Technical Energy Consultant, Real Estate

London, England, United Kingdom

12/13/2024

Knight Frank is looking to hire a Technical Energy Consultant to join our Energy and Sustainability department.

We are the world’s leading independent international property consultancy, headquartered in the UK, offering agency and professional advice across Commercial, Residential and Rural sectors. Established in 1896, Knight Frank now comprises a global network of over 20,000 people in 600+ Offices across 50 Territories.

Role

The Energy and Sustainability Services department support commercial real estate clients with zero carbon strategies and green building certifications. The team offers services like net zero pathways, energy efficiency advice, and building compliance (EPCs, MEES, ESOS, BREEAM In-Use). As a Technical Energy Consultant, you will conduct audits and reports to help achieve clients' net zero goals. The ideal candidate should be, or willing to become, an EPC assessor with experience in carbon reduction strategies and knowledge of energy efficiency and decarbonisation trends in real estate.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking energy surveys and delivering sustainability services of a technical nature; including EPC certificates, Energy Audits, Net Zero Carbon Audits, ESOS reports.
• Familiar with BREEAM In-use, including its delivery and ideally act as an in-use assessor.
• Utilise these certificates, reports and building models to develop net zero pathway action plans.
• Analyse energy profiles, assessing performance, generating insights and reporting.
• Maintain advanced knowledge associated with carbon legislation, regulation, certifications, and the wider sustainability agenda to ensure that clients are fully informed.
• Contribute to wider engagement with department heads and their teams; making sure they are aware of the latest developments and opportunities for their clients.
• Provide general energy/carbon related support on EPC/EPC Plus & MEES, ESOS, Operational Energy savings, sustainability reporting and certification, tenant engagement, ISO14001 & ISO50001, (referring where necessary to the wider team).
• Support assets undergoing assessments as necessary, including: EPCs, ESOS, BREEAM NABERS, etc.
• Actively engage in the development of pitch material and communicate through formal presentations and informal interactions.
• Produce written reports to a high standard.
• Build relationships with existing and new clients, identify opportunities, and assist in securing future business for the company. Be seen by clients as a trusted advisor and a subject matter expert.
  
  

Key Experience Required

• Working towards a professional qualification CIBSE, IEMA or similar.
• At least 2 years’ experience within a related energy/carbon field.
• Good communication and client interaction skills.
• Good English, grammar, spelling, and document checking skills.
  
  

Please note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals and provide equal opportunities for everyone. We also offer reasonable adjustments to ensure all candidates have a fair chance during the recruitment process.