Senior Energy Consultant

Turner Townsend; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UK is looking for an experienced professional to manage client relationships and deliver energy management projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical engineering background, proven HVAC systems experience, and the ability to produce high-quality reports. This role offers a competitive salary up to £65,000 plus benefits like flexible working, medical insurance, and a generous pension contribution.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £65,000

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Company profit share scheme

Loyalty bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven ability to produce high-quality technical reports.
• Experience delivering M&E projects successfully.
• Solid understanding of energy efficiency and sustainable practices.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture strong client relationships.
• Conduct site-based energy and engineering surveys.
• Lead delivery of technical and energy management projects.

Skills

Strong mechanical engineering background

Experience with HVAC systems

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture strong client relationships, gaining a clear understanding of their operational and energy management needs.
• Carry out detailed building, energy and performance audits to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Provide ongoing account management and technical support.
• Oversee contractor activity on behalf of clients.
• Apply deep knowledge of energy systems and engineering principles to develop sustainable, cost‑effective solutions.
• Conduct site‑based energy and engineering surveys across multiple UK locations.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of building services regulations, design requirements and compliance frameworks.
• Lead end-to-end delivery of technical and energy management projects.
• Prepare project plans, budgets and delivery schedules.
• Work closely with internal teams, including engineers, energy managers and support functions, to ensure project success.
• Mentor junior colleagues, encouraging continuous learning and skills development.
• Provide accurate, timely financial reporting to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Partner with finance teams to ensure budget adherence and identify potential cost savings.
• Make outbound calls to existing and new SME customers, helping them secure better energy contracts using consultative techniques.
• Contribute to technical advisory projects, due diligence and strategic support for developers, investors and financial institutions, including battery energy storage systems (BESS).

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical engineering background with proven HVAC systems experience.
• Solid understanding of building services, energy efficiency, decarbonisation and sustainable engineering practices.
• Proven ability to produce high‑quality technical reports and documentation.
• Demonstrable experience delivering M&E projects successfully.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, capable of identifying and resolving technical issues.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, analytics) and proficiency in the MS Office suite.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, Energy Engineering or related field (BEng/BSc required; MSc/MEng desirable).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership (IMechE, CIBSE, Energy Institute, etc.).
• ESOS Lead Assessor qualification.
• Knowledge of heat pump technology.
• Familiarity with BMS systems and their infrastructure.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £65,000 + £6,000 car allowance.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, Birthday Day off.
• Private medical insurance.
• Up to 5 days compassionate leave.
• 4.5% employer pension contribution.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Company profit share scheme.
• Loyalty bonus scheme, Employee referral rewards.
• Employee discount programme covering wellbeing and lifestyle.
• Enhanced sick pay (eligibility applies).
• Eye test vouchers + £40 contribution towards lenses.
• Modern, collaborative workspace with flexible hybrid working.