Building Physics Engineer - Team Lead

Pertemps; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Bristol is seeking a Senior Sustainability Consultant to lead and influence sustainability strategies on high-performance building projects. You will guide teams on low-carbon solutions, oversee assessments, and communicate sustainability strategies to clients. The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience, strong energy modelling skills, and is degree-qualified in a related field. This role offers flexible hybrid working and a collaborative environment focused on impactful projects.

Benefits

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym membership

Private medical

Pension

Bonus

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in sustainability within the built environment.
• Strong knowledge of energy modelling and planning policy.
• Chartered or working towards chartership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainability and energy strategy input on a variety of projects.
• Write and present Energy & Sustainability Statements for planning submissions.
• Oversee BREEAM assessments, energy modelling, and compliance reporting.

Skills

Sustainability expertise

Energy modelling

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Degree in engineering, sustainability, or building physics

Tools

SAP

SBEM

TM54

BREEAM

Job description

Senior Sustainability Consultant – Bristol (Hybrid)

📍 Location: Bristol • 💼 Flexible Hybrid Working

💰 Salary: DOE + Benefits + Bonus

Make an Impact on Sustainable Design

A forward-thinking MEP consultancy in Bristol is seeking a Senior Sustainability Consultant to lead sustainability and low‑carbon strategies across high‑performance building projects. You’ll ensure sustainability is embedded at every stage—from concept to delivery—helping deliver real outcomes, not just ticking boxes. This team challenges the standard approach, asking “why?” and providing creative, data‑driven energy solutions that improve building performance and people’s experience.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead sustainability and energy strategy input on a variety of projects
• Write and present Energy & Sustainability Statements for planning submissions
• Oversee BREEAM assessments, energy modelling, and compliance reporting
• Advise clients and design teams on low/zero carbon technologies and retrofit solutions
• Stay ahead of regulatory changes and guide the team and clients accordingly
• Mentor junior consultants and promote best practice
• Contribute to shaping the team’s technical approach and strategy

About You

• 6+ years’ experience in sustainability within the built environment
• Strong knowledge of energy modelling, planning policy, and assessment tools (SAP/SBEM, TM54, BREEAM, etc.)
• Degree‑qualified in engineering, sustainability, or building physics
• Excellent communicator, curious, proactive, and passionate about real sustainability
• Chartered or working towards chartership (CIBSE, IEMA, IES, etc.) preferred

Why Join?

• Flexible hybrid working – choose what works best for you
• Work on meaningful sustainability‑first projects: retrofit, mixed‑use, education, commercial
• Clear career progression and technical development opportunities
• Join a small, collaborative team that values creativity, independence, and impact
• Genuine input into sustainability strategy, tools, and team direction
• Benefits including cycle‑to‑work scheme, gym membership, private medical, pension, bonus, and more

If you’re a Senior Sustainability Consultant ready to lead, influence, and shape sustainable building projects, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.