Associate Building Physics Engineer

Associate / Team Leader – Building Physics Engineer

Location:

Manchester Sector:
Built Environment / Sustainability / Building Performance About the Role An established, multi-disciplinary built environment consultancy is seeking an Associate / Team Leader level Building Physics Engineer to join its growing Manchester team. This is a senior technical and leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape and grow a building physics capability within a respected national practice.

You will lead the delivery of building performance and sustainability services across a diverse portfolio of projects, while mentoring and developing junior engineers. The role offers a strong balance of hands-on technical involvement, client engagement, and strategic input.

Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver building physics and building performance services across a range of project types

Oversee thermal modelling, energy assessments, overheating analysis, day lighting, and Part L compliance

Provide technical leadership, quality assurance, and review of team outputs

Act as a key point of contact for clients, architects, and design teams

Support the growth and development of the Manchester building physics team Contribute to bids, proposals, and wider business development activities

Mentor and line-manage engineers, supporting professional development

About You Degree qualified in Building Physics, Engineering, or a related discipline

Significant experience delivering building physics and energy modelling projects within a consultancy environment

Strong knowledge of UK building regulations, energy standards, and sustainability frameworks

Experience using industry software such as IES, Design Builder, or similar

Proven ability to lead projects and support junior team members

Confident communicator with strong client-facing skills

Ambition to play a strategic role within a growing team

What’s on Offer Associate-level position with a clear leadership remit

Opportunity to shape and grow a regional building physics team Diverse project portfolio across multiple sectors

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Clear progression and long-term career development

This role would suit an experienced Building Physics Engineer looking to step into a senior leadership position, or an existing Associate seeking a new challenge within a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy.

For more information please contact me George Osborn on