Jobs
- North England
BMS Project Engineer
£60,000 - £65,000Chronos Energy are looking to recruit a BMS Project Engineer with a passion for delivering high-quality controls solutions from concept to completion? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where technical excellence meets commercial awareness? If so, we want to hear from you.
Our client are an energy services company who decarbonise large buildings and estates.
The Role
You’ll take ownership of BMS projects across their full lifecycle from design and specification, through tendering and commercial review, to project delivery and handover.
Working within a multi-disciplinary environment, you’ll lead on controls design, manage subcontractors, support work-winning teams, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
What You’ll Be Doing
Leading solution design, surveys, audits and BMS specifications
Producing accurate, compliant and costed controls designs
Managing subcontractors and third-party specialists
Supporting tenders with clear, competitive proposals
Coordinating with MEP consultants and internal teams
Overseeing commissioning, witnessing, and client handover
Ensuring compliance with CIBSE, BSRIA, CDM and electrical safety regulations
Acting as the key interface between client, designers, subcontractors and IT teams
You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering major upgrades, refurbishments, and new-build projects ensuring seamless integration of control systems into a common head end.
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience delivering BMS/controls projects in multi-disciplinary teams
Strong client-facing and subcontractor management skills
Experience in costed design, tendering and commercial evaluation
Knowledge of control networks, remote communications and system integration
Commissioning and/or maintenance experience
Solid understanding of industry regulations and safety standards
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London Area Chronos Energy are working with a leading property management agent who oversee 108 energy centres and numerous Heat Networks. They are currently hiring a Building Services Heat Decarb Engineer to help meet the incoming Heat Networks regulations, as well as making operational efficiency improvements. The role will also focus on the wider portfolio of residential buildings.
Role
The Building Service Heat Decarb Engineer will ensure that existing buildings and assets comply to HNTAS. As part of the technical team, you will be responsible for operational excellence across the UK.
You will be responsible for reviews, survey and assessments, ensuring HNTAS compliance. This will include energy centres, plantrooms and metering infrastructure. The role will include being a subject matter expert for all M&E systems. Managing assets through contractors, ensuring operational performance.
You will contribute to the internal process to enhance building & asset performance. Develop asset improvements plans, maintenance strategies & operational standards.
Experience
Mechanical or Electrical educational background
Strong knowledge of M&E systems
Experience with Heat Networks/district heating systems
Experience with operational performance of M&E assets/Buildings
- Scotland
Business Development Manager
Competitive SalaryChronos Energy have partnered with a Low Carbon Energy Developer who are currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager in Scotland. The company are going through an ambitious growth stage, looking to triple their revenue in the coming years.
The Business Development Manager position is a key role, in a region that has fantastic potential for growth. The role involves strategic planning, lead development, all the way up to financial close, delivering Low Carbon Heat infrastructure to housing developers. This is fantastic opportunity for an ambitious character who wants to grow their career.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute commercial sales strategy
Identify business opportunities, managing sales pipeline
Develop proposals, respond to tenders
Manage client relationships, ensuring technical & commercial solutions are appropriate
Negotiate commercial terms
Collaborate internally with technical, financial & commercial teams
Experience
Knowledge of new build housing market
Strong network in the new build housing sector
Knowledge and experience of Low Carbon Heat sector
Skilled relationship manager and negotiator
Experience of responding to tenders
Ability to manage long sales cycles
- North UK
Electrical Design Engineer
£60,000 - £80,000We are looking for a driven Electrical Design Engineer with proven experience in LV and/or HV distribution systems to join our client's growing team in the energy services sector. If you thrive on delivering practical, buildable designs in live environments - this could be your next move.
The Role
You’ll play a key role in the end-to-end development and delivery of electrical designs, working across:
Energy centres
Transformers
CHP systems
Solar PV
Standby generation
Heat pumps
DNO electricity distribution connections
From analysis and concept design through to installation, commissioning, and O&M, you’ll take ownership of projects that deliver real-world energy and carbon savings.
