Senior-Associate Energy & Sustainability Engineer

Eden Brown; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy in the City of London is seeking a Principal / Associate Sustainability Engineer to lead major projects and mentor a growing team. Candidates should have at least 6 years of experience in Building Physics or Whole Life Carbon Analysis. This role offers the opportunity to work on prestigious projects and a clear path for career development.

Benefits

Impactful projects

Leadership opportunities

Career development

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of experience delivering Building Physics or Whole Life Carbon Analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience managing teams.
• Strong client-facing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of sustainability services.
• Provide strategic oversight on high-profile projects.
• Act as the primary client contact and manage relationships.
• Coordinate and manage projects ensuring seamless execution.
• Mentor and support team members.

Skills

Building Physics

Whole Life Carbon Analysis

Client management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Senior / Principal / Associate Sustainability Engineer
City of London | Up to £75k

Are you a sustainability professional looking to lead and shape innovative design solutions? A leading global consultancy is seeking a Principal / Associate Sustainability Engineer to drive the delivery of key projects and provide leadership within their growing Property & Buildings division. If you have at least 6 years of experience delivering Building Physics or Whole Life Carbon services, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

About the Sustainability Team

This consultancy's Sustainability Team delivers innovative solutions across diverse sectors, including commercial, mixed-use, healthcare, life sciences, education, historic refurbishment, and defence projects. Their portfolio features prestigious UK and international projects across Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia, making this a dynamic and rewarding environment to grow your career.

With teams based across the UK and supported by an offshore team, the firm emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence to deliver impactful sustainability outcomes.

About the Role

As a Principal / Associate Sustainability Engineer, you will lead the delivery of sustainability services on major projects while mentoring and guiding your team. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the technical delivery of sustainability services in either Building Physics or Whole Life Carbon Analysis & Embodied Carbon.
• Providing strategic oversight on high-profile projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction.
• Acting as the primary client contact, managing relationships, influencing design decisions, and driving business development.
• Coordinating and managing projects, overseeing timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure seamless execution.
• Mentoring and supporting senior and junior team members, fostering growth and technical development.
• Preparing fee proposals
• Managing the resources and budgets of your team

What We're Looking For

• At least 6 years of experience delivering Building Physics (e.g., thermal or energy modelling) or Whole Life Carbon Analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with experience managing teams and mentoring colleagues.
• Strong client-facing and communication skills, with a proven track record of managing client relationships and influencing design decisions.
• A strategic mindset, capable of driving technical excellence while identifying opportunities for growth and innovation.
• Collaborative approach to working with multidisciplinary teams.

Why Join This Consultancy?

• Impactful Projects: Work on prestigious, high-profile projects in the UK and internationally.
• Leadership Opportunities: Be at the forefront of shaping a growing team and business unit.
• Career Development: Enjoy a clear path to further leadership roles, supported by a commitment to professional development.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team of industry leaders dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.