Sustainability Consultant
| Posting date: | 06 November 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,000 to £35,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | additional benefits + training + career progression |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 December 2024 |
| Location: | Cheshire, North West, ch1 1ab |
| Company: | Pertemps |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 54846182 |
Summary
Sustainability Consultant / Energy Assessor – Hybrid Working (Cheshire-Based)
Overview
An established and thriving consultancy, known for its technical compliance and sustainability expertise, is seeking a dedicated Energy Assessor / Sustainability Consultant to join its growing team. Based in the scenic Cheshire countryside, the company prides itself on its collaborative and supportive culture, combining a relaxed workspace with a commitment to employee development and career progression.
This role presents a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic Energy Assessor to make a tangible impact in residential and commercial sustainability projects, working with a diverse client base that includes national developers, contractors, and regional housebuilders. The company is open to considering recent graduates with a relevant degree in the built environment and a strong passion for energy and sustainability.
Role Summary
As an Energy Assessor, you’ll be instrumental in the delivery of building compliance and sustainability assessment services. Your core responsibilities will include:
- Conducting SAP assessments, SBEM/DSM calculations, and overheating and daylighting calculations.
- Performing U-value calculations and preparing energy statements for planning applications.
- Offering technical support to clients and delivering accurate, timely reports that align with regulatory standards.
- Working on both planning and technical reporting for diverse sustainability projects.
Responsibilities
Working as part of a close-knit team, you’ll contribute to the end-to-end management of client engagements, ensuring projects meet compliance and sustainability standards. Key tasks include:
- Performing energy assessments (SAP, SBEM, DSM, Part L, and net-zero strategies).
- Conducting building modelling (using software such as Design Builder) and lifecycle assessments (optional).
- Advising clients on compliance strategies and methodologies to meet building regulations and sustainability goals.
- Managing client relationships and identifying service opportunities.
About You
The role suits both experienced candidates and recent graduates. For recent graduates, the company welcomes applications from those with a degree in a relevant built environment discipline and a passion for energy and sustainability. Essential qualities include:
- Familiarity with or interest in SAP/SBEM/DSM energy modelling and regulatory frameworks.
- A strong desire to learn building energy modelling software such as Design SAP, Design Builder, or IES.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present technical findings clearly.
- Relevant experience or keen interest in energy consulting within the built environment sector.
While a professional qualification (e.g., IEMA, CIBSE, LCC) is advantageous, the company is committed to supporting continuous learning, offering opportunities to develop expertise across a wide array of sustainability and compliance areas.
Key Benefits
- Hybrid Working Model: Three days in-office and flexibility around core hours (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM).
- Learning and Development: Comprehensive support for professional accreditations and skills development, alongside a structured career path.
- Employee Well-being: Private healthcare, statutory pension, and a day off for your birthday (on top of annual leave).
- Work Environment: Enjoy a relaxed, supportive atmosphere with regular social activities, and a really supportive management team.
Why Join?
This is an exceptional opportunity to start or advance your career in sustainability consulting within a supportive, people-first environment. With a mix of high-profile residential and commercial projects, and a strong emphasis on professional growth, this company provides an ideal setting for those eager to make a meaningful impact in energy and sustainability.
If you’re passionate about sustainable development, whether as an experienced consultant or a recent graduate, apply today to be part of a team driving positive change in the built environment.
Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 depending on experience
Please contact David Hilditch at RGB Network for more information on this Energy Assessor / Sustainability vacancy, or apply now!
Overview
An established and thriving consultancy, known for its technical compliance and sustainability expertise, is seeking a dedicated Energy Assessor / Sustainability Consultant to join its growing team. Based in the scenic Cheshire countryside, the company prides itself on its collaborative and supportive culture, combining a relaxed workspace with a commitment to employee development and career progression.
This role presents a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic Energy Assessor to make a tangible impact in residential and commercial sustainability projects, working with a diverse client base that includes national developers, contractors, and regional housebuilders. The company is open to considering recent graduates with a relevant degree in the built environment and a strong passion for energy and sustainability.
Role Summary
As an Energy Assessor, you’ll be instrumental in the delivery of building compliance and sustainability assessment services. Your core responsibilities will include:
- Conducting SAP assessments, SBEM/DSM calculations, and overheating and daylighting calculations.
- Performing U-value calculations and preparing energy statements for planning applications.
- Offering technical support to clients and delivering accurate, timely reports that align with regulatory standards.
- Working on both planning and technical reporting for diverse sustainability projects.
Responsibilities
Working as part of a close-knit team, you’ll contribute to the end-to-end management of client engagements, ensuring projects meet compliance and sustainability standards. Key tasks include:
- Performing energy assessments (SAP, SBEM, DSM, Part L, and net-zero strategies).
- Conducting building modelling (using software such as Design Builder) and lifecycle assessments (optional).
- Advising clients on compliance strategies and methodologies to meet building regulations and sustainability goals.
- Managing client relationships and identifying service opportunities.
About You
The role suits both experienced candidates and recent graduates. For recent graduates, the company welcomes applications from those with a degree in a relevant built environment discipline and a passion for energy and sustainability. Essential qualities include:
- Familiarity with or interest in SAP/SBEM/DSM energy modelling and regulatory frameworks.
- A strong desire to learn building energy modelling software such as Design SAP, Design Builder, or IES.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present technical findings clearly.
- Relevant experience or keen interest in energy consulting within the built environment sector.
While a professional qualification (e.g., IEMA, CIBSE, LCC) is advantageous, the company is committed to supporting continuous learning, offering opportunities to develop expertise across a wide array of sustainability and compliance areas.
Key Benefits
- Hybrid Working Model: Three days in-office and flexibility around core hours (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM).
- Learning and Development: Comprehensive support for professional accreditations and skills development, alongside a structured career path.
- Employee Well-being: Private healthcare, statutory pension, and a day off for your birthday (on top of annual leave).
- Work Environment: Enjoy a relaxed, supportive atmosphere with regular social activities, and a really supportive management team.
Why Join?
This is an exceptional opportunity to start or advance your career in sustainability consulting within a supportive, people-first environment. With a mix of high-profile residential and commercial projects, and a strong emphasis on professional growth, this company provides an ideal setting for those eager to make a meaningful impact in energy and sustainability.
If you’re passionate about sustainable development, whether as an experienced consultant or a recent graduate, apply today to be part of a team driving positive change in the built environment.
Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 depending on experience
Please contact David Hilditch at RGB Network for more information on this Energy Assessor / Sustainability vacancy, or apply now!