Do you have a passion for building performance and sustainability?
Our Clients Design Division tackles projects across diverse sectors, from homes and hospitals to data centres and factories. Prioritising a balance between aesthetics and functionality, considering crucial factors like sustainability, materials, budget, and practicality.

We are searching for an experienced and driven Associate Director to spearhead the Building Performance Team. This leadership role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's direction and shape the future of sustainable building design. This is an exciting chance for a leader to guide a highly regarded Building Physics and Building Performance Team. You'll leverage your expertise to drive success.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Manage the Building Performance Team across multiple locations, including mentoring, development, and financial oversight.
• Allocate resources strategically and collaborate with Building Services teams to ensure timely and budget-conscious delivery of building performance projects.
• Safeguard the high quality of technical work within the team.
• Integrate sustainability and net zero carbon (NZC) design strategies seamlessly into projects.
• Partner with the Operational and Technical Directors to develop and implement UK-wide team strategies.
• Collaborate with other groups to support architects, ESG specialists, and town planners.
• Oversee performance, quality, and workflow within the Building Performance Team.
• Champion multi-disciplinary capabilities in the local market.
• Identify opportunities to solidify our clients position as a sustainability leader in the built environment.
• Introduce non-specialist engineers to the IES-VE suite of design tools.
• Mentor and guide engineers across various teams.
• Conduct dynamic thermal modelling analysis using IES-VE.
• Serve as the primary client contact for building performance matters.

Who We're Looking For

• Proven experience leading thermal modelling and energy strategy projects across diverse sectors.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) qualification or actively pursuing it.
• Level 4 and 5 accredited Energy Assessor (LCEA) certification.
• Experience with NABERS or TM54 design stage operational energy assessments.
• A strong track record of creating high-quality reports that communicate complex issues and solutions effectively, particularly regarding energy and sustainability strategies.
• Experience in calculations, model creation, specifications, reports, site surveys, construction stage duties, and client liaison.
• Experience collaborating with design/construction teams, project managers, and cost estimators to meet project requirements.
• Prior experience with DfE Education framework building performance and sustainability delivery (ideal).

Bonus Points

• Promote best practices in building physics and modelling through research and development initiatives.
• Support the team in acquiring BREEAM Credit evidence.
• Manage the residential team's use of accredited SAP software for Approved Document L assessments within large-scale energy strategies.
• Lead the production of Energy & Sustainability Statements for development planning applications.
• Coordinate and manage energy and sustainability input from various stakeholders.
• Spearhead bids for new projects, including contributing to marketing materials and attending project interviews.
• Lead building performance design and decolonisation consultancy work.

Why Join Our Client?

• An accredited training provider, offering professional qualifications in leadership, management, executive coaching, and mentoring, from entry-level to master's degree programs.
• Actively support your journey to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) through guidance, mentorship, and competency development.
• Provide additional training if required to fulfil the knowledge and understanding requirements of CIBSE or IET.
• A personalised development plan and a clear career path empower you to take charge of your career progression.

Job Title - Associate Director
Location - Birmingham, London, Manchester, or Newcastle
Type - Permanent, Hybrid
Salary - Negotiable, DOE

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