Building Performance Engineer

  • carrington west
  • City, Manchester
  • 17/01/2026
Full time Construction Architect and Design

Job Description

Building Performance Engineer

Manchester Medium-Sized Consultancy

Are you a Building Physics or Performance Engineer looking to join a consultancy where technical quality, learning and long-term development are genuinely prioritised?

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-established Manchester based consultancy with a strong and varied project portfolio across commercial, residential, healthcare and education sectors.

You'll be joining a close-knit team of five specialists with over 30 years' combined experience, offering the chance to learn from senior professionals while developing your own technical expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role

As a Building Performance Engineer, you'll support projects from early design through to delivery, providing performance-led insight that shapes better buildings. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Producing Part L and Part O assessments for new build and refurbishment projects
  • Delivering dynamic thermal modelling, including TM54 energy modelling and TM59 overheating assessments
  • Using IES VE to analyse energy use, thermal comfort and building performance
  • Advising design teams on performance-driven solutions to improve efficiency and occupant comfort
  • Preparing clear, high-quality technical reports for clients and project teams
  • Working collaboratively with MEP engineers, architects and external stakeholders
What You'll Bring
  • Experience in building physics or building performance consultancy
  • Strong knowledge of Part L, Part O, TM54 and TM59
  • Confident user of IES VE or similar dynamic modelling tools
  • Experience working on UK-based projects across multiple sectors
  • Strong technical report writing and communication skills
  • A proactive approach and genuine interest in developing technically
Why Join?
  • Be part of a highly experienced team with a strong mentoring culture
  • Structured career development plan with clearly defined progression
  • Bespoke training and development programme tailored to your career goals
  • Funded private healthcare
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Company pension scheme
  • Employee ownership model, giving you a real stake in the business
  • Agile and flexible working arrangements
  • Supportive, people-focused culture with long-term stability

If you're looking for a role where you can grow your expertise, contribute to meaningful projects, and be part of a consultancy that invests in people, this could be an excellent next step.

For a confidential discussion or further details, please contact Charlie Weeks at Carrington West.