You’ll collaborate closely with mechanical and controls engineers, support energy audits with practical solutions, and ensure designs are safe, compliant, and deliverable within live operational environments.
What You’ll Be Doing
Developing outline and detailed electrical designs
Reviewing consultant and subcontractor specifications
Managing client approvals and third-party compliance
Liaising with District Network Operators (DNOs)
Ensuring compliance with ENA Engineering Recommendations (P28, P29, G5, G99, G100)
Leading technical discussions to resolve complex challenges
Supporting sustainable, efficient systems of work
Participating in site surveys, inspections, and stakeholder meetings
Managing projects, people, and resources
What We’re Looking For
BSc or BEng in Electrical Engineering
3–5+ years’ commercial experience, ideally within Energy/SME environments in live buildings
Strong experience with LV/HV systems, transformers, CHP, solar PV, heat pumps, on-site generation & protection
Knowledge of CIBSE, HTMs, HBNs, BS 7671, Building Regulations
Experience working with ENA Engineering Recommendations
- London Area
Energy Engineer
£50,000 - £65,000Chronos Energy are supporting their client, a well known energy services company in the low carbon heat sector, to recruit an Energy Engineer.
In this role you will be supporting the full life cycle of the projects particularly the design, construction verification and post completion savings. You will collaborate with external and internal design teams to develop buildable designs that mitigate construction and operational risks, execute energy savings and deliver solutions on time.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Delivery of Investment Grade Audits (IGA) and Proposals (IGP).
Assisting the preparation and submission of funding applications, including Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) applications.
Energy modelling and feasibility studies.
Carrying out non-intrusive site audits to identify measures for savings such as lighting, HVAC, metering, fabric, central plant, infrastructure, and renewables.
Analysing and interpreting data and providing outputs such as benchmarking, load profile review, and regression.
Determining the potential carbon and energy savings, costs, and payback for energy measures.
Writing, developing and preparing detailed energy audits/studies including solicitation and summary of sub-contractor pricing, economic analysis, and technical specifications.
Liaising with clients, technical teams, suppliers, and contractors.
Keeping up to date with the latest regulations and guidance.
Working on client sites at various locations throughout the UK.
The above list is not exhaustive and can change due to business requirements.
Knowledge, Skills, Education & Experience
Bachelors Degree in an Engineering field, preferably Energy Engineering.
Professional Membership with the Energy Institute or similar would be advantageous.
Substantial and proven commercial experience ideally within an energy performance contractor or energy consulting working on live environments and existing sites.
Experience in delivering Energy Performance Contracts, energy auditing, report writing and developing output for both high level and investment grade audits.
A good understanding of energy conservation measures and the process to deliver studies accordingly.
Experience within engineering design and construction, systems operation and maintenance, energy modelling, report writing, and solution development.
Enthusiasm to learn and keep up to date with energy policies and sector relevant legislation and guidelines.
Proven project management experience.
Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure to deadlines.
- London Area
Head of Engineering
£85,000 - £95,000Chronos Energy are looking to recruit a Head of Engineering for their client, a market leading developer of Heat Network/District Heating schemes.
This is a highly technical role and requires a thorough understanding of district heating and cooling schemes, alongside an excellent level of knowledge in associated regulations for such schemes and funding mechanisms to support them.
The role includes managing a team of development engineers supporting the business development of new connections to existing schemes, integration of new technologies to improve scheme performance, and provide the technical input into development of new schemes.
Understanding from basic levels of information at concept stage of what the important technical deliverables are and planning and leading technical workstreams.
To achieve the business demands will involve managing simultaneous workstreams using internal and external technical resources to achieve a high quality technical output.
Managing and leading a team of engineers to ensure agreed budgets and deadlines are achieved, whilst ensuring internal and external communications are maintained
List Primary Duties & tasks
Managing and assessing the feasibility (technical and commercial) of new connections to our district heating networks or stand-alone new district heating schemes.
