Associate, Building Physics & Energy Modelling

HDR; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is looking for an Associate to join their Building Physics team in Manchester. You will lead building performance analysis and ensure sustainability is integrated into design strategies. The role requires experience in Building Physics or Environmental Design, strong project management skills, and the ability to manage client relationships. This is an opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while fostering innovation in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Building Physics or Environmental Design within a consultancy environment.
• Educational qualifications to a degree, equivalent or higher in a relevant subject.
• Strong expertise using IES, NDEA for EPCs, NABERS.
• Strong experience with BREEAM.
• Qualified OCDEA.
• A solid understanding of UK building regulations and sustainability frameworks.
• Experience leading projects and managing client relationships.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of building performance analysis, including thermal modelling.
• Oversee projects from concept through to detailed design and completion.
• Provide expert guidance on sustainability strategies and regulatory compliance.
• Manage client relationships and contribute to successful project delivery.

Skills

Building Physics

Sustainability strategies

Energy efficiency

Client relationship management

Project management

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Tools

IES

NDEA

BREEAM

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy is looking for an Associate to join their Building Physics team in Manchester. You will lead building performance analysis and ensure sustainability is integrated into design strategies. The role requires experience in Building Physics or Environmental Design, strong project management skills, and the ability to manage client relationships. This is an opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while fostering innovation in a collaborative environment.