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Principal Energy Consultant

Bricket Wood
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Elevate your Career at BRE!

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for sustainable energy solutions? At BRE, we’re at the forefront of advancing the built environment towards a low-carbon future, and we’re seeking an accomplished Principal Energy Consultant to lead our initiatives. In this role, you’ll leverage your extensive experience to drive innovative strategies, influence industry standards, and mentor the next generation of energy professionals. If you’re ready to make a significant impact and shape the future of energy consultancy, join us in our mission to create a more sustainable world.

Help BRE make buildings safer and more sustainable!

BRE aims to be the world’s leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century, we have provided government and industry with cutting-edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment. Through science-led solutions to urgent challenges, we will build a thriving and sustainable world.

Your role at BRE

We’re seeking a Principal Consultant to join our team, addressing the growing demand for BRE’s expertise. This role will play a critical role in leading our high-value energy projects, supporting UK and devolved government clients and influencing sustainable practices internationally. You’ll work at the forefront of energy consulting, supporting the team to apply cutting-edge techniques to help achieve net-zero targets.

You will operate with autonomy on assigned projects, providing guidance to the team and influencing decision-making. They will have the authority to engage directly with clients, propose strategic recommendations, and represent the company in professional networks. The Principal Consultant will also provide direct line management, actively supporting professional development and career progression to ensure team growth.

As a Principal Consultant, you’ll help shape and lead the direction of impactful projects that drive the energy transition, working on initiatives that influence UK and international energy policy and practice. This is a permanent role with the flexibility to work remotely or in a hybrid model to suit your lifestyle.

  • Leading high-profile energy consultancy projects, supporting UK and devolved government clients.

  • Influence and lead the direction of impactful projects that drive energy transition, working on initiatives that influence energy policy and practice.

  • Representing BRE in key industry discussions, thought leadership forums, and professional networks, enhancing brand presence.

  • Supporting business growth through identifying new opportunities, client engagement, and networking activities.

  • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior consultants, fostering team development and continuous learning.

    Your profile

    Technical Expertise:

  • Demonstrable experience in built environment consultancy, data analytics, or a related field.

  • Proficiency in data science techniques, including AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics applied to energy systems.

    Qualifications:

  • Degree in Energy, Data Science, Environmental Science, Engineering, Geography, Housing, Physics, Chemistry or a related field.

    Communication & Leadership:

  • Strong ability to communicate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders through reports, presentations, and strategic recommendations.

  • Experience taking a leading role within complex projects delivery.

  • Experience mentoring, upskilling, or contributing to the development of others.

    Project & Client Management:

  • Proven track record in managing high profile, high scrutiny projects for UK government and/or devolved governments, ensuring high-quality execution within budget and timelines.

  • Strong stakeholder engagement and ability to drive business development initiatives.

    Soft Skills:

  • Strategic thinker with a problem-solving mindset and a proactive approach.

  • High adaptability and ability to work both independently and in cross-functional teams.

  • Commitment to continuous learning.

    BRE Benefits

    We offer a competitive salary (reviewed annually) as well as a wide range of financial, wellbeing and career development benefits.

    • 25 days annual leave.

    • Pension scheme with 5% matching employer contribution, Life assurance (4x basic salary) and an enhanced maternity package.

    • Healthpartners – cash back on a wide range of health and wellbeing costs including prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care and more.

    • Onsite restaurant, onsite nursery and free onsite parking, including at-cost EV charging points.

    • Learning and development opportunities, including free access to our BRE Academy and GO1 courses and professional membership reimbursement
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