Principal Energy Engineer

Principal Energy Engineer – 2‑year Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £59,060 – £66,670 per annum inclusive of all allowances. Market Forces Supplement of £10,000 per annum (discretionary). 28 days annual leave.

Role Overview

The City of London Corporation has adopted a radical Climate Action Strategy that sets out how the organisation will achieve net zero, build climate resilience, and champion sustainable growth over the next two decades. Key objectives include:
• Achieve net zero carbon emissions from our own operations by 2027.
• Achieve net zero carbon emissions across our investments and supply chain by 2040.
• Support the achievement of net zero for the Square Mile by 2040.
• Invest £68m over the next six years to support these goals, with £15m dedicated to preparing the Square Mile for extreme weather events.

You’ll be identifying and advancing energy conservation measures to business case stage and taking ownership of completion. Projects will be delivered either via self‑delivery or by active management and support of colleagues and contractors. Various tools – including energy monitoring software, BMS, and Microsoft products – will be at your disposal. Engagement with your Energy Team colleagues is crucial for supporting the reduction in consumption and cost.

You will actively manage an energy management programme and supporting projects pipeline to ensure momentum and transparent reporting are maintained.

About You

Graduate with demonstrable significant post‑graduate experience at a mid‑senior level in an energy and carbon reduction projects position in an organisation with a large public or private sector estate.

In‑depth and extensive knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services and the solutions that can be applied to improve their efficiency, combined with the ability to understand complex technical issues and communicate effectively at an appropriate level with City of London (CoL) third‑party building and property design and maintenance teams.

Working Conditions

• Full‑time, fixed term.
• Hybrid – expected to be in the office at least 3 days per week or 60% of working time in the office.

Benefits

Competitive salary, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, and a comprehensive package of life‑improving benefits and offers – from interest‑free season ticket and bicycle loans to discounts on health and wellbeing, arts and culture.

Closing Date

12 noon on 16 January 2026.

Equal Opportunities

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications.

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