Associate/Associate Director - Sustainability & ...

Associate / Associate Director – Sustainability & Energy Modelling £65k – £85k  Cardiff/Manchester/London/Birmingham/Bristol A UK-based planning and development consultancy that works across the built environment is continuing to expand its energy modelling and sustainability capability and is looking to appoint a senior professional to support this growth. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Associate Director or a high-performing Associate/Principal ready to step into a more influential leadership role and help shape the growth of an expanding energy and sustainability function. What you’ll be doing: • Leading complex projects and delivering robust, data-driven energy strategies • Driving decarbonisation and net zero pathways across building portfolios • Taking ownership of project delivery, ensuring quality, programme, and budget alignment • Producing high-quality technical reports and supporting commercial proposals • Mentoring and developing junior team members • Playing a key role in business development and client relationship management  • Supporting sustainability certifications and wider ESG initiatives What you’ll bring: • Strong experience in energy strategy and decarbonisation planning • Expertise in SBEM and dynamic simulation modelling • Knowledge of operational energy modelling, overheating, and environmental analysis • Solid understanding of UK planning policy and regulatory frameworks  • Advanced Excel and data modelling skills Additional experience (beneficial): • Whole life carbon modelling • ESG frameworks (e.g. GRESB, CRREM, SBTi) • Renewable and smart energy systems • Advanced analytics or data tools What’s on offer: • £65,000–£85,000 + bonus potential • Flexible working across multiple UK offices • Clear progression into (or further within) Associate Director level • Opportunity to work on high-profile, impactful projects • Supportive, collaborative, and growth-focused environment If you are interested in this role, please apply now or for a confidential discussion or to apply, get in touch directly with Callum via