Building Performance Engineer

Building Performance Engineer

Full-Time 47250 - 57750 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Morgan Hunt

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join a team to analyse building performance and support sustainable design projects.
  • Company: Established engineering consultancy focused on energy and sustainability.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, professional development, and comprehensive benefits.
  • Other info: Collaborative environment with clear career progression opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on innovative, low-carbon building projects across the UK.
  • Qualifications: Degree in relevant engineering field and experience in building performance modelling.

The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 Β£ per year.

An established and growing engineering consultancy is looking to expand it's energy and sustainability offering and recruit a Building Performance Engineer to join its Glasgow team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, helping to deliver sustainable, energy-efficient buildings from concept through to completion.

The successful candidate will play a key role in building performance analysis, supporting design teams with energy modelling, thermal comfort assessments, and sustainability strategies to help meet regulatory requirements and achieve low-carbon design objectives.

Key Responsibilities Carry out dynamic thermal modelling using industry-standard software.

Produce energy and building performance assessments to support planning and compliance.

Undertake overheating, daylight, and thermal comfort analyses.

Support the delivery of net zero and low-carbon design strategies.

Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and sustainability engineers throughout project lifecycles.

Prepare clear technical reports and communicate findings to project teams and clients.

Keep up to date with UK building regulations, energy standards, and best practice guidance.

About You Degree qualified in Building Services Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Sustainability, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.

Experience in building performance modelling within a consultancy environment.

Proficient with software such as IES VE, Design Builder, or equivalent modelling tools.

Good understanding of UK Building Regulations, Part L, TM52, TM54, TM59, and energy compliance methodologies.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

What's on Offer Competitive salary based on experience.

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

Ongoing professional development and training.

Support towards professional accreditation where applicable.

Opportunity to work on innovative, sustainable building projects across the UK.

Friendly, collaborative working environment with clear opportunities for career progression.

Comprehensive benefits package including pension, annual leave, and additional employee benefits.

Building Performance Engineer employer: Morgan Hunt

Morgan Hunt is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a hybrid working model based in London, we offer a supportive work culture that encourages innovation and collaboration, alongside generous benefits such as 30 days of holiday and an 8% pension contribution. Join us to lead impactful cyber security initiatives while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Morgan Hunt

Contact Details:

Morgan Hunt Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Building Performance Engineer

Dynamic Thermal Modelling
Energy Modelling
Thermal Comfort Assessments
Sustainability Strategies
Building Performance Analysis
IES VE
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