Principal Consultant - Building Physics / Sustainability

Manchester (Primarily Remote - ~2 office visits per month)
Up to £65,000

The Opportunity

We're partnering with a growing consultancy looking to appoint a Principal Consultant to play a key role in delivering sustainability solutions across the residential development sector.

With a strong pipeline of new build projects, this position offers the chance to combine technical leadership, team management, and project oversight, particularly within overheating analysis and planning-driven sustainability strategies.

This role would suit someone who enjoys leading from the front-balancing hands-on delivery with team development and commercial input.

What's on Offer

Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience
Flexible, predominantly remote working setup
Opportunity to lead and shape a high-performing team
Involvement in impactful residential schemes
Clear progression and continued professional development
Supportive, collaborative working culture

What You'll Be Doing

Lead project delivery, ensuring high technical standards across all outputs
Oversee quality assurance processes and maintain consistency across the team
Mentor and support team members, helping to build capability and confidence
Work closely with clients to deliver on project objectives
Monitor programme timelines, resourcing, and budgets
Stay informed on industry trends, particularly in residential and sustainability

Core Responsibilities

Team Leadership: Manage workloads, performance, and overall team delivery
Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain strong QA procedures
People Development: Drive training initiatives and continuous improvement
Commercial Oversight: Take ownership of project financials and forecasting
Technical Input: Lead on overheating assessments (IES DSM) and planning support work
Business Growth: Contribute to expanding services within the residential sector
Sustainability Focus: Exposure to Whole Life Carbon (WLCA) is advantageous

What We're Looking For

Proven experience managing teams within a consultancy setting
Strong background in quality control and project delivery
Experience mentoring and developing junior staff
Good commercial awareness, including project financial management
Advanced knowledge of IES software (essential)
Hands-on experience with overheating analysis (IES DSM)
Understanding of planning-related sustainability strategies
Interest or experience within residential new build projects
Relevant degree or professional background
Strong communication and leadership skills

If you're looking for a senior leadership role where you can influence both project delivery and team growth, this is a fantastic opportunity to step up and make an impact.

Get in touch to learn more or apply today