Job reference
203844_1778513481
Company Name
Salary
£55000 - £65000 per annum + Remote Opportunity, Great Package
Location
Bristol
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
11/05/2026
Closing date
01/06/2026
Principal Consultant - Building Physics / Sustainability
West Midlands (Primarily Remote - ~2 office visits per month)
Up to £65,000
The Opportunity
We're partnering with a growing consultancy looking to appoint a Principal Consultant to play a key role in delivering sustainability solutions across the residential development sector.
With a strong pipeline of new build projects across the West Midlands, this position offers the opportunity to combine technical leadership, team management, and project oversight-particularly within overheating analysis and planning-led sustainability strategies.
This role would suit someone who enjoys leading from the front, balancing hands-on technical delivery with team development and commercial input.
What's on Offer
* Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience
* Flexible, predominantly remote working arrangement
* Opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing team
* Involvement in a range of impactful residential schemes
* Clear progression opportunities and ongoing professional development
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
What You'll Be Doing
* Lead project delivery, ensuring high technical standards across all outputs
* Oversee quality assurance processes and maintain consistency across the team
* Mentor and support team members, building capability and confidence
* Work closely with clients to meet project objectives
* Monitor programme timelines, resourcing, and budgets
* Stay up to date with industry trends, particularly within residential sustainability
Core Responsibilities
* Team Leadership: Manage workloads, performance, and overall team delivery
* Quality Assurance: Implement and uphold robust QA procedures
* People Development: Support training initiatives and continuous improvement
* Commercial Oversight: Take ownership of project financials and forecasting
* Technical Input: Lead on overheating assessments (IES DSM) and planning support
* Business Growth: Contribute to expanding services within the residential sector
* Sustainability Focus: Exposure to Whole Life Carbon (WLCA) is advantageous
What We're Looking For
* Proven experience managing teams within a consultancy environment
* Strong background in quality control and project delivery
* Experience mentoring and developing junior team members
* Good commercial awareness, including financial management of projects
* Advanced knowledge of IES software (essential)
* Hands-on experience with overheating analysis (IES DSM)
* Understanding of planning-led sustainability strategies
* Experience or strong interest in residential new build projects
* Relevant degree or professional background
* Strong communication and leadership skills
If you're looking for a senior leadership role where you can make a real impact across both project delivery and team growth, this is an excellent opportunity within the West Midlands market.
Get in touch to learn more or apply today.