Senior Consultant- Heat Decarbonisation and Heat Networks in London

Decarbonisation of energy use in buildings is critical to meeting national, regional and corporate net zero targets. This is a challenge which will require innovative technology, imaginative business models and robust policymaking. The Built Environment team guides clients including building portfolio owners, real estate investors, policymakers, technology developers, network operators, utilities and ‘waste’ heat owners to shape their role in the transition taking place to decarbonise energy use in buildings.

We are looking for applicants with a passion for this topic and experience in consultancy and/or research in this area, to join our team.

Role and responsibilities

Senior Consultants, supported by the Project Manager and Partner-in-Charge, lead the delivery of innovative, high impact work on low carbon energy, with the current role focused primarily (though not exclusively) on heat networks and heat decarbonisation. Responsibilities will include delivery of tasks such as:

• Heat network pre-feasibility assessments
• Research and quantitative analysis of relevant markets and regulations
• Providing clients with thought leadership, insightful conclusions and strategic advice
• Contributing to work winning and business development activities

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering heat network and heat decarbonisation related projects to a high quality.
• Researching technologies, markets or concepts through literature search and conversations with external experts, with a focus on heat decarbonisation and heat networks.
• Quantitative analysis of systems and technologies, including developing techno-economic models.
• Compiling briefing documents, reports, and presentations for project meetings and publications.
• Developing ways to communicate the results of projects to a range of audiences.
• Providing engineering, financial and policy perspective in a range of contexts, including on heat network modelling, project development, design, and business planning.
• Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• 3+ years in the energy sector and/or consultancy with a significant focus on heat networks.
• Track record of successful project delivery.
• Demonstration of outstanding achievement and impact in your career to date.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification in physical science, engineering, economics or another relevant discipline (Minimum 2.1).
• Strong interest in sustainability and low carbon energy, with proven expertise and track record on heat networks.
• Excellent numeracy skills and ability to quickly think through complex problems.
• IT literate and highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrable real-world experience of heat network design to at least RIBA Stage 2 equivalent.
• Experience in understanding and assessing energy use and decarbonisation in the buildings sector.

Advantageous, but not essential:

• Experience with relevant specialist software, e.g. Desktop GIS, EnergyPro, Netsim, Thermos.
• First class undergraduate degree.
• Fluency in another European language (particularly French or German).

Salary: competitive, dependent on experience

Benefits:

• Company health insurance (UK)
• Cycle to work scheme (UK)
• Flexible working hours and ability to work from home when needed
• Choice of offices
• Christmas and summer parties, and social activities
• Pension scheme
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Merit-based promotion system

ERM is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for every candidate. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or need accommodations during the selection process, we’re here to support you.