Senior Construction Engineer Job ID: JP054161

Job Title: Senior Construction Engineer
Location: Brussels, Belgium (Fully Remote)
Contract Type: Freelance / Consultancy

We are seeking an experienced Senior Construction Engineer to perform an independent technical assessment of two existing studies related to the future-proofing of a large administrative building in Brussels. The mission focuses on building engineering, energy performance improvements, and compliance with Brussels energy regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct a desk study focused on building envelope performance, electrical installations, and lighting systems (LED retrofits, daylight and occupancy controls)
• Analyse technical documentation, as-built files, inspection reports, and existing engineering studies
• Provide an independent technical evaluation with clear recommendations for short- and long-term investments
• Assess compliance with Brussels regulations and energy obligations (BWLKE, PLAGE, EPB requirements)
• Evaluate measures required to reduce energy consumption toward targeted performance levels by 2040
• Deliver a structured report outlining investment priorities, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Formulate pragmatic assumptions where information is incomplete or missing

Requirements

• Proven experience in construction engineering and renovation projects for tertiary buildings
• Strong expertise in building envelope assessment and thermal performance analysis (U-values, thermal bridges, psi-values)
• Experience evaluating electrical installations and energy-efficient lighting solutions
• Familiarity with Brussels energy regulations and sustainability obligations
• Experience providing independent technical reviews, second opinions, or validation of engineering studies
• Strong analytical, reporting, and stakeholder communication skills
• Dutch proficiency required; English is a plus

Additional Information

• Short-term consultancy assignment estimated at 4–5 working days
• Fully remote engagement
• Ability to deliver concise, independent, and actionable recommendations is essential