Energy and Sustainability Manager

The role is highly autonomous, with complete freedom to manouvre the energy and sustainability agenda to different angles and create a pathway for the future of the companies sustainability agenda.

Salary: 55k + 5k car allowance

Working arrangements: In office 5 days a week and site visits

Essentials: Experience in commercial/real estate sustainability agendas

• Conduct feasibility studies, calculating potential savings (kWh, CO2, cost) and payback periods, and present clear business cases for energy and carbon reduction projects.

• Develop and implement strategic plans to reduce energy usage and carbon emissions across a variety of building types.

• Provide comprehensive monitoring, reporting, and analysis of energy and carbon data to identify opportunities for continual improvement.

• Validate utility bills and ensure accurate energy cost reporting.

• Design and implement BMS/control strategies to optimise energy performance.

• Promote energy awareness across all levels of the organisation through training and engagement initiatives.

• Maintain a strong understanding of corporate energy policies, legislation, and technical standards affecting client properties.

• Stay up to date with energy market trends and regulatory developments to ensure full compliance with energy-related legislation.

• Additional low carbon or energy efficiency qualifications (e.g., ESOS Lead Assessor, LCC) highly desirable.

• Membership of relevant professional bodies such as CIBSE or the Energy Institute is preferred.

• Proven project management skills with the ability to coordinate complex multi-site energy projects.

• Demonstrable experience in energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and sustainable energy technologies.

• Strong background in energy procurement and regulatory compliance (e.g., ESOS, SECR).

• In-depth knowledge of energy-saving technologies and best practices across commercial buildings.

• Skilled in interpreting energy consumption data and formulating actionable reduction strategies.

• Familiarity with low and zero carbon technologies, including HVAC, lighting, and refrigeration systems.

• Expertise in building management systems (BMS) and control strategies.

• Proficient in statistical analysis and benchmarking techniques.

• Excellent report writing and communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical information clearly.

• Able to produce detailed, costed energy efficiency proposals and conduct full-scale site surveys and technology feasibility studies.