Building Performance Consultant

Salary/Rate:£28-40000
Discipline:Sustainability & Building Physics
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Glasgow
County:Midlothian
Job ref:Job 2184
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About the Role

About Us

We are an award-winning engineering design consultancy with more than 80 years of experience.
As an independent building services design consultancy, we specialise in the design of innovative mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) services. We help clients achieve operational Net Zero Carbon by applying expert knowledge and using the latest design technologies and methods to create highly energy-efficient MEP solutions.


Building Performance Modeller – Glasgow

Due to continued growth, we are expanding our Building Performance Modelling team in our Glasgow office. We’re keen to hear from candidates who are looking to further develop their career in Building Performance Modelling and Sustainability within the built environment.

Our Building Performance Modelling & Sustainability teams are fully integrated within our wider engineering design group, supporting the delivery of complete building services engineering solutions across a broad range of project types.

As a key member of our experienced team, you will contribute to the development of energy, decarbonisation, and sustainability strategies for both new-build and existing buildings, working closely with Building Services Engineers and Sustainability Specialists.

You will have the opportunity to deepen your understanding of environmental building systems, undertake assessments, provide sustainability advice, and visit project sites—while progressing toward professional membership.

Experience with the IES-VE tool is desirable, as it is central to the role. Knowledge of Part L / Section 6 assessments, climate-based daylight modelling, TM54 operational energy assessments, decarbonisation studies, and sustainability rating tools (such as BREEAM and NABERS) will be advantageous.


Candidate Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

  • BSc/MSc or BEng/MEng in a Built Environment or Engineering-related discipline

  • 2+ years’ experience in building physics, particularly heat transfer, energy, thermal comfort, and natural ventilation

  • Experience using IES-VE software

  • Low Carbon Energy Assessor accreditation for Non-Domestic Buildings using IES-VE

Skills & Attributes

  • Strong communication skills with a positive, flexible attitude

  • Genuine enthusiasm for sustainable building design and an understanding of the sector

  • Analytical mindset with a creative approach to problem-solving

  • Ability to work proactively and independently

  • Organised and methodical approach to managing tasks and priorities

  • Drive to meet deadlines with an appreciation of the commercial factors influencing design solutions

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