Principal Energy Consultant

Our client seeks a Principal Energy Consultant with expertise in managing and delivering energy and net-zero projects. This role involves overseeing a portfolio of initiatives, such as Local Area Energy Plans, Net Zero Action Plans, Heat Network Studies, and net-zero research. The successful candidate will play a leadership role in project delivery, providing technical insights and strategic advice to clients while fostering trusted, consultative relationships.

The role also includes driving business growth through identifying opportunities, preparing high-quality tender responses, and representing the organization at industry events and conferences focused on energy and decarbonization.

Key Responsibilities

Management

• Lead the development of a sub-sector within the energy offering.
• Manage energy projects to meet high-quality standards, deadlines, and budgets.
• Ensure client satisfaction through proactive engagement.
• Mentor and develop team members specializing in energy planning and pipeline development.
• Provide technical oversight, advisory, and analysis on energy projects, including energy modeling.
• Support business planning processes with strategic energy inputs.

Technical Expertise

• Conduct technical research to optimize energy planning and modeling processes.
• Deliver strategic, data-driven advice, including GIS analysis.
• Oversee development of detailed energy models using tools such as Excel, Python, and SQL.
• Provide expert advice in energy systems, building physics, and sustainability.

Business Development

• Produce high-quality client reports and technical/financial proposals.
• Lead business development activities, including client outreach and networking.
• Clearly and effectively communicate technical information to clients and stakeholders.
• Present capabilities and solutions to senior officers and portfolio holders in the energy sector.

Candidate Profile

You are ambitious, proactive, and client-focused with strong technical expertise in energy systems, planning, and modeling. A collaborative and disciplined professional, you excel in delivering high-quality outcomes and adapting to dynamic challenges.

Essential Requirements

• 5+ years of consultancy experience.
• Proven technical knowledge of energy systems, renewable energy, and building physics.
• Advanced skills in Excel, Python, and GIS.
• Demonstrable client relationship management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree (1st class) in a technical or scientific field.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in decarbonization strategies, district heat networks, or Local Area Energy Planning.
• Familiarity with hydrogen systems and customer workshop design.
• Experience in high-growth or technology start-up environments.

This position offers the opportunity to influence energy transformation strategies while contributing to the development of innovative and impactful solutions for a sustainable future.