Senior Sustainability Engineer

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We aim to provide a work environment where you can unleash your creativity, innovation and skills while doing what you are passionate about every day. ABOUT US

EDC was established in 2003 and thanks to our quality-driven approach to engineering and early-adopter ethos with new technology, we have grown during a period when most companies in this sector have struggled. We have continued to increase our workload and deliver quality, innovative engineering. As pioneers in the design of low-energy, high- performance buildings and systems, EDC fully supports the importance placed on sustainability and welcomes the challenges this presents. We are first BIM Level 2 Certified Consultancy in the UK and Ireland and deliver projects from our four offices in Ireland

Cork, Limerick, Galway & Dublin, our UK office based in London and our recently opened Istanbul Office in Turkey. EDC has also seen significant recent expansion overseas in the African Market. OUR MISSION

At EDC, our mission is to be progressive for our clients and our employees. We embrace innovation to drive efficiency in construction by leading the way. We cultivate an open, dynamic internal culture where good people and good ideas will always be heard. EDC is a truly progressive consulting engineering firm. We are industry innovators, striving to deliver the most striking and dynamic work possible for our clients. EDC is recognised throughout the industry as being at the forefront of sustainable design and as a consultancy, it is a way of thinking that we promote and encourage across all design teams. THE ROLE

We are looking for A Senior Sustainability Engineer to manage, design, develop & evaluate energy related projects or programs to reduce or improve energy costs & energy efficiency during the designing, building or re-modelling stages of construction. Lead and manage full the Energy & Sustainability Engineering for all of our projects, delivered internally and externally, responsible for project performance and profitability whilst always demonstrating Client care. Provide quality control for Energy and Sustainability Engineering projects across all offices. Co-Ordinating dynamic thermal modelling ( IESVE ) analysis including: Part L Assessments, Comfort Analysis ( TM 52/59 ), natural ventilation studies and daylighting. Undertaking and overseeing studies relationg to BREEAM credits including: thermal comfort, low and zero carbon technologies, reduction of emissions, predicted operational energy and daylighting. Leading residential Part L assessments utilising accredited SAP software as part of large scale energy strategies. Experience with Passivhaus planning package ( PHPP ) and Whole life carbon calculations / Circular economy principles is preferred but not mandatory Thermal bridging ( Psi ) calculations and condensation risk analyses experience is advantageous. Undertaking domestic and / or non domestic EPC's for new and existing buildings. Prepare high quality reports that clearly and concisely communicate the issues involved and the conclusions. The preperation of sustainability and energy strategies will be core part of the job role. Project cost control. Management of both project teams and cross-functional teams inclusing sub contractors within the organisational structure. Preparing Energy & Sustainability statements for developments to compliment planning submissions. This will include coordination and managing energy/ sustainability contributions from many different design team stakeholders. Support bidding for new opportunities including contributors to marketing materical and attendance at interviews for projects at a range of scales. Mentor and develop less experienced Engineers. Travel to client and project locations as required to represent EDC for meetings / surveys / training etc. Ensure that the good name and reputation of EDC is maintained and promoted within the industry to enable repeat work. Liaise and collaborate with other EDC offices for all matters as appropriate. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Degree in Building Services is required - Sustainability/Electrical/Mechanical/Civil-Structural Engineering with further qualifications in Energy/Sustainability A good understanding of mechanical and electrical services systems and design engineering Minimum three years experience as a Sustainability Engineer and ideally in a consultancy environment Experience in thermal modelling using IES VE with a solid understanding of MEP services in addition to a general understanding of current Building Regulations including Part L and Part F. Desirable: Qualified Domestic / Non-Domestic EPC Assessor Experience with thermal modelling, energy assessment, dynamic energy modelling software advantageous. Working towards Chartered status or professional membership is desirable KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Good knowledge and experience of UK Building Regulations legislation are required Excellent report writing and communication skills Knowledge of CIBSE, BS and IS Standards Excellent problem-solving, and IT skills Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills with proven ability to work as part of a team Strong sense of commercial awareness BENEFITS

Competitive Salary Paid Overtime / Time in Lieu / Flexitime Performance based Annual Bonus Payment Pension Scheme / Death in Service Wellbeing Allowance & Life Balance Days Staff Social nights Work from home flexibility Performance & Development Management Full access to EDCs Tech Database Educational support including Chartership 1 extra weeks paid leave on reaching 5th Anniversary OUR HIRING PROCESS

We know you live a busy life and so, we have adopted a hiring process that is targeted and streamlined. We focus on your fit with EDC as well as your technical skill match. APPLY

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Apply: Find an open role that interests you with EDC via one of our recruitment channels. Review: Applications are read by real engineering managers who are both experts in interpreting resumes and are familiar with all EDCs jobs within a talent segmentnot just the one you applied for. Interview: We use a competencies-based interviewing process that is intended to help us minimize unconscious bias while also making sure we hire people who will thrive within EDC. Offer: We ensure we come back as quickly as possible with regards to whether you will be made an offer. If you verbally accept, we will send through an official written offer and begin the onboarding process.

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