Alternative Heat Ltd
Head of Design - Decarbonisation
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Head of Design - Decarbonisation
Head of Design - Decarbonisation (Application Deadline: 10 July 2026)
Job Overview
As part of our mission to drive the transition to renewable and low-carbon energy solutions, we are excited to announce an opportunity for a Head of Design to join our Design team in Birmingham. This pivotal role will shape the future of sustainable energy delivery across a diverse portfolio of public and commercial sectors.
About the Organisation
We specialise in providing fully integrated design, build, and operational solutions for commercial energy centres and large-scale district heating schemes. With extensive experience delivering projects for public sector clients across the UK and Ireland, we take pride in our long-standing relationships, acting as trusted partners and supporting clients throughout their net-zero journey.
Position Details
Job Title: Head of Design - Decarbonisation Location: Birmingham Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9am–5pm; Friday, 9am–3pm Salary: Competitive (depending on experience) Reports To: Head of Building Services – UK
Role Overview
The Head of Design – Decarbonisation will lead a multi-disciplinary in-house design team to develop compliant, commercially viable, large-scale decarbonisation solutions for commercial and public sector buildings across the UK and Ireland. The role involves:
- Providing technical and strategic leadership on net-zero building services design.
- Ensuring robust, buildable, and aligned solutions that meet client, regulatory, and funding requirements.
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Key Responsibilities
Design Leadership and Strategy
- Lead the full project lifecycle for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) design strategies for decarbonisation projects.
- Oversee development from opportunity assessment and options appraisal through to concept and detailed design.
- Manage and mentor a multidisciplinary MEP design team with expertise in:
- Heat pumps
- Electrification
- District energy systems
- Renewable energy integration
- Controls optimisation
- Demand management
Technical Governance & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with UK and Irish regulations and industry standards.
- Provide technical assurance and robust design governance.
- Continuously improve design tools, methodologies, and digital workflows.
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Collaboration & Influence
- Work closely with commercial, delivery, and operational teams to translate sustainability objectives into performance targets.
- Develop net-zero roadmaps and business cases.
- Maintain expertise in emerging technologies, policy developments, and carbon reporting frameworks.
Performance & Quality Assurance
- Establish and monitor design performance KPIs to drive quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
- Align design goals with client and stakeholder expectations.
About You
While not explicitly defined in the original text, implied key qualities for the role include:
- Strong leadership and ability to mentor multidisciplinary teams.
- Deep expertise in building decarbonisation, net-zero design, and energy solutions.
- Proficiency in compliance frameworks and cutting-edge technologies.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills across disciplines.
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