At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead building performance projects and mentor junior engineers in a dynamic team.
- Company: Respected multi-disciplinary consultancy focused on sustainability and building physics.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and clear career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Join a collaborative environment with diverse projects and strong leadership potential.
- Why this job: Shape the future of building physics while making a real impact on sustainability.
- Qualifications: Degree in Building Physics or Engineering with experience in energy modelling.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 £ per year.
An established, multi-disciplinary built environment consultancy is seeking an Associate / Team Leader level Building Physics Engineer to join its growing Manchester team. This is a senior technical and leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape and grow a building physics capability within a respected national practice.
You will lead the delivery of building performance and sustainability services across a diverse portfolio of projects, while mentoring and developing junior engineers. The role offers a strong balance of hands-on technical involvement, client engagement, and strategic input.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver building physics and building performance services across a range of project types
- Oversee thermal modelling, energy assessments, overheating analysis, daylighting, and Part L compliance
- Provide technical leadership, quality assurance, and review of team outputs
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, architects, and design teams
- Support the growth and development of the Manchester building physics team
- Contribute to bids, proposals, and wider business development activities
- Mentor and line-manage engineers, supporting professional development
About You
- Degree qualified in Building Physics, Engineering, or a related discipline
- Significant experience delivering building physics and energy modelling projects within a consultancy environment
- Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, energy standards, and sustainability frameworks
- Experience using industry software such as IES, DesignBuilder, or similar
- Proven ability to lead projects and support junior team members
- Confident communicator with strong client-facing skills
- Ambition to play a strategic role within a growing team
What’s on Offer
- Associate-level position with a clear leadership remit
- Opportunity to shape and grow a regional building physics team
- Diverse project portfolio across multiple sectors
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Clear progression and long-term career development
This role would suit an experienced Building Physics Engineer looking to step into a senior leadership position, or an existing Associate seeking a new challenge within a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy.
Associate Building Physics Engineer in Manchester employer: Ashbys Consulting
Join one of the UK's fastest-growing Building Services consultancies, where innovation meets opportunity. With a strong commitment to employee development and a culture that values mentorship and career progression, you will thrive in an environment that encourages you to influence BIM standards and work on prestigious projects. Located in a dynamic sector, this role not only offers competitive benefits but also a clear pathway to advance your career towards BIM Management.