Manage the team outputs to identify and document technical risks, report, and mitigate / manage across mechanical / electrical systems. Supported as required in non-core field.
Provide good quality analysis, both technically and commercially, of new connections to our existing district energy networks and stand-alone new district energy schemes. Including input into the decarbonisation strategy of existing assets.
Provide accurate Energy analysis of potential district energy systems; assessing peak, annual consumptions and profiles of energy demands of buildings and supply from central plant including impact on CO2 emissions and influence on planning requirements around this. Liaising with our Asset Intelligence and Operational teams, integrating operational data into the analysis of new business.
Managing and providing outputs sizing and specifying heating and cooling generation plant. Liaising with our Detailed Design and Project Delivery teams to integrate our on-site experience around project delivery into new projects.
Techno-economic model development and overall oversight of team output. Working with our Operational, Business Development, Commercial and Financial teams to develop whole lifecycle techno-economic models to optimise both the commercial and low carbon energy solutions for our clients. Communicating these solutions to internal and external customers.
Managing the scoping of external subcontractors technical deliverables & managing delivery of subcontractors in line with quality expectations and expected outcomes.
Leading, mentoring and development of line reports & technically developing the business through knowledge sharing.
The personnel and resource management of the team, from recruitment and inductions through to development plans and appraisals.
Ensure team operate to Project document control & management in line with the company Quality Management System.
Ensure you and your team operate within and adhere to the company policies and procedures
Maintain regular reporting of workload and activity within the team and through line management to ensure efficient use of resources and timely completion of agreed work scopes.
Temporarily stand in for Technical Director on absences when requested.
Success in the role will be defined by:
1. Leadership and team management and development
2. Excellent communication
3. High quality delivery to deadlines and budget
Technical Skills/Experience Required
Meng or equivalent qualification or experience
Chartered Engineer Status or developing towards this in near future
Experience of solution development of low carbon energy systems in the built environment. Experience in either concept design, feasibility study development, energy and sustainability work, energy efficiency projects and/or energy systems modelling,
Experience of presenting at exec level.
Strong analytical skills and interest in problem solving, both technically and commercially.
Excellent planning capability and experience of managing priorities and deliverables
Knowledge of M&E building services design, in relation to district energy systems central plant, buried network and within residential blocks
A working knowledge of relevant CIBSE Guides, British Standards, BSRIA and other industry authority publications.
Knowledge of SAP/SBEM, BREEAM assessments and energy strategies
Experience and or knowledge of government funding mechanisms supporting the industry
Good knowledge of Excel and specifically working with energy models and commercial feasibility models
Knowledge and experience of low carbon energy technologies and their integration into district energy networks.
Experience of carbon reduction planning requirements in the built environment would be advantageous
Knowledge of developing Capex, Opex and Repex costings as well as energy and carbon pricing
Experience of managing, leading and developing a team
- England
Principal Electrical Engineer (Heat)
£75,000 - £90,000Chronos Energy are currently recruiting for a Principal Electrical Design Engineer for their client, a market leading District Heating developer in the UK.
You will be responsible for the provision of design, engineering and technical input related to HV and LV electrical systems within the business to ensure the delivery of excellent district energy schemes. The Principal Engineer will be part of the Engineering team. The Engineering team is responsible for provision of detailed technical and commercial services to the to the Business, to ensure that all District Energy Assets, are designed, installed, handed over/adopted and operated to meet company requirements, current Legislation and relevant standards and Codes of Practice.
About the Role
Your key responsibilities are The primary duty will be providing expert input, coordinating and taking responsibility for all electrical design and installation works on a range of projects.
Responsibilities
Delivery of designs and design review of electrical systems within district energy systems at all stages from inception through to commercial operation.
Development of electrical load assessments and electrical system selection strategies.
Supporting the commercial, project delivery and operations teams in management of client and contractor relationships.
