Sustainability Consultant- Energy

Job Description

Senior or Principal Sustainability Consultant – Energy

Location:

London – London, N1C 4AB
GB (Primary)

Travel:
Not specified

Job Type: Full Time

Category:
Sustainability

Hoare Lea is a human–centric and planet–conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem–solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.

We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You'll have the opportunity to participate in our 9–day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes.

We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.

Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.

It's an exciting time to join our Sustainability team. You will be working alongside a range of specialist engineers and consultants, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do, and offer a supportive, flexible, and high performing work culture.

• Take ownership and deliver small scale projects.
• Support senior team members on large scale projects and take ownership of specific work streams.
• Lead workshops with the client and design team and communicate information in a clear and concise manor.
• Effectively delegate, manage and review work undertaken by others.
• Support the training and development of junior members of the team.
• Undertaking a range of modelling and analysis, which may include but not limited to: building performance simulation, operational energy use, energy generation and overheating.
• Lead the development of energy strategies.
• Supporting the drive towards realising net zero whole life carbon in our projects.
• Working with other members of the Sustainability Group on research and development initiatives to allow us to stay at the cutting edge of knowledge in our industry.
• As well as project–related work, the Group engages directly with industry undertaking research and development studies, and authoring industry guidance. The role also presents the opportunity for involvement in this aspect of the Group's work to those keen to have a direct influence on the industry.

• Energy strategies
• Building Regulations Part L assessments using Elmhurst and IES
• NABERS UK modelling
• In‑Use energy modelling and assessment
• Dynamic modelling for thermal comfort assessments and overheating risk assessments

• Experience working within a sustainability consultancy, you will be looking for a new challenge within a practice at the very forefront of our field.
• Like us, you will be serious about sustainability.
• You will bring technical expertise (with a degree in an applicable field) and a passion for creating sustainable solutions.
• You will have an in‑depth understanding of London planning requirements.
• You will be confident in leading sustainability workshops with design teams.
• You will relish being part of dynamic team within a progressive and well‑respected firm.
• You will have good communication skills and an enthusiasm for working within a team environment.
• Qualified and recognized within the industry with Chartered status.
• You will provide a lead role in an integrated project design team with other construction professionals.
• Experienced team leader/line manager.
• An excellent communicator who enables, promotes, and drives technical excellence for the ultimate benefit of the client.

To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact . If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.