Energy / Sustainability Engineer
Job details
We are now seeking a passionate Energy/Sustainability Engineer to join our rapidly growing EPC team, supporting us in achieving our clear potential. Since 2015, Lawler Sustainability has set the bar as Ireland’s foremost Sustainability Expert. Our mission is to close the loop between Sustainability Consulting, Engineering, Contracting, and Accreditation. That is why we are the only One Stop Shop (OSS) in Ireland. Our approach is holistic, and our recommendations are agnostic to any methodology. We focus on providing the best for our clients and the planet in a professional, non-biased manner. By working with the team at Lawler Sustainability, our clients benefit from our deep understanding of integrated complex issues regarding energy consumption and energy outputs. Experience and passion cannot be bought; our team has both in abundance. Lawler Sustainability seeks the best solutions for our clients and the planet. Join this exciting team today!
The Role
- Attend site visits to understand the existing building services and liaise with sub-contractors during the tender stage.
- Develop a detailed project implementation plan and track on a regular basis. Ensure the project is in line with timelines and budgets.
- Provide weekly updates internally to senior management and externally to clients.
- Hold regular contractor and vendor meetings to ensure all stakeholders are aligned with the programme.
- Responsible for key account management and maintaining and fostering the client relationship.
- Conduct site inspections and energy surveys when necessary to produce investment-grade design reports and carbon reduction opportunities.
- Manage energy & sustainability projects from concept to handover stage.
- Prepare sustainability strategies for clients.
- Prepare technical and financial reports.
- Complete additional training/education where needed and mentor less experienced staff.
- Monitor and optimise savings during the performance stage via our in-house Lawler Vision monitoring and control system.
Required Education, Skills, and Qualifications
- Holder of a Third Level Diploma/Degree in Facilities/Building Services, Mechanical, Electrical, or Sustainability Engineering.
- Good technical knowledge of building engineering energy systems.
- Capability of managing projects within timelines and budgets.
- Experience in site works, including auditing and identifying energy-saving opportunities.
- Strong customer focus, resourceful problem solver, and with initiative; empathetic to clients’ day-to-day business problems and frustrations.
- 3+ years of experience in a relevant field.
- Understand and apply current and proposed sustainability-related legislation (Building and Planning regulations).
- Experience with cost estimates for renewable energy systems.
- Familiarity with the preparation of tender documentation and associated administration.
- Energy Auditor for SI426/SI599 / Certified Energy Manager.
- Knowledge of building and energy management systems.
What We’re Offering
- Competitive salary and pension scheme.
- Remote working and bike-to-work scheme.
- Close working relationship with senior managers and directors.
- Direct exposure to clients.
- Private healthcare fully subsidised.
- A company that supports your personal and professional development (through internal and external CPD).
- Support to Chartership.
- Fast-moving and challenging role.
- Great culture and company social club.
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