Building Physics Consultant Full Time NEW

Bristol, Somerset
Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Building Physics Consultant

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

Overview

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.

Benefits

By joining this consultancy, you will enjoy:

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

Day-to-Day

Your typical day as a Building Physics Consultant will involve:

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

Responsibilities

As a Building Physics Consultant, your key responsibilities will include:

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

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should ideally have:

• A degree in Building Services Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Physics, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 2-4 years’ experience in building physics or sustainability consultancy.
• Proficiency in IES VE software.
• A strong understanding of building performance and sustainable design principles.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• A genuine passion for low-carbon and sustainable development.

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.