles.

* Excellent communication and analytical skills.

* A genuine passion for low-carbon and sustainable development.

If you are a driven professional with a passion for sustainable design and building performance, we would love to hear from you. Take the next step in your career and apply today!

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please get in touch.