Principal Sustainablity Consultant

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - GBP 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking an experienced Sustainability Consultant specialized in IES modelling to join their Bristol team. The role involves delivering various energy assessments and modelling tasks, focusing on low-carbon building design. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in sustainability and strong technical skills in energy modelling, along with knowledge of BREEAM and NABERS. This position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Excellent career progression

Supportive team environment

Technical development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in sustainability, building performance or energy modelling.
• Strong ability with IES VE.
• Knowledge of NABERS, BREEAM ENE01, and associated energy credits.

Responsibilities

• Deliver IES VE modelling across a range of building types.
• Carry out operational energy modelling, including NABERS and BREEAM ENE01 assessments.
• Complete modelling and reporting for Part L compliance.

Skills

IES VE

Operational energy modelling

Strong communication skills

Experience of overheating modelling

Education

Degree in engineering, environmental science, sustainability or similar

Tools

NABERS

BREEAM ENE01

Job description

Sustainability Consultant – / IES Modelling

Location: Leeds (or hybrid / nearby regions considered)
Salary: Competitive + benefits
Experience: Minimum 3 years
Job Type: Permanent

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Sustainability Consultant / Building Performance Engineer with strong expertise in IES modelling, operational energy assessments, and low‑carbon building design. The role sits within a specialist sustainability & building performance team working on a broad range of projects across the built environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within a forward‑thinking consultancy environment, working on cutting‑edge sustainability and energy‑performance projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver IES VE modelling across a range of building types
• Carry out operational energy modelling, including NABERS and BREEAM ENE01 assessments
• Complete modelling and reporting for Part L (compliance and optimisation)
• Undertake overheating analysis using approved methodologies
• Prepare technical reports, evidence documents, and sustainability assessments
• Work closely with multidisciplinary design teams to support low‑carbon strategies
• Provide technical input on energy performance and building simulation best practice

Skills & Experience Required

Essential:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in sustainability, building performance or energy modelling
• Strong ability with IES VE
• Experience in operational energy modelling
• Knowledge of NABERS, BREEAM ENE01, and associated energy credits
• Strong understanding of Part L and associated compliance pathways
• Experience of overheating modelling (TM52 / TM59 or equivalent)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within project teams

Desirable:

• Experience in wider sustainability or carbon consultancy
• Understanding of net‑zero carbon strategies
• Degree in engineering, environmental science, sustainability or similar

What’s on Offer

• Excellent career progression
• Exposure to high‑profile sustainability projects
• Supportive team environment with technical development opportunities
• Competitive salary + benefits package

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.