Energy Management

With over 1,400 employees, this business is dedicated to providing a 'whole house' solution to energy-efficiency. Offering a service that is tailored to homeowners as well as builders, architects, local authorities and government this company has already helped more than two million homes become more energy efficient.

As the successful individual you will manage the heat and electric system design team’s activities. It will also be your responsibility to ensure that all the projects are correctly quoted for and that their delivery is compliant with the up to date technical standards. As well as meeting customer requirements and building solid working relationships, you will also provide support to other parts of the business and the business will welcome your input into improving services and products.

Additional responsibilities will include:

• Manage the production of commercial renewable system designs for both business development and operational business
• Manage the process from end to end and be accountable for the quality of the system design department output
• Support the commercial tendering process
• Ensure projects are designed to appropriate standards
• Ensure that the commercial heat and electric design team adhere to specified performance targets
• Deliver excellent customer service
• Prioritise resource to deliver results as required by the business
• Ensure business profitability is maximised
• Manage and develop a dynamic team and compliance with health and safety

You will have an engineering, business or management qualification and experience and product knowledge of renewable technologies and opportunities. A working knowledge of the impact of renewable technology on buildings and structures will be essential together with a proven ability coordinate complex renewable designs. Experience of tendering for business is required and a track record of working in a customer facing role will also be necessary.

This is a fantastic time to join a growing and ambitious company and be instrumental in their success.

Please contact Olivia Anderson on olivia@acre-resources.com for more information or apply here.

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Benefiting from a unique service offering and significant investment from major players within the energy sector, the company has expanded rapidly over the past two years and boasts a broad range of services including energy efficiency consultancy, BEMS, energy monitoring, and renewable technology installations (solar, biomass boilers and insulation).

Reporting to the Head of Operations you will play a key role in the delivery of renewable projects to commercial, public sector, and domestic clients. You will have a proven track record of running multiple projects, a thorough understanding of the construction industry and a working knowledge of the practicalities of electrical installations including health and safety.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

• Oversee the design and installation of renewable electrical installations
• Ensure that the design, analysis, calculations and projects are completed on time and adhere to project standards and specifications
• Take overall ownership of the projects from conception to completion and to meet and exceed customer expectations
• Ensure resources are optimised and the agreed programme of works is successfully delivered on time and within budget
• Identify resources required, manage and supervise contractors and suppliers alike
• Commercially and contractually astute with good knowledge of subcontract order conditions

Experience:

• A proven track record in successful mechanical and electrical installations, project management, implementation and delivery ideally in the renewable energy sector although traditional M&E building experience will certainly be considered
• Strong electrical and mechanical knowledge and expertise with a thorough understanding of the construction industry
• Awareness of safety regulations, best practice, and engineering standards

Skills & Qualifications:

• Excellent knowledge and understanding of electrical & mechanical engineering and installations
• A degree, BTEC or equivalent in Electrical and Mechanical Building Services Engineering
• Computer literate, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Design/drawing office experience including AutoCAD would be advantageous
• CITB 5 Day Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) qualification would be advantageous
• Hold a valid CSCS/JIB ECS or other affiliated scheme is desirable
• A valid UK driving licence is essential as the role will involve travel on a regular basis
• A renewable energy qualification would be beneficial

Competencies & Person Specification:

• Ability to coordinate multiple projects, cope with competing demands and to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines, with a pro-active approach to problem solving
• Excellent communication and decision making skills
• Exceptional organisational skills with a focus on achieving high quality deliverables on a consistent basis in a pressured environment with minimal supervision
• Flexible and receptive to change
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated, with a high desire to succeed
• Ability to manage and motivate individuals and teams
• Passion for renewable energy technologies

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Recognised as one of the fastest growing private companies within the UK’s green sector, the organisation has gone from strength to strength and boasts an impressive portfolio of both government and corporate clients.

The Technical Officer will report into the Head of Engineering. This newly created position will be responsible for driving and implementing the business’s technology strategy with oversight of manufacturing, responsibility for quality management and leading the global technical services team to support the worldwide rollout of their unique product.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the execution of the technology strategy for the core product range
• Establishing new UK and international manufacturing operations
• Oversee the development of the R&D capabilities with a primary focus on control electronics
• Complement the existing team of power engineers by bringing experience and cutting edge knowledge in control electronics
• Ensure the business remains technically ahead of the competition
• Adhere to the technical standards for product development and company operations
• Embedding excellence in quality management throughout the supply chain to continue the technology’s consistent reliability rating

To be successful in this role you will need a high degree of technical competence, the ability to understand complex technologies to component level and the ability to take known technology from the concept stage, through the production process to the final product. You will also be personable, decisive, and have strong leadership skills.