Undertaking site inspections, snagging and witness of commissioning for electrical assets being built ahead of adoption or handover from contractor.
Providing advice and assistance to commercial, project delivery and operational teams within and other Teams within throughout the project lifecycle.
Production and regular review/update of reports, calculations, drawings and specifications.
Preparation of project budgets and estimates.
Ensuring that all electrical system designs meet operational requirements and maximise whole life value.
Attend site to perform installation snagging and auditing; witness testing and commissioning; and to verify installations align with specifications or provide recommendations for conformity.
Support the identification and scoping of measures to improve the electrical efficiency of existing district energy systems.
Review of design software used in the development for district energy design and implement Standards and Procedures.
Ongoing development and optimisation of design and inspection tools for district energy design to ensure they remain fit-for-purpose and support compliance with evolving industry regulation.
Provision of guidance to other departments on electrical aspects of district energy related activities, particularly, but not limited to design, adoption, specifications, and other technical matters.
Regular review of technology to ensure compliance with Legislation, and to reduce capital and operating costs.
Managing the design, approvals and handover/adoption process for electrical district energy assets.
Setting roles and priorities for Graduates, Engineers and Intermediate/Senior Engineers within the team for a specific project.
Working with the Engineering Director to ensure continual development of engineering team knowledge and expertise in district energy design and operations.
Supporting professional development of Graduates, Engineers and Intermediate/Senior Engineers within the team.
Undertaking continuing professional development to maintain and enhance knowledge of evolving Industry Standards and Codes of Practice, Health, Safety and Environmental related requirements.
Supporting the Engineering Director in development of strategy of the Engineering team and input to strategy for the wider Business.
Promoting and enhancing the reputation of the businesses within the company and within the industry.
Working in, and produce records as evidence of, compliance with all Safety Health environmental and Quality system requirements.
Support audit activity required to enable continued company accreditations.
Provide accurate quality work within the department and company.
Be readily contactable during normal hours.
Maintain a helpful and informative work environment.
Ensure that all relevant information is recorded accurately and submitted on time.
Comply with the latest company procedures, legislation and industry skills on all aspects of day-to-day work.
Any other duties as deemed appropriate by the Engineering Director.
Qualifications
Professional Membership of an Appropriate Professional Institution (e.g. IET) to at least Associate working towards Chartered Engineering level and/or Masters or Bachelors Honours degree in relevant engineering discipline.
Required Skills
Extensive experience of design and specification of a variety of HV and LV electrical systems for industrial or large scale commercial projects.
District Energy (Construction and Adoption) projects at all stages of project development with multiple stakeholders and complex requirements.
Experience in the use of electrical system design, modelling tools and CAD.
Extensive Knowledge and understanding of electrical Industry Standards, Codes of Practice, Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements and related Legislation.
Experience in line management and professional development of junior engineers.
Preferred Skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Able to produce reports, presentations and other written material to a very high standard and tailored to different audiences.
Commercial awareness and knowledge of project management and contract management procedures.
Ability in stakeholder management, negotiating, influencing and decision making.
- England
Senior Commercial Manager
£70,000 - £78,500Chronos Energy are looking to recruit a Senior Commercial Manager who will provide commercial leadership across District heating/Heat network projects, ensuring robust subcontract negotiation, contract management and cost control. The role safeguards margin, manages risk, and supports predictable project delivery through disciplined commercial governance from procurement through final account. The role will involve travel to sites and office plus working from home.
Responsibilities
Lead subcontract commercial negotiations and contract appointments
Manage project CVRs, forecasts and estimate‑at‑completion
Control variations, compensation events and commercial change
Support Project Managers with cost, risk and cashflow insight
Negotiate and agree subcontract final accounts
Sub-Contract & Supply Chain Commercial Management
Lead the commercial strategy, negotiation and appointment of key subcontract and supply chain packages.
