Associate Energy & Sustainability Engineer

Rework Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Energy & Sustainability Engineer to lead a talented team in London. This role offers the chance to work on innovative projects aimed at achieving net zero targets across various sectors. You will develop strategies, oversee environmental assessments, and provide sustainable engineering advice. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities, this position is perfect for a passionate sustainability expert eager to make a significant impact in the built environment.

Benefits

Annual bonus and company share scheme

Private healthcare

Dental insurance

Accident cover

Life assurance

Generous holiday allowance

Subsidised gym memberships

Cycle-to-work scheme

Paid professional development

Structured career opportunities

Qualifications

• Technical expertise in sustainability and net zero strategies.
• Excellent client management skills and project oversight.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies for Net Zero Carbon and building certification.
• Oversee environmental assessments using BREEAM, LEED, & WELL.

Skills

Client Management

Sustainability Knowledge

Project Management

Carbon Emission Calculations

Data Analysis

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering

Degree in Building Sustainability

Tools

Revit

CAD Software

Job description

Associate Energy & Sustainability Engineer
Up to £75,000 plus bonus and benefits
London

A highly regarded real estate, building services, construction, and environmental engineering consultancy is seeking an Associate Energy & Sustainability Engineer within their London office to lead a talented and experienced team. The role involves delivering a wide range of design, consultancy, and certification assessment projects across various sectors and building types within the built environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional with strong knowledge of sustainability and broader environmental, social, and governance issues within the built environment to join an industry leader. The position is integral to providing net zero pathway advice and delivering major, sustainable engineering projects across both public and private sectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies for Net Zero Carbon, building certification, health, and well-being
• Oversee environmental assessments of buildings using BREEAM, LEED, & WELL
• Provide regular sustainable engineering design advice to clients
• Produce data analysis, client presentations, and written reports to a high standard
• Support a diverse project portfolio, win new work, and build client relationships
• Follow best practices, and alleviate workloads from team members and colleagues
• Deliver training materials, client engagement, and communications

Requirements

• Be a technical expert with excellent client management skills
• A science, engineering, building sustainability, or energy-related degree
• Passionate about sustainability and net zero, with understanding of climate action plans or net zero strategies
• Understanding of the UK construction sector and recent net zero policies and regulations
• Project management skills, including understanding budgets, timelines, and scope of works
• Ability to undertake calculations and communicate ideas clearly and professionally
• Experience with carbon emission calculations, operational, embodied, and whole life
• Knowledge of compiling energy use and emissions data
• Experience with BREEAM, LEED, and WELL
• Proficiency with Revit / CAD and construction design software packages

Reward

• Basic salary of up to £75,000
• Annual bonus and company share scheme
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Private healthcare, dental insurance, accident cover, life assurance, etc.
• Generous holiday allowance with options to purchase additional days
• Subsidised gym, fitness memberships, and cycle-to-work scheme
• Paid professional development and industry memberships
• Structured career opportunities within a global business