Building Physics Consultant

Location: BristolSalary: £35,000 - £45,000Contract Type: PermanentWorking Arrangement: Hybrid

Are you passionate about sustainable design and building performance? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Building Physics Consultant to join a leading sustainability and engineering consultancy in their growing Bristol office.

This consultancy is renowned for delivering innovative, low-carbon solutions across the built environment and is recognised as one of the UK's top employers in the engineering and sustainability sector.

As a Building Physics Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable building designs, collaborating with architects, MEP engineers, and multidisciplinary teams from concept to completion.

By joining this consultancy, you will enjoy:

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• A competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000.
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• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
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• Clear career progression and professional development opportunities.
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• Exposure to high-profile, sustainability-focused projects.
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• A supportive and collaborative working culture.
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• The chance to work with a nationally recognised leader in sustainability and engineering.
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Your typical day as a Building Physics Consultant will involve:

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• Running building performance simulations to assess energy efficiency and thermal comfort.
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• Collaborating with design teams to integrate sustainable solutions into projects.
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• Preparing compliance documentation for planning submissions.
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• Advising clients on strategies to achieve Net Zero Carbon goals.
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• Attending project meetings to provide technical insights on building physics.
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• Researching and implementing the latest industry standards and innovations.
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As a Building Physics Consultant, your key responsibilities will include:

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• Conducting dynamic thermal modelling and building performance analysis using IES VE software.
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• Supporting the development of Net Zero Carbon and operational energy strategies.
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• Advising on compliance with Part L, Part O, TM52, TM59, EPCs, TM54/NABERS, and Passive House standards.
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• Assisting with sustainability modelling and BREEAM credit assessments.
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• Producing technical reports and planning compliance documentation.
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• Collaborating with project teams to influence sustainable design decisions.
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• Staying updated on evolving industry legislation and best practices.
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To be successful in this role, you should ideally have:

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• A degree in Building Services Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Physics, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
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• Approximately 2-4 years' experience in building physics or sustainability consultancy.
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• Proficiency in IES VE software.
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• A strong understanding of building performance and sustainable design principles.
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• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
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• A genuine passion for low-carbon and sustainable development.
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If you are a driven professional with a passion for sustainable design and building performance, we would love to hear from you. Take the next step in your career and apply today!

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please get in touch.