Senior Net Zero Sustainability Consultant

Lewis Davey is delighted to be working with an international engineering and advisory business.  Leading on decarbonisation, they are supporting a prestigious client base to develop decarbonisation strategies to translate their net zero carbon aspirations into meaningful action.

We’re recruiting a Senior Net Zero Carbon Consultant to join the team and looking for an Engineer (building services, M&E) with exposure to design and ideally NZC in existing buildings.

Working on a variety of projects and providing bespoke net zero carbon advise and developing decarbonisation strategies for high profile clients, as a Net Zero Carbon specialist you will work within a team that specialises in combining net zero carbon strategy alongside technical delivery; helping clients to create ambitious decarbonisation pathways underpinned by realistic and deliverable implementation plans.

Your duties will include; 

• Undertaking in-depth energy and carbon performance data analysis of buildings, portfolios and masterplans.

• Carrying out energy/ decarbonisation audits for existing buildings and sites – identifying potential energy and carbon reduction measures and strategies.
• Keeping up to date with the latest developments in net zero carbon policy, drivers and legislation in the UK and globally.
• Developing net zero carbon road-maps and decarbonisation pathways for high profile international clients and their asset portfolios
• Preparing and presenting technical reports and analysis in engaging and meaningful ways; helping to communicate complex information across different levels
• Working with the leadership of the team to support development and help shape the expansion of the strategic carbon consultancy and net zero carbon services.
• Lead and deliver commercially successful projects with high-quality outputs that meet clients requirements
• Mentoring junior team members and helping them to develop the skills to deliver the net zero agenda

Your skills & experience:

As an experienced Senior Net Zero Sustainability Consultant, we would expect that you will be able to demonstrate:

• BEng, Meng, or MSC in Buildings Services/ Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Energy systems, or similar related field
• Working knowledge of industry net zero carbon frameworks, guidance and approaches e.g. UKGBC, LETI, SBTi, and CRREM.
• Data validation and analysis skills; able to demonstrate a high level of competency in Excel
• Experience in building services engineering design, in particular a strong understanding of HVAC systems (able to understand plant schematics, controls etc), as well as the ability to undertake preliminary equipment selections/identify plant space allowances to establish technical feasibility of decarbonisation measures.
• Ability to communicate complex information and technical analysis in a clear and concise manner; adapting outputs to suit audience requirements e.g. Estates team, Board level etc.
• Effective and flexible communication skills
• Chartered professional or able to demonstrate working to chartered status with a relevant institution

Exposure to the following areas is advantageous...

Carbon accounting experience, including broad knowledge of GHG Protocol principles, the use of Science based targets, and developing carbon models and inventories.

Experience in undertaking energy audits of existing buildings to identify opportunities to improve energy and operational carbon performance

Experience in developing energy performance calculations/ modelling for demand reduction measure and technology changes for buildings and sites.

Track record of managing and delivering building performance and/or net zero carbon projects in industry

Ability to present key findings and communicate ideas in a visual and accessible way through infographics and charts.

If you have a broad understanding of energy performance and building services systems across a range of building sectors underpinned by a real interest in Net Zero Carbon, we want to hear from you.

Benefits include;

• Parental leave, up to six months on full salary.
• Hybrid working and flexible working.
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays and flexible leave.
• Employer pension contribution of 10% (based on 5% employee contribution.
• Private medical cover.
• Flexible Benefits - cycle to work, gym memberships, corporate discounts, etc.
• A stimulating, supportive and diverse multi-disciplinary office environment in Deansgate with lots of social activities and events.

Our client wishes to create a team that is fully inclusive, and welcome applications from those who are seeking flexible or part-time working. If you have any specific requirements that would enable you to take this role, we would be keen to explore this with you.