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Building Physics / Sustainability Consultant

Job reference

223287_1777993510

Company Name

Penguin Recruitment

Salary

£30000 - £40000 per annum + Office based, Career Progression

Location

Manchester

Industry sector

Environment

Job type

Permanent | Full Time

Job start date

ASAP

Posted date

05/05/2026

Closing date

26/05/2026

Building Physicist/Sustainability Consultant

£30,000 - £40,000 per annum (DOE) | Manchester office | Office based with flexible working hours

Overview

We are working with a well-established Energy and Sustainability consultancy with 15 years of experience delivering high-quality services to a diverse Client base. Our expertise spans across commercial, industrial, residential, hotel, and retail sectors. Current projects include high-profile hotel developments, central London office redevelopments targeting Operational Net Zero, and BREEAM Excellent industrial projects.

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Building Physicist/Sustainability Consultant to join our clients team in their Manchester office. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to contribute to impactful projects while advancing their career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

My client offers a competitive salary based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

* Pension scheme.

* Healthcare package.

* 36 days of holiday (including bank holidays).

* Flexible working hours (flexi-time).

* Significant opportunities for career progression.

Day-to-Day

Your daily activities will include:

* Collaborating with Clients and project teams to deliver energy and sustainability solutions.

* Conducting detailed energy and thermal performance modelling.

* Preparing comprehensive reports and documentation to support planning and certification requirements.

* Staying updated on industry standards and regulations to ensure compliance.

* Contributing to the development of innovative sustainability strategies for a variety of projects.

Responsibilities

As a Building Physicist/Sustainability Consultant, you will be responsible for:

* Preparing Energy Statements to support planning applications.

* Conducting Part L Energy Modelling (SAP/SBEM).

* Performing Overheating Assessments.

* Producing technical reports in support of BREEAM certification.

* Conducting Life Cycle Assessments.

* Developing Net Zero Strategies for projects.

* Providing guidance on Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES).

Qualifications

Essential Requirements:

* Proven industry experience in a similar role.

* Proficiency in Part L Energy Modelling (SAP/SBEM).

* Experience with Dynamic Thermal Simulation.

* Strong technical report writing skills.

* Excellent numeracy skills.

* Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering.

Desirable Skills:

* Experience using DesignBuilder software.

* Accredited Energy Assessor qualification.

* Life Cycle Assessment experience.

* Master's degree in Sustainable Architecture or a related field.

* Knowledge of BREEAM certification processes.

If you are a self-starter with a passion for sustainability and a desire to work on exciting and meaningful projects, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping a more sustainable future!

Seem like an interesting fit? Apply below to take the next step.