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Senior-Principal Building Physics Engineer (DfP / NABERS / Apache HVAC)
London
Up to £68k

Are you a building performance expert ready to lead on some of the UK's most exciting low-energy projects? One of the UK's top multidisciplinary consultancies is looking for a Senior-Principal Building Physics Engineer to lead the delivery of Design for Performance (DfP) and NABERS UK modelling, with strong experience using Apache HVAC within IES-VE.

This is a rare opportunity to take a technical leadership role within a nationally recognised team delivering Net Zero strategies and operational energy modelling at the highest level.

The Role
* Lead on DfP and NABERS UK performance modelling across a wide portfolio of commercial and mixed-use developments
* Deliver detailed simulations using Apache HVAC in IES-VE to support operational energy assessments
* Coordinate with internal design teams, external consultants, and architects to influence design from early stage
* Develop and manage robust energy strategies that align with Net Zero Carbon and ESG frameworks
* Support certification processes and engagement with Independent Design Review (IDR) panels
* Mentor junior team members and contribute to service innovation and thought leadership

About You
* Strong experience with IES-VE, specifically Apache HVAC for operational energy modelling
* Proven experience delivering NABERS UK and DfP models to industry benchmarks
* In-depth knowledge of UK Building Regulations, Part L, TM54, and energy compliance pathways
* Excellent communicator, confident engaging with design teams, developers, and certifiers
* Experience leading projects and supporting business development is a plus
* Passionate about driving down operational energy use and promoting performance-led design

Why Join?
* Play a lead role in advancing operational energy modelling at a national level
* Work in a flexible, hybrid environment with offices across the UK
* Join a growing sustainability team with a strong pipeline of commercial and complex projects
* Benefit from structured progression, training support, and a highly collaborative culture

Interested in shaping how buildings perform, not just how they look? Get in touch or apply today.

Whether you're working in the larger corporate companies or a small SME this is certainly one to take note of. Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for further info on the email below, we can arrange a confidential conversation anytime to suit you.

Your expert recruitment consultant is Lakshman Sivanesan, call today on 0207 422 7463 or email [email protected] Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.