Principal Consultant - Building Physics / Sustainability
Manchester (Primarily Remote - ~2 office visits per month)
Up to £65,000
The OpportunityWe’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.