Senior Building Physics Consultant

Job Description Company DescriptionBeyond Carbon Associates is a design and engineering consultancy established in 2022 with a mission to make low-energy, healthy buildings the norm in the UK. We are Passivhaus designers, architectural physicists, engineers, creators and innovators, using our technical wisdom to engineer excellent, beyond zero-carbon buildings.We are now looking for an experienced energy and building performance consultant to join our growing building physics team.Role DescriptionThe Senior Building Physics Consultant will work on a variety of projects, applying expertise in sustainable building design and energy performance optimisation.Main responsibilities include:Undertaking advanced building performance modelling using IESVE and related toolsCarrying out compliance work including overheating, energy and daylighting analysis (TM52, TM59, Part O, Part L, EPCs etc.)Supporting the development and application of computational design tools (Rhino/Grasshopper)Translating complex simulation outputs into actionable design recommendations and communicating these outputs effectively with design teams and other stakeholdersUsing Passivhaus strategies in design, modelling and construction, and supporting certification and on-site quality assuranceKey RequirementsEssential for the role:Experience of designing low-energy buildings to exceed the requirements of UK Building Regulations Part O, Part L and Part FPrior experience of dynamic thermal simulation using IESVEExperience of Rhino 3D and Grasshopper, including writing scriptsWorking knowledge of Passivhaus design and specification, particularly large and complex projectsExperience of London plan energy and sustainability policiesPreferredSketchUp knowledge and/or ability to learnCoding knowledge, e.g. PythonThermal bridge modelling experience (2D and 3D)Knowledge of net zero carbon strategies / policies Understanding of HEM / Future Homes StandardUse of AI to code and develop workarounds in emerging softwareEnergy assessor certification: On Construction Domestic Energy Assessor (OCDEA) and / or Level 5 Non-Domestic Energy Assessor (NDEA)General experience:Ability to support construction teams as they deliver low energy buildingsProficient in all things Excel, with a good knowledge of Teams and SharePointThe ability to work independently and remotely working from home requires a self-starterExcellent time management skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritise your own workloadExcellent communication skillsA real team player and collaborator who enjoys working closely with the management team and wider colleaguesValues-led in your decision making, with alignment to our mission and valuesA real can-do approach we are all about solutions and we encourage an open environment where people can speak freely to add value to our working communityThe willingness and ability to travelQualifications / ExperienceDegree qualified in relevant subject engineering or physics preferredCertified Passivhaus Designer / Consultant preferredQualified OCDEA / NDEA preferredAt least 5 years' experience in a similar role is preferrable, although we are open to all applicants who believe they can demonstrate the necessary skills and experience for the roleThe role is dependent on being able to evidence your right to work in the UK. If you have any queries regarding this, get in contact.You can find the full job description which gives you more information about our business, the role, and why you should join us via our News page: https://www.beyondcarbon.uk/news. Please read this to support your application.

Created: 2026-04-29