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Stantec has an exciting opportunity for an Energy & Sustainability Consultant / Senior Consultant to join our dynamic Building Performance team in Reading.

Do you have a passion for sustainability? Are you up for the challenge of creating efficient buildings, heat networks, and reducing operational energy with social value, responding creatively to the needs of people, places, and the environment?

We are currently seeking an Energy & Sustainability Consultant / Senior Consultant to join us. This is an opportunity to join a reputable group with a strong forward workload. We have been at the heart of local communities across the country for many years and are now looking to expand further.

Our projects include a wide range of public and private opportunities nationally and internationally, including significant developments, educational buildings, commercial and industrial properties, and regeneration projects—from small-scale local schemes to larger national frameworks. We also assist clients in reducing their scope 3 carbon emissions.

You will play an important role within our team, supporting the creation of energy models and the production of sustainability and energy strategies to help our clients make informed decisions about their buildings and energy systems. Your role will be varied and challenging, offering opportunities to learn from the wider group and advance your career.

For more info on our Building Services projects and team, please click on the link: Stantec Building Services

Not least, you will be joining the Consulting Firm of the Year at the 2023 NCE Awards, recognized for our market success, as well as our focus on people and culture!

About You

The ideal candidate will hold a university degree in a relevant subject such as physics, geography, chemistry, or engineering (building services or mechanical), with an MSc in areas like Sustainability or Environmental Management considered advantageous but not essential. You should be capable of translating both abstract concepts and detailed technical requirements into clear, practical solutions, and be enthusiastic about research, self-directed learning, and data-driven approaches.

Strong communication skills, particularly in report writing and presentations, are essential. The role requires experience with key software tools including IESVE (especially ApacheHVAC and overheating analysis), SAP and/or SBEM for building fabric analysis, and OneClick LCA for embodied carbon assessment. Familiarity with CFD, hydraulic and energy network modelling, microgrid analysis, renewable energy modelling, Python for data analysis, and data visualization tools such as PowerBI or Tableau is beneficial. A solid understanding of SBTi, UK building regulations (e.g., Parts L, O, S, F, CP1), and sustainability assessment frameworks like BREEAM or NABERS UK is also important.

Why Join Us?

The friendly and collaborative culture at Stantec is something we are proud of. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible and hybrid working arrangements, industry-leading training, excellent career development prospects, and engaging projects.

For more info on what it's like to work at Stantec, please click on the link: My Stantec Stories

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The Stantec community unites more than 31,000 employees across 450 locations on 6 continents. We have been working with clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver, and manage development and infrastructure to support sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective solutions, translating clients’ visions into valued approvals, deliverable plans, and efficient designs based on technical excellence and market insights. We address today’s challenges with a focus on a better tomorrow, supporting clean growth, economic change, and future community needs.

Stantec is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We ensure equitable employment opportunities and are committed to accessible recruitment processes.

We believe building an inclusive, supportive work environment is key to our success. If you are excited about this role but worry about experience gaps, we encourage you to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform our Talent Acquisition team.