Principal Consultant

Job Title

Principal Consultant - Energy Management & Sustainability

About ZENEMS

ZENEMS is a leading energy efficiency, sustainability, and decarbonization solutions firