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Principal Building Physics Engineer

£70000 - £75000 per annum 9 day fortnight
 

Job Description

Principal Building Physics Engineer - To £75K - Enjoy a nine-day fortnight whilst you help save the planet.

Enjoy a nine-day fortnight whilst you contribute to reducing carbon emissions and shaping the future of sustainable construction, in the UK.

As a Principal Building Physics Engineer, you will contribute to the decarbonisation of the built environment in the UK, utilising Passivhaus principles on large-scale commercial projects.

You'll play an integral part in the transformation of the built environment, positively impacting climate change, and leaving a legacy for future generations.

You'll apply innovative design strategies, energy-efficient technologies, and leading construction practices to create environmentally friendly buildings that are commercially viable.

Having grown from 3 to 25 employees in just under two years, it's clear that this consultancy has become an established player in the industry. You'll benefit from working for a company that values their staff and ultimately are able to position themselves as a strong and more competitive player in the market.

As a creative and inquisitive individual who is interested in the circular economy, you'll be a firm believer in the benefit of Passivhaus and be used to educating architects on these benefits.

As a key member of the Sustainability Team, you will collaborate with like-minded professionals, including architects, engineers, and sustainability experts, who share a common goal of creating sustainable, low-carbon buildings.

You will work on diverse projects and oversee the Building Physics (i.e. DTM and DfP etc) production on schools, universities, commercial offices, museums, laboratories, and large-scale residential developments.

With a hybrid working policy of two days a week from their London office and a nine-day fortnight, you'll also be able to start enjoying a better work life balance again.

If you are passionate about sustainability, energy efficiency, and shaping a greener future this role will enable you to be at the forefront of decarbonising the built environment in the UK.

Benefits

  • 9-day fortnight
  • Clear progression to Director, and access to equity in the future.
  • 25 days leave plus 8 bank holidays.
  • Matched pension up to 5%
  • Life Assurance
  • Private Healthcare
  • Flexible start and finish times

Requirements

  • Previous experience using evidence backed, modelling software (such as PHPP / IESVe etc) to design low or zero carbon buildings.
  • Degree qualified in a relevant Architectural, Environmental, Physics or Building Services field.
  • Familiar with Net Zero Carbon strategies and roadmaps.
  • Good overall knowledge of materials, energy performance, thermal comfort, overheating, daylighting, indoor air quality and Part L 2021.
  • Awareness of BREEAM / WELL / Nabers / LEED
  • Understanding of building materials, and One Click LCA.
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