Requirements:

• Chartered Engineer (IET or IEEE) or working towards chartership
• Experience in a senior technical role which includes product development.
• Proven track record of completing technology transfer between territories and establishing new suppliers
• Ideally experienced in technical design, team management and a technical interest in the control electronics field

This is a superb opportunity for a commercially orientated person to join a rapidly growing business consisting of like-minded individuals who are passionate about what they do. This position will also give you the opportunity to have a direct impact on the firm’s success with excellent prospects for progression.

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My client works across a broad range of markets including education, residential, cultural, and commercial. It has gained an enviable reputation for delivering innovative and fresh designs which has led to an increased demand for their services - and consequently the creation of this new post.

With a broad service offering the post-holder will be involved in a variety of duties. The main responsibilities include:

• Developing low energy building design strategies in conjunction with architects and structural engineers
• Providing advice on sustainability, BREEAM and building physics
• Building services engineering including heating, lighting, power and water systems design with a strong emphasis on reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions
• Advising clients on integrating renewable energy technologies into their buildings
• Working with contractors on site to ensure that design concepts are correctly implemented and constructed
• Using latest dynamic simulation software as part of energy, CO2, thermal and daylight analysis

As well as offering the successful candidate the opportunity to join an innovative team of sustainability experts with a wealth of experience, you will also benefit from a “hands on” learning approach and tuition from experienced team members who will take an active interest in your development.

You will be encouraged to become a Chartered Engineer or environmentalist through an accredited institution such as CIBSE, IMechE, IET, the Energy Institute or IEMA, and it’s expected that you will be running your own projects under the supervision of an experienced engineer within a short period of time.

Key skills and capabilities include:

• Previous sustainable building design experience highly desirable, but not essential
• Technically minded graduate in preferably, but not exclusively, mechanical or electrical engineering or physics
• Genuine interest in the built environment and sustainability
• Strong communicator who is comfortable attending client and stakeholder meetings

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Responsibilities - The role will include, but not be limited to, the following responsibilities:

• To successfully manage contracts to maximise profit and client satisfaction
• Provide project management and coordination of multi-disciplinary teams to deliver client requirements.
• Provide technical, analytical and report writing delivery in own discipline (likely to be one of energy management, carbon management or renewable technologies) on sustainability contracts
• Develop own expertise and profile in the sustainability arena contributing to the promotion and growth of the consulting offer. This will include contributing to case studies and thought leadership pieces as well as participation in industry events
• Provide support where necessary to other key relationship accounts and strategic alliances
• Lead bids and proposals and attend bid interviews. To devise cost and price inputs, and co-ordinate and integrate contributions from multiple team members from different disciplines.
• To support the development of more junior members of staff through mentoring and on-the-job guidance.

Requirements:

• Graduate calibre, preferably with masters level qualification in relevant discipline
• Relevant experience from either a industry, academic or consulting background
• Ideal candidate will be a BEng, MEng, or even CEng qualified engineer (or equivalent), with a career history within energy management or as a senior level sustainability consultant.
• Membership of the Institute of Energy Management, accreditation as a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant, BREEAM qualification and/or CSH would all be an advantage.
• Competence with MS Project, IES or CAD an advantage but not essential
• Experienced Project Manager used to managing complex project teams
• Strong track record in business development and sales
• Good understanding of the sustainability agenda
• Ideally with or working towards accreditation by a suitable body

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The successful candidate will play a key role in developing services around the creation and improvement of the built environment including policy work with local authorities, compliance support for developers and architects, building stock analysis, and the creation of major refurbishment plans for public and private clients. Additionally the role will include delivery of client-facing projects, management and development of a small team of consultants, business development and thought-leadership.

