Job Description

Make your mark at BRE!

BRE aims to be the world's leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century we have provided government and industry with cutting-edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment. Through science-led solutions to urgent challenges, we will build a thriving and sustainable world.
Your role at BRE
As an Energy Consultant in our Research & Innovation team, you will play a key role in delivering technical work for government and industry clients, focusing on energy efficiency and decarbonisation in the built environment.
Key responsibilities include:
Conduct energy modelling using SAP, SBEM, HEM, and other relevant tools to support project delivery
Analyse and interpret building performance data to inform policy and programme development
Prepare clear, technically robust reports and contribute to written deliverables for clients and stakeholders
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure high-quality, evidence-based outcomes
Support the development of bids and proposals for new consultancy and research projects
Contribute to the development and testing of models, methodologies, and analytical tools.

What we are looking for
A strong foundation in energy modelling, with experience using tools such as SAP, SBEM or HEM
Proven ability to analyse technical data and translate findings into clear, actionable outputs
Experience contributing to or delivering technical reports, briefings or client deliverables
An understanding of UK energy policy, building performance standards, or public sector research
Confidence working with internal and external stakeholders in a collaborative, project-based environment
Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel, Python or R
Experience contributing to research bids, proposals or consultancy tenders

Relevant degrees for this role include:
Master's or PHD
Building Physics
Sustainable Energy Systems
Energy Demand
Engineering (Mechanical, Environmental, Building Services)
Environmental Science

Make your mark at BRE!
Help BRE make buildings safer and more sustainable!
BRE aims to be the world's leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century, we have provided government and industry with cutting-edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment. Through science-led solutions to urgent challenges, we will build a thriving and sustainable world.
BRE Benefits
At BRE, we offer a competitive salary, reviewed annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, well-being, and career development.
Financial & Security Benefits
Pension scheme - 5% employer-matched contributionLife assurance - 4x your basic salaryEnhanced maternity package

Health & Wellbeing
HealthPartners cashback scheme - Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and moreOnsite facilities - Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at-cost EV charging points

Career Development
Learning & development - Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platformProfessional membership reimbursement

For full details on our benefits, visit: BRE Employee Benefits
Work Location Options
Mostly Remote - This role is primarily home-based, with occasional travel to our head office in Watford for planned meetings once per month.

Note to Employment Agencies
At BRE, we value the relationships we have built with our preferred recruitment partners. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from employment agencies. Any CVs submitted directly to a BRE employee or hiring manager without a signed BRE Employment Agency Agreement and an active engagement for the specific role will be considered unsolicited. In such cases, no fees will be payable should the candidate be hired through this or any other means.
Equal Opportunities Statement
BRE is an equal opportunity employer. We assess all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics.
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Locations

Glasgow

Remote status

Hybrid

Yearly salary

32,000 - 34,000

Employment type

Full-time
About BRE
BRE contributes to a thriving and sustainable world by developing science-led solutions to built environment challenges. Our vision is to be the world-leading innovation, science, and data hub for the built environment. We're ambitious in terms of quality and global scope. We want governments and commercial markets to recognise us and demand our services, products and solutions. We want to be world-class, innovative, science-led and provide solutions.

Founded in

1921

Co-workers

500+