Draft, negotiate and agree commercial terms within NEC, JCT or bespoke subcontract frameworks, ensuring balanced risk allocation and delivery‑aligned incentives.
Maintain strong, professional relationships with subcontractors, promoting collaborative behaviours while protecting the companies commercial position.
Negotiate and agree final accounts in line with contract terms and approved governance.
Support procurement strategy and early engagement with delivery partners to improve cost certainty and market outcomes.
Project Cost Control & Financial Performance
Establish and manage project commercial baselines, CVRs, forecasts and estimates at completion.
Maintain visibility of cost, commitments, change and cashflow throughout the project lifecycle.
Provide commercial analysis and insight to Project Managers and sponsors, highlighting risk, opportunity and required actions.
Ensure timely and accurate valuation, application for payment and subcontract payment processes in collaboration with Finance.
Change, Claims & Final Account Management
Lead commercial change control, including variations, compensation events and claims assessment.
Ensure contractual entitlements are identified early, substantiated properly and managed proactively.
Support dispute avoidance through early resolution, while leading formal dispute processes if required.
Commercial Governance & Risk Management
Apply the companies commercial governance, approval thresholds and controls consistently across projects.
Identify, manage and escalate commercial risks and opportunities through structured reporting and assurance to various stakeholders groups including Executive and Board-level.
Ensure contracts and commercial decisions align with wider business risk appetite and strategic objectives.
Contribute to continuous improvement of commercial templates, standards and ways of working.
Stakeholder Leadership & Mentoring
Act as a trusted commercial partner to Project Managers and senior stakeholders.
Provide guidance and mentoring to junior commercial team members and project staff.
Influence delivery teams to adopt commercially disciplined, outcome‑focused behaviours.
Represent the commercial function credibly within internal and external forums.
Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)
Sub‑contracts agreed promptly with balanced, deliverable commercial terms
Projects delivered within approved cost, margin and change controls
Commercial risks identified early; minimal disputes and value leakage
Qualifications
Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction, Engineering or similar
Significant experience in senior commercial roles within energy, utilities, infrastructure or construction environments and ideally experience of heat networks
Strong working knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contract forms and subcontract structures
Proven experience managing subcontract negotiations, cost control, CVRs and final accounts
Experience of mechanical & electrical engineering projects and contractors.
Professional accreditation desirable (MRICS, MCIPS or equivalent)
Required Skills
Commercially astute with strong judgement and decision‑making capability
Confident negotiator with the ability to influence at senior levels
Calm, structured and resilient under delivery pressure
Clear, pragmatic communicator — able to translate contract detail into delivery reality
Collaborative, firm but fair leadership style
If you are interested please send us your CV
- England
Senior Electrical Design Engineer
£60,000 - £65,000Suitable for candidates based in Manchester, Birmingham, Hatfield
Chronos Energy is looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to support the delivery of high-quality decarbonisation and sustainable retrofit projects. This is an exciting opportunity to lead electrical design across low-carbon systems and sustainable building upgrades, with a competitive salary and benefits package on offer.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Lead electrical design for LV systems, solar PV, battery storage, LED lighting, and smart controls
Deliver designs across RIBA Stages 2–5, including calculations, SLDs, schematics, and technical reports
Coordinate multidisciplinary designs across electrical, mechanical, and energy systems
Manage DNO applications, design risk, QA, and compliance sign-off
Lead client and contractor technical discussions
Mentor junior engineers and support team development
Support bids, scopes of work, and fee proposals
Skills and Experience:
Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
CEng status or working towards
Strong experience in sustainable retrofit and low-carbon technologies
Proven expertise in solar PV, power systems, battery storage, and energy optimisation
Strong knowledge of BS 7671, IET Wiring Regulations, CIBSE, PAS 2035, and UK Building Regulations
Proficiency in AutoCAD and BIM workflows, Revit desirable
If you’re passionate about delivering innovative low-carbon design solutions and would like to know more please contact us