London, UK
Building physics/sustainability consultant
at HTA Design
HTA Design is seeking a building physics/sustainability consultant to join its team in London.
HTA Design has a fantastic opportunity for an intermediate Building Physics/Sustainability Consultant with an interest in housing design to join its small, friendly and busy team.
Contract: permanent
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000+
We are an award-winning multi-disciplinary design partnership of specialist teams working collaboratively in Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, Communications Design, Sustainability, and Planning.
We are specialists in residential design and construction because we believe that helping to create new, better housing is one of the most important things an architect can do. Worldwide, societies are struggling to provide homes for everyone, and we want to be part of the solution to this problem.
Our Sustainable Futures team provides expert guidance on sustainable places and buildings, with over 15 years of experience across a variety of building typologies and uses. From low-rise housing to tall buildings, we’ve delivered projects ranging from small infill developments to large-scale regeneration and innovative modular construction. As a certified B Corp and signatories of Architects Declare, RIBA 2030, and UKGBC, we are committed to advancing sustainable design.
This role will involve delivering expert consultancy services and contributing to the design and delivery of energy-efficient, high-performing, and sustainable housing projects. You will apply your skills in energy modelling, daylight/sunlight analysis, and overheating assessments to ensure compliance with building regulations and sustainability standards, including Part L (2021), CIBSE TM59, and the GLA’s environmental requirements.
In addition, you will contribute to initiatives such as Whole Lifecycle Carbon Assessments (WLCA), Circular Economy strategies and Net Zero Carbon evaluations, collaborating with in-house and external teams to drive innovative design solutions that prioritise energy efficiency, occupant wellbeing and environmental stewardship.
To be considered for this role, the successful candidate will have:
- an MSc in Sustainable Design, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- over five years’ experience in building physics nd sustainability consultancy, including carrying out SAP calculations and DSM energy modelling, checking overheating risks in line with CIBSE TM59 and familiarity with the BRE’s daylight/sunlight methodology
- relevant accreditations (e.g., BREEAM, SAP, DEA, CEEQUAL, IEMA, CIBSE)
- demonstrable experience in managing your own projects effectively
- familiarity with GLA requirements for residential-led developments and experience on GLA-referable projects
- a strong understanding of UK regulations on energy, COâ‚‚ emissions, daylight/sunlight access and overheating risks
- knowledge of current and emerging legislation and industry best practices in sustainability and carbon management
- excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage your own workload and guide others effectively
- strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret data and present informed conclusions
- strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing reports and delivering presentations
- a good knowledge of UK planning and construction processes
HTA offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development. You will work on impactful projects that shape urban living while contributing to net-zero carbon strategies, embodied carbon assessments, and post-occupancy evaluations.
If you’re passionate about housing and sustainability and want to be part of a forward-thinking team working on diverse, innovative projects, then why not apply?
Please visit our website at www.hta.co.uk to apply and for the full job description and person specification.
Closing date for applications:Â 12 noon, Friday 31st January 2025
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.