Responsibilities include:

• To successfully manage contracts to maximise profit and client satisfaction
• Provide project management and coordination of multi-disciplinary teams to deliver client requirements
• Develop and deploy built environment strategy for the consultancy
• Provide technical, analytical and report writing delivery in own discipline on sustainability contracts
• Develop own expertise and profile in the arena of the sustainable built environment contributing to the promotion and growth of the consulting offer. This will include contributing to case studies and thought leadership pieces as well as participation in industry events
• Work closely with colleagues to develop sales from corporate clients. This will include leading on client visits and developing concept notes and proposals.
• Provide support where necessary to other key relationship accounts and strategic alliances
• Lead bids and proposals, and attend bid interviews. To devise cost and price inputs, and co-ordinate and integrate contributions from multiple team members from different disciplines.
• Manage the development of the Built Environment team.

Requirements

• Graduate calibre, preferably with masters level qualification in relevant discipline
• Academic or consulting background
• Project Manager with proven experience managing complex project teams
• Strong track record in business development and sales
• BREEAM qualified and with significant experience of its use (Code certification an advantage)

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As an Energy Consultant you will be responsible for carrying out energy audits, as well as providing guidance and advice on carbon reductions strategies, policies, and energy efficiency strategies including renewables.

Responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking site surveys and preparing technical reports regarding energy efficiency and carbon reduction strategies
• Analysing utility consumption data to identify areas of concern and possible solutions
• Advising on energy efficiency solutions; both technical and behavioural based projects
• Presenting solutions to clients, often presenting technical information to a non-technical audience.

You will posses:

• Proven experience as an energy auditor: ideally you will be a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting client relationships
• Level 4 qualification as a Non-domestic Energy Assessor,
• Eagerness to work with professional clients, across of a variety of building types and locations

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Low Carbon Consultant to join an established and leading UK consultancy. You will work across the UK, providing guidance to an enviable portfolio of UK clients.

For more information, please contact Karyn on 020 7400 5580 or apply on Karyn@acre-resources.com

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This role will monitor energy consumption and lead energy reduction strategies for a portfolio of corporate clients. Through trend analysis, energy surveys and audits and stakeholder engagement, your department’s aim will be to make significant improvements in energy consumption.

Amongst a range of duties you will:

• Undertake energy surveys of high consuming buildings and identify cost reduction measures
• Promote energy conservation with property management colleagues, individual tenants, and tenant groups
• Assist in the implementation of no cost energy reduction measures and track energy savings achieved
• Develop business cases and pitch for investment in energy reduction projects
• Support multi site energy reduction measures within budget and timescale

You will have a BSc in Building Services Engineering or a relevant degree along with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. You will be financially minded and comfortable working with complex spreadsheets (particularly Excel). You will be a team player looking for a rare opportunity to join an innovative Energy team within a FTSE 100 company. Our client offers a strong salary and benefit package.

For more information contact Karyn Peacocke on 020 3008 4699 or by email on karyn@acre-resources.com

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The individual will be responsible for all aspects of energy management; procurement, monitoring and reducing energy consumption, as well as supporting their strategy towards the Carbon Reduction Commitment and sustainability targets.

A short list of responsibilities include:

• Procure gas and electricity contracts; work with brokers and energy suppliers to secure circa £2million in contracts annually
• Data collection and trend analysis; forecast and manage utility budget and set reductions targets
• Implement innovative energy efficiency solutions across sites
• Ensure CRC compliance as well as manage data for internal Corporate Responsibility reporting

You will be an experienced Energy Manager looking to lead an organisation’s energy portfolio. Our client offers a competitive package and excellent Central London location.

To apply contact Karyn Peacocke on 0845 257 8030 or by email on karyn@acre-resources.com

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Working within a small yet growing team, the successful applicant will have very strong client liaison and networking skills. You will be supporting the Project Managers so you will have a very hands on role and therefore gain experience across a variety of different projects. The projects will focus on sustainability within the built environment and you will be:

• Assisting with the implementation of building energy efficiency strategies as well as investigating various low and zero carbon energy options;
• Producing wider sustainability assessments including support and delivery of BREEAM assessments;
• Supporting the production of reports along with assessment and feasibility studies;
• Facilitating the implementation of tailored sustainable energy solutions;

In addition to a relevant degree, you will have experience working as an energy efficiency or sustainability consultant. You will be a registered BREEAM assessor (ideally commercial and bespoke) and/or LEED qualified. You will have excellent project and client relationship management skills, you will be personable, a strong communicator (written and verbal) and have the ability to influence decision makers.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and proactive consultant to join a growing team where you will be a key part in developing the business.

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