Asset and Energy Optimisation Manager

Integral UK; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy management consultancy in the UK is seeking a qualified professional to develop and implement energy optimisation strategies that improve building performance while ensuring compliance with sustainability frameworks. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in energy management, with a strong background in BREEAM and NABERS standards. This role requires effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with a passion for sustainability and innovation in energy practices. The company offers a dynamic work environment focused on sustainability goals.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of BREEAM In-Use and NABERS UK standards.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in energy management or asset performance.
• Experience with high-profile assets is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop energy optimisation strategies to reduce operational carbon.
• Ensure compliance with green building certifications.
• Monitor and report on building performance.
• Act as technical advisor for performance and lifecycle planning.

Skills

Energy-saving project delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Sustainability advocacy

Technical communication

Organisational skills

Education

Qualification in Building Services Engineering

Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership

Tools

CAFM

BMS

EMS

Metering systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement site-specific energy optimisation strategies that reduce operational carbon and improve building performance.
• Ensure compliance with current and future green building certifications and sustainability frameworks.
• Develop and implement metering strategies and reporting schedules in line with the service charge to enable accurate reflection and billing of all energy consumption around the estates.
• Collaborate closely with WPM UKI / JLL teams, contractors, consultants and occupiers to deliver energy and sustainability goals.
• Act as the primary technical advisor on building performance, lifecycle asset planning and infrastructure optimisation.
• Support sustainability-related reporting, initiatives and audits for both client and internal stakeholders.
• Deliver and manage energy optimisation strategies and action plans for both sites.
• Monitor, analyse and report on building performance using CAFM, BMS, EMS and metering platforms, identifying areas for efficiency improvements.
• Lead or support re-certification processes for BREEAM In-Use and NABERS UK as required.
• Prepare buildings for future compliance with the UK Net Zero Carbon Standard, due late 2025.
• Oversee delivery of technical energy and sustainability projects (e.g. plant upgrades, HVAC improvements, decarbonisation pathways).
• Engage with occupiers and service partners to promote best practices in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.
• Review building usage and occupancy to ensure BMS and plant are optimised in line with actual requirements and demonstrate reduction in consumption and emissions.
• Support capital planning and lifecycle analysis to ensure long-term asset performance and cost-effective operation.
• Identify and implement digital tools and platforms to enhance energy management and operational insights.
• Collaborate with sustainability teams to feed into reporting frameworks such as GRESB and client-specific KPIs.
• Stay up to date on legislative and market developments relevant to energy, sustainability and building standards.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Building Services Engineering, Technical FM or Technical Asset Performance.
• Strong understanding of BREEAM In-Use, NABERS UK and sustainability standards in the built environment.
• Demonstrable experience delivering energy-saving projects and optimisation strategies in large, complex commercial buildings.
• Proficient in use of CAFM, BMS, EMS, metering systems and building analytics platforms.
• Highly organised and capable of managing multiple workstreams across different sites.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills - able to work across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Passionate about sustainability, with a proactive approach to innovation and improvement.
• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership (e.g. CEng, CIBSE).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a technical FM, energy management or asset performance role.
• Experience working with landmark or high-profile assets.
• Familiarity with ISO 50001 or other energy management systems.
• Knowledge of the upcoming UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standard and net-zero delivery methodologies.
• Experience contributing to or managing sustainability-related disclosures such as GRESB, SECR or TCFD.
• IOSH Managing Safety.
• The Asset and Energy Operations Manager is expected to demonstrate strong leadership, effective communication, collaboration, adaptability and strategic thinking, with a commitment to continuous improvement and compliance.