Graduate Energy Engineer

About the role

In this role, you will support the delivery of energy and sustainability services across a portfolio of commercial buildings, primarily offices and retail sites. You will carry out on-site energy surveys, analyse utility consumption data, and produce clear, evidence-based reports identifying opportunities to reduce energy use, costs, and carbon emissions. The position also involves coordinating Automatic Meter Reading installations and working closely with clients, facilities managers, and contractors to improve building performance.

What matters most in this role

Success in this role requires strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate technical findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders. You should be comfortable working both with data and in operational building environments, confident asking questions on site, and able to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy. An interest in energy management standards, building systems, and practical problem solving will support your development in this role.

What matters most in this role

Your primary focus will be on supporting senior staff in delivering accurate, practical energy assessments that provide clear value to clients. Through high-quality site surveys, robust analysis of energy data, and well-structured reports, you will identify realistic opportunities to improve building performance, reduce costs, and support sustainability goals.

You will work closely with facilities managers, contractors, and internal teams, so strong communication skills, professionalism on site, and the ability to build rapport are essential. A curious, proactive approach and willingness to develop technical knowledge will help you adapt to evolving building technologies and energy standards while contributing effectively to the team.

⎼Conduct on-site energy surveys of commercial buildings,

⎼Inspect building services plant such as HVAC systems, lighting, and controls

⎼Analyse half-hourly electricity consumption data to identify trends, anomalies, and savings opportunities

⎼Prepare clear, evidence-based energy audit reports with practical recommendations

⎼Support the coordination and project management of Automatic Meter Reading installations

⎼Liaise with facilities managers, contractors, and site teams to gather operational information

What we expect of you

We’re looking for someone with strong organisational skills who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team. You should be comfortable managing multiple tasks, prioritising workload, and maintaining accuracy while working to deadlines.

Confidence working in operational building environments and engaging professionally with facilities managers and contractors is important.

You will bring solid analytical ability and proficiency in Excel, along with a basic understanding of building services such as HVAC systems and controls.

An interest in energy efficiency, sustainability, and how commercial buildings operate will be key to your success. Attention to detail, a practical mindset, and a willingness to learn on the job will help you develop quickly in this role.

Why Workman?

Hybrid working to offer you a great work life balance, with a minimum of three days in the office.

Core working hours to allow for added flexibility and helps ease your commute to the office.

Study support (where applicable)

Discretionary annual bonus and salary reviews.

Healthcare, life insurance & wellness programme.

Long service additional holidays, your birthday off and an extra day between Christmas and New Year.

Lifestyle benefits to suit you: gym membership, cycle to work, buy and sell holiday to name just a few.

Social events throughout the year including a firm wide Christmas party!

Generous referral bonus.

About Workman

As the UK’s leading independent commercial property management specialist, Workman has an enviable position within the property industry.

We are proud of our longstanding relationships with many of our clients, some of whom we have worked with for more than 25 years. Our clients include leading institutional and sector-specialist investors, private property companies, public sector bodies and a growing number of overseas investors.

We pride ourselves on the calibre of our employees and their unique skill sets.

 For more information on working for Workman please visit our website: WORKMAN.CO.UK/OURPEOPLE

Equal opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer, and it is our policy to recruit a diverse workforce and follow the guidelines of the Equality Act 2010.

This job description does not form part of your contract of employment and the duties may be amended from time to time.