Sustainability & Energy Lead - Engineering Consulting

3 days ago

Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Climate17 Full time

We are excited to offer an exceptional opportunity to join our client's team, a trusted and highly respected engineering consultancy delivering technical excellence across a range of sectors, including infrastructure engineering and planning, complementing the Noise and Air Quality division. As an employee-owned company, you will play a key role in shaping their future, influencing decision-making, and sharing in their success.

About the Role

We are seeking a Technical Sustainability & Energy Specialist to lead our client's team. In this role, you will be expected to provide a technical leadership and management role while developing the team.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Develop and implement Sustainability & Energy strategies for various projects.
  2. Recruit, manage, and lead a growing team of consultants.
  3. Coordinate work allocation, workflow, and ensure consistent project completion.
  4. Maintain and improve client communication and service delivery.
  5. Provide expertise in areas including carbon management, net zero, energy strategy, and ESG.
  6. Influence and educate others on the importance of sustainability and energy strategies.
  7. Support the development of climate change resilience strategies at an asset level.

Requirements

  1. Degree (BSc/BEng) in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Environmental Science/Engineering, Climate Change, Architecture, or a related field. A relevant Masters (MSc/MEng) or postgraduate qualification is preferred.
  2. Certification in sustainability or energy management (e.g., CEM, ISO 50001, LEED AP, BREEAM, PAS 2080).

Experience & Technical Skills

  1. Minimum 10 years in an engineering, energy, and carbon consultancy environment.
  2. Experience in energy performance certification projects (EPC, MEES, DEC, ESOS), building surveys, building simulation models using IES VE software and energy modelling (SAP, SBEM).
  3. Knowledge in dynamic simulation modelling for environmental assessments (TM54, TM52, passive design, LZC studies).
  4. Hands-on experience with delivering complex projects in the built environment, building services, and low/zero carbon energy strategies.
  5. Accredited CIBSE LCEA Level 5 assessor with 3-5 years of experience.
  6. Understanding of M&E systems within buildings and practical implementation of low energy and carbon design.
  7. 8 years of experience working with real estate investors, developers, and occupiers.
  8. Strong communication skills, ability to build relationships, and a commitment to professional development.

About Us

Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organizations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint and those working towards decarbonizing the energy sector.

Inclusive Application Process

We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We believe that addressing climate change requires diverse perspectives and experiences. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.

If you need additional support, equipment, or resources to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and interest in the role.

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