Senior Energy & Carbon Consultant

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Eastbourne; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career progression

Training opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd seeks a Senior Energy & Carbon Consultant to join the Eastbourne team. You will lead energy and carbon assessments, mentor junior staff, and deliver planning submissions with expertise in IES VE and OneClick LCA.

The role offers a hybrid working pattern (2/3 days in the office), a strong career progression path, and opportunities for professional development in a forward-thinking consultancy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operational energy and carbon assessments.
• Strong technical expertise in sustainability, energy modelling and carbon analysis.
• Experience with Part L compliance and planning submissions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients and project teams to deliver sustainable energy solutions.
• Conduct energy and carbon assessments using industry-standard tools.
• Prepare technical reports for planning submissions and client briefs.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring deadlines and quality.
• Keep up-to-date with regulations and best practices in sustainability.

Skills

Operational energy

Whole Life Carbon

Energy modelling

Carbon analysis

Project management

Education

Degree in Sustainability/Environmental Engineering

Tools

IES VE

OneClick LCA

Job description

Senior Energy & Carbon Consultant (265266) Eastbourne, England

Salary: GBP50000 - GBP60000 per annum + Hybrid, Flexibility, Growth, Progression

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
Location: Eastbourne Area
Working Pattern: Hybrid (2/3 days in the office)

Overview

An established and highly regarded M&E Building Services consultancy is seeking a Senior Energy & Carbon Consultant to join their team in the Eastbourne area. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional with a strong background in sustainability and energy consultancy to take on a pivotal role within a forward-thinking organisation.

If you are passionate about driving sustainable solutions and have the technical expertise to deliver high-quality results, we want to hear from you.

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £60,000.
• Hybrid working model (2/3 days in the office) to support work-life balance.
• Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing consultancy.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

Day-to-Day

Your typical day will involve:

• Collaborating with clients, architects, and project teams to deliver sustainable solutions.
• Conducting detailed energy and carbon assessments using industry-standard tools.
• Preparing technical reports and documentation for planning submissions.
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Staying up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in sustainability.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Energy & Carbon Consultant, you will be responsible for:

• Conducting overheating assessments to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Delivering Part L compliance assessments and providing expert advice on energy efficiency.
• Preparing and submitting planning applications with a focus on sustainability and energy performance.
• Utilising IES VE software for energy modelling and analysis.
• Performing Whole Life Carbon assessments using OneClick LCA to support sustainable design and decision-making.

You will also play a key role in mentoring junior team members, managing projects independently, and contributing to the growth and success of the consultancy.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following:

• Proven experience in operational energy and Whole Life Carbon assessments.
• Strong technical expertise in sustainability, energy modelling, and carbon analysis.
• Proficiency in IES VE and OneClick LCA software.
• A solid understanding of Part L compliance, overheating assessments, and planning submissions.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently.
• A degree in a relevant field such as Sustainability, Environmental Engineering, or Building Services Engineering is preferred.