IES Modeller / Building Performance Specialist
Posted 3 days 16 hours ago by Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Liverpool Up to £45,000 Office-based initially, with hybrid flexibility once established
The OpportunityWe are working with a forward-thinking, Planet Mark Certified consultancy seeking a Building Performance Consultant to join their growing North West team, based in Liverpool.
This role is ideal for a technically strong IES modeller who enjoys analysing data, solving complex building performance challenges, and communicating practical solutions to clients. You will play a key part in supporting the company's commitment to measurable carbon reduction, including a targeted 5% decrease in overall emissions for 2024-25.
This is a hands on technical role within a business that takes sustainability seriously - both in its projects and its own operations.
What's On Offer- Salary up to £45,000
- 5% employer pension contribution
- Healthcare cash plan
- Cycle to work scheme
- Death in service benefit
- Retail discount scheme
- Performance related tax free bonus (up to £3,600)
The expectation is full time office presence initially to support collaboration and integration into the team. Once established in the role, flexibility will be introduced.
What You'll Be Doing- Delivering detailed thermal and energy modelling using IES VE
- Producing clear, well structured technical reports for clients and internal teams
- Attending meetings to explain modelling outputs and recommend performance improvements
- Supporting design teams with evidence based energy and carbon reduction strategies
- Contributing to internal carbon reporting and wider sustainability initiatives
- Carry out Part L compliance modelling and dynamic simulation modelling
- Assess overheating risk and building performance against relevant regulations
- Interpret modelling data and translate it into actionable design recommendations
- Work collaboratively with engineers, architects and project stakeholders
- Keep up to date with building regulations, compliance standards and emerging best practice in low carbon design
- 3-4 years' experience in building performance or thermal modelling
- Strong working knowledge of IES VE and building physics principles
- Confident communicator, comfortable explaining technical findings to non technical audiences
- Motivated individual with a genuine interest in sustainability and performance led design
- Relevant degree in Building Services, Engineering, Architecture or similar (preferred)
If you're looking to join a consultancy that combines strong technical delivery with a genuine environmental commitment, this could be the next step in your career.
Apply now to take the next step!