Technical Development (Decarbonisation & Energy Solutions) Lead

Equans UK & Ireland; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in energy services is seeking a Technical Development Lead to spearhead decarbonisation projects in London. The role involves project planning, technical leadership, and securing funding for low-carbon initiatives. Candidates should have a strong background in energy systems and modelling, with a commitment to supporting clients in achieving net-zero goals.

Benefits

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)

Life Cover equivalent to 3 x annual salary

Employee discount shopping schemes

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Broad range of learning opportunities

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Expertise in modelling and simulation software.
• Proven track record in securing funding for decarbonisation.
• Extensive experience in low-carbon infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead decarbonisation project planning for various sectors.
• Conduct feasibility assessments for low-carbon technologies.
• Guide teams through funding applications.

Skills

Modelling and simulation software

Decarbonisation initiatives

Building energy systems

Education

Higher degree (MSc, MEng, or equivalent) in Energy, Engineering, Sustainability

Tools

Energy Pro

PVsol

Excel modelling

Job description

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EQUANS is looking for a Technical Development Lead to join our team in City of London on a permanent basis. This is a fulltime role working Monday to Friday. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

The Technical Development (Decarbonisation & Energy Solutions) Lead plays a crucial role in shaping the front-end development of low-carbon projects by leading techno-economic modelling and decarbonisation planning. This position focuses on defining project scope, identifying optimal energy efficiency and renewable energy measures, and securing grant funding. By combining expertise in building physics, energy systems, policy, planning, and financial modelling, the role ensures the technical and commercial viability of decarbonisation strategies. Supporting clients in their net-zero ambitions, this position aligns project development with regulatory frameworks and funding opportunities.

What will you deliver?

Decarbonisation Strategy and Consultancy

• Leads the development of decarbonisation project planning for public and private sector clients, including local authorities, social housing associations, healthcare, and commercial organisations.
• Conduct technical and financial feasibility assessments for low-carbon technologies, including heat pumps, district energy systems, HVAC, BMS, and solar PV.
• Guide internal teams and external clients through funding applications (e.g., PSDS, Warmer Homes, GHNF, HNES), ensuring compliance and maximising success rates.
  
  

Design and Engineering Leadership

• Provide technical leadership across RIBA Stages 0-4 and 7, ensuring robust engineering and commercial integration.
• Oversee energy modelling to optimise building and energy system performance.
• Develop in-house bespoke modelling tools for system analysis, energy forecasting, and demand-side management.
• Ensure compliance with CIBSE Heat Pump Code of Practice, PAS 2035, and other energy efficiency standards.
  
  

Funding and Commercial Viability

• Develop business cases and financial models to secure funding for decarbonisation projects.
• Conduct techno-economic assessments to evaluate financial and operational viability.
• Present technical and financial concepts to stakeholders at all levels, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
  
  

Project Management and Delivery

• Lead and support cross-functional collaboration across engineering, commercial, business development, and operational teams.
• Ensure grant condition compliance, meeting funding requirements for projects.
• Implement post-project reviews, tracking performance and identifying optimisation opportunities.
  
  

Digital and Data-Driven Optimisation

• Support BEMS optimisation, demand-side response strategies, and building energy performance improvements.
• Oversee the development of digital twin models and real-time analytics for benchmarking energy system performance.
• Enhance proprietary and third-party modelling tools to improve system performance and predict energy demand.
  
  

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, and benefits package, which includes;

• 25 days annual leave(+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 3 xannual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
  
  

Who are we looking for?

Experience:

• Expertise in modelling and simulation software, such as Energy Pro, PVsol, Termis, NEMO, Netsim, Bluebeam, and Excel modelling.
• Proven track record in securing funding and leading decarbonisation initiatives.
• Extensive experience in building energy systems, heat networks, and low-carbon infrastructure.
• Experience working with public and private sector decarbonisation projects, including PSDS and Refit framework.
• Experience working with public and private sector decarbonisation projects, including PSDS and Refit framework.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Higher degree (MSc, MEng, or equivalent) in Energy, Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in energy consultancy, decarbonisation strategy, and low-carbon solutions.
  
  

Who are we?

EQUANSis a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young ProfessionalsNetwork) and our Disability Network.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.

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