SENIOR ENERGY ENGINEER CANDIDATE INFORMATION PACK
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The University of Exeter estate comprises over 360,000m² of academic, research, administrative, commercial, residential accommodation and renewable energy infrastructure on 430 acres of land across Devon and Cornwall. The University has ambitious plans to continue to develop its estate and infrastructure, including a bold commitment to invest in sustainable buildings and infrastructure to support its goal of becoming a Net Zero University by 2030. The Senior Energy Engineer is a member of the Sustainability Team. Based within the Finance, Infrastructure and Commercial Services Division, the Sustainability Team are a major contributor to delivering on the University’s Strategy 2030 commitment to ‘lead meaningful action against the climate emergency and ecological crisis.’ The team has responsibility for delivering on the University’s net zero and net environmental gain targets and this job will assist managing with the work relating to reducing scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions. The newly created role is responsible for the development and delivery of scope 1 and 2 carbon reduction projects that make a major contribution to achieving the University’s net zero target. They champion and promote the benefits of a low-carbon design across the University. The role holder also assists the Head of Carbon and Energy to identify, implement, monitor and review strategies, policies and projects to reduce the University’s carbon emissions and utility consumption.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ABOUT STRATEGY 2030 NET ZERO BY 2030 THE ESTATE CAMPUS LOCATIONS JOB DESCRIPTION PERSON SPECIFICATION WORKING AT UNI OF EXETER APPLICATION PROCESS
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STRATEGY 2030
The University of Exeter will use the power of education and research to create a sustainable, healthy and socially just future. Their shared purpose and vision will continually move them forward to make a difference to their people, communities, partners, and to the world around them. In order to fulfil their purpose and lead the change for the future of the world, they have created Strategy 2030. In the next decade University of Exeter will build on their strong interdisciplinary culture to:
• Lead meaningful action against the climate emergency and ecological crisis.
• Make key breakthroughs to transform human health and wellbeing.
• Lead the progress towards creating a fair, socially just and inclusive society.
ABOUT
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The University of Exeter combines world-class research with excellent student satisfaction, from campuses in Exeter and Cornwall. They are one of the very few Universities to be both a member of the Russell Group and have a Gold award from the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). Their success is built on a strong partnership with their students and a clear focus on high performance. The University has over 25,000 students from 130 countries and over 125,000 alumni in 183 countries providing their academic community of staff, students and visiting researchers with a truly global experience and a diverse, inclusive environment. Their strategic partnerships across the world bring together leading academics and the resources of outstanding Universities to deliver transformative impact in key global
challenges such as global sustainability and wellbeing.
Research is at the heart of everything the University does and is making a difference across the world. They unite expertise from across academic disciplines, breaking down barriers to create innovative solutions to complex, global challenges. Recent breakthroughs to come out of their research include using drone surveys and computer modelling to plot extreme arctic erosion, improving diagnosis and treatment for cancer and diabetes and developing a 7-point plan to battle the climate emergency via economic reform.
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RESPONDING TO THE CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRISIS
THE ESTATE
The University of Exeter has committed to leading meaningful action against the climate emergency and ecological crisis. This includes achieving carbon net zero across all scopes by 2030 and pursuing a policy of environmental net gain. The University’s Environment and Climate Emergency Policy Statement aims ‘to integrate carbon and environmental management into all University processes and to maximise the influence of the University in reducing its footprint through education and research, its operations and ambitions’. Exeter performs well in three independent sustainability league tables: THE Impact 2023 (18th Global); QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2024 (30th Global); People & Planet University League 2023/24 (21st UK). The Sustainability Team facilitates projects, initiatives and activities to embed sustainability into university culture and achieve our sustainability commitments.
The Infrastructure Decarbonisation Masterplan (IDM) sets out how the University will reduce its scope 1 and 2 emissions on its estate. A detailed programme of works to 2030 is currently being developed taking account of deliverability and estimated cost and carbon savings. Alongside the development of this programme, the following projects are currently underway: • Wind turbine at Penryn: initial feasibility has identified the potential for two 900Kw turbines with a capital expenditure of £3.4 million generating 500 tonnes carbon saving per year. • Rollout of rooftop PV programme. • Duryard PV array: delivery of a 1MW PV array with private wire to Streatham campus. • Heat decarbonisation: feasibility underway considering three options for delivering low carbon heat. • Roll out of a lighting replacement programme.
The University of Exeter estate comprises over 360,000m² of academic, administrative, commercial and residential accommodation on 430 acres of land in Exeter, Penryn and Truro. Their campus locations span both Devon (Exeter) and Cornwall (Truro and Penryn) across the beautiful South West of England. The University of Exeter was awarded Green Flag status to it’s Penryn, Streatham and St Luke’s Campuses. They are acknowledged as the most beautiful and botanically interesting of any UK University. Streatham Campus is described by The Times as the ‘best- gardened campus in Britain’ and by The Independent as having a ‘sublime’ setting. The Streatham Campus is a registered botanical garden that is home to specialist plant collections including the National Collection of Azara in co- operation with Plant Heritage and the National Council for the Conservation of Plants and Gardens. For a drone tour of the Streatham campus click the video. below.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
College/Service:
FICS – Sustainability Team Senior Energy Engineer
Post:
Grade:
G
Reporting To:
Head of Carbon and Energy
Responsible For:
N/A
Job Description: The Senior Energy Engineer is a member of the Sustainability Team. Based within the Finance, Infrastructure and Commercial Services Division, the Sustainability Team are a major contributor to delivering on the University’s Strategy 2030 commitment to ‘lead meaningful action against the climate emergency and ecological crisis.’ The team has responsibility for delivering on the University’s net zero and net environmental gain targets and this job will assist managing with the work relating to reducing scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions.
Main purpose of the job The Senior Energy Engineer is responsible for the development and delivery of scope 1 and 2 carbon reduction projects that make a major contribution to achieving the University’s net zero target. They champion and promote the benefits of a low-carbon design across the University. The role holder also assists the Head of Carbon and Energy to identify, implement, monitor and review strategies, policies and projects to reduce the University’s carbon emissions and utility consumption. Main duties and accountabilities • Lead the early feasibility and RIBA Stage 1/2 design of scope 1 and 2 reduction projects. • Identify, develop, plan and maintain a programme of scope 1 and 2 projects in conjunction with the Carbon and Energy Team and Estates Services. • Be Project Manager on minor and major multi-disciplinary projects with responsibility for delivering projects on time and to the required quality. • Working closely with colleagues and consultants, assist in the planning, development and implementation of a long-term Infrastructure Decarbonisation Masterplan. • Lead the development of smart building
engineer solutions to minimise energy consumption across university building and energy infrastructure. Communication and Liaison • Develop high quality relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels. • Be the lead energy engineering expert within the Sustainability Team, collaborating with Estates Services and external consultants in the development of scope 1 and 2 carbon reduction projects. • Collaborate with the Building Management Systems Engineers within Estate Services in reviewing control strategies and developing improvement plans to reduce energy consumption.
Analysis and Reporting • Undertake detailed energy and carbon analysis of energy infrastructure projects indicating long term impact of the electricity and gas network. • Establish and monitor key performance indicators and regularly review performance against external benchmarks. • Production of reports and papers for senior management seeking approval for project progression and funding.
• Recommend financial plans and budgets, to ensure effective delivery of the University’s net zero commitments. • Identify opportunities to fund sustainability projects through external sources, coordinates and prepares bids and manages successful outcomes. • Responsible for effective management of individual project budgets. • Manage procurement to ensure value for money for the University. Problem Solving • Prioritise competing demands and proactively manage large workloads and busy schedules whilst liaising closely with senior management and external contacts to keep them informed of any progress or changes to arrangements. • Resolve conflict arising from controversial issues with project stakeholders as well as other internal and external colleagues. • Provide specialist advice and support to colleagues across the University on energy efficiency and low carbon solutions.
People Management • Matrix management of project teams
including external consultants and contractors. • Deputise for the Head of Carbon and Energy when required. This job description summarises the main duties and accountabilities of the post and is not comprehensive. The post-holder may be required to undertake other duties of similar level and responsibility.
Decision Making • Responsible for the development and
implementation of multi-disciplinary projects and project programmes and is expected to make all necessary decisions commensurate with their management. Planning and Organising Resources • Plan the implementation of individual projects (minor and major) and other multi-disciplinary project programmes.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Attainments/Qualifications Essential: • A degree or equivalent in building services or other related engineering subject. Desirable: • Membership of a relevant professional body, for example, Hold chartered status with relevant qualification such as MCIBSE or MIMechE Skills and Understanding Essential: • Knowledge and enthusiasm for low carbon engineering solutions and renewable energy issues. • Good working knowledge of Building Regulations, relevant statutory legislation and codes of practice, CDM regulations, JCT and other standard forms of contract and NES and other standard technical specifications. • Ability to communicate clearly with excellent oral, numeric and written communication skills. • The ability to develop new systems of work, policies and procedures and to be able to ensure that they are properly adopted and implemented by relevant parts of the University. • Proven ability to negotiate and secure effective and ambitious objectives to deliver change. • Significant project management experience including demonstrating the ability to plan and manage multiple tasks and projects. • Excellent computer skills with experience in use of Microsoft excel, project and access, design simulation modelling and CAD. • Ability to use own initiative to progress and achieve objectives.
Desirable: • In depth knowledge of Building Management Systems
Prior Experience Essential: • Significant experience in building services engineering. • Extensive experience delivering zero/low carbon projects. • Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment and working effectively leading and participating as a member of multi- disciplinary teams. • Experience of managing and controlling budgets. Behavioural Characteristics Essential: • The ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. • Strong interpersonal skills including motivational, negotiating and networking. • A decision maker
To help achieve their vision of being one of the world’s leading universities, the University of Exeter want to build a world class workforce. WORKING AT THE UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Top 150 in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023.
Top 50 in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2022. 3
Why not join them on their journey?
The University of Exeter offers an outstanding set of benefits for colleagues including generous annual leave (41 days inclusive of bank holidays and closure days) and flexible working. Other benefits include: • Pension salary exchange scheme (USS and ERSS) for further information click here. • The University is committed to sup- porting staff who maintain carer responsibilities alongside their job, therefore offer maternity, paternity and adoption leave. • There are nurseries on both the Streatham and Penryn Campus, as well as a childcare voucher scheme; • Pool bike scheme to help travel sus - tainably to and from meetings across campuses; • Cycle to work and bus pass schemes • All campuses are well-served by state of the art fitness centres. Other op- portunities to promote wellbeing in - clude community challenge days, and special interest groups. • A confidential 24 hour counselling and advice service • Chaplaincy Staff at the University of Exeter, wheth- er based at the campuses in Devon or Cornwall, benefit from living in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. With stunning scenery, outstanding quality of life, and increasingly excellent economic prospects, the South West has cemented its reputation as one of the very best plac - es to live, work, and study in the UK.
Top 15 in the Guardian University Guide 2022 and The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.
Top 50 in the Times Higher Education (THE) Most International Universities in the World 2022.
99.3% of our research is rated of international quality 1 in REF 2021 with 12 of our subjects in the Top 10 for world-leading impact. 2
30,000 students from more than 150 countries.
In touch with over 155,000 alumni in 183 countries.
6,700 staff from more than 100 countries.
Runner-up for the University of the Year award in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.
A world-class, research-intensive University.
For further information on the benefits on offer, click here.
APPLICATION PROCESS
For a confidential conversation please contact our advisors Michael Hewlett (michael.hewlett@mrgglobal.com ) or Matthew Giles (matthew.giles@mrgglobal. com ) of The Management Recruitment Group.
Applications should consist of a comprehensive CV and a covering letter.
Applications should be sent to michael.hewlett@mrgglobal.com
Closing date for applications is Sunday 11th February 2024.
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