Lead Energy Auditor - Kilkenny, Ireland - Lawler Sustainability

Description

Lawler Sustainability is an award-winning multi-disciplinary team of Building Services and Sustainability Engineers HQ'd in Kilkenny, with offices in Dublin and London, and a client base that stretches across Ireland, the UK, Europe, and the Middle East.

We are pioneers in energy and carbon reduction in Ireland, actively engaged in EU Horizon Projects and committed to developing innovative technologies to enhance building performance and reduce environmental impact. Our comprehensive services include Net Zero & Carbon Reduction Roadmaps, ESG Advisory & Reporting, Sustainability & Green Building Rating Systems/Certifications, Grant Consultancy, Energy Auditing, Energy Monitoring & Management, Energy Modelling & Digital Twins. Our contracting division specializes in Energy Performance Contracting (EPCs) to deliver funded building engineering upgrades and integrate renewable technologies.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as the Head of Energy Audit. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in leading and advancing our energy auditing services, contributing to our commitment to sustainable practices and carbon reduction within the built environment, in Ireland and abroad. This role is a critical leadership position within the Lawler Sustainability team, working closely with our directors and other division leads.

As the Head of Energy Audit, you will collaborate with the team to provide an exemplar service to customers and clients wishing to review and reduce their energy consumption, while fulfilling regulatory requirements in line with SI426.

Do you have several years' experience as an energy auditor, with suitable qualifications to assist you in this role? Do you have strong project management skills with experience leading teams to successful project completion? Are you comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels including existing & prospective clients, junior & senior management, and other key personnel? If so, we would love to hear from you.

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Produce SI426 compliant energy audit reports and on behalf of clients, outlining energy, cost & carbon saving opportunities, for a range of building types.
• Conduct site inspections and energy surveys to understand existing energy systems, building services and liaise with client to develop understanding of operations.
• Lead and manage a team of energy auditors, providing guidance and support where necessary to ensure delivery of high-quality energy audits and recommendation reports.
• Lead grant consultancy initiatives, exploring funding opportunities through bodies such as SEAI and Enterprise Ireland for sustainability and energy saving projects relevant to the client's needs.
• Develop detailed project implementation plan and track on a regular basis. Ensure projects are in line with timelines and budgets.
• Weekly updates internally to senior management and externally to clients for ongoing projects.
• Responsible for key account management and maintaining and fostering the client relationship.
• Complete additional training/education where needed/mentor less experienced staff within team.
• Monitor and optimise savings during the performance stages of energy saving contracts via our in-house Lawler Vision monitoring and control system.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulations, and technologies to ensure we are delivering a best-in-class service to all clients.

Required Skills:

• Holder of a Third Level Diploma/Degree in Facilities/Building Services, Mechanical, Electrical, Energy or Sustainability Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
• 6+ years' experience in a relevant field and similar role, preferably conducting energy audits .
• Professional certifications such as Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or equivalent.
• Exceptional technical knowledge of building engineering energy and management systems.
• Capability of managing projects within timelines and budgets; leading team members & delegating tasks where necessary.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with clients and team members.
• Strong customer focus, resourceful problem solver and with initiative, empathetic to client's day to day business problems and frustrations.
• Innovative mindset with a commitment to staying at the forefront of industry advancements.
• Understanding of current and proposed sustainability, energy & carbon emission related legislation (Building and Planning regulations).
• Experience with cost estimates for renewable energy systems..
• Full clean driver's license.

What we're offering:

• An opportunity to build a career and share in the success of Lawler Sustainability
• Private healthcare fully subsidised.
• Great work-life balance.
• Bike to work scheme.
• Great culture and company social club.
• Close working relationship with senior managers and directors.
• Direct exposure to clients.
• Be part of a CIBSE award winning engineering firm.
• Excellent career progression in a company that supports your personal and professional development, through internal and external CPD.
• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Generous annual leave.
• Early finish on a Friday.

We hope to hear from ambitious individuals looking to work in a company which places a great emphasis on their staff and rewards achievement. If you think you fit what we're looking for, do not hesitate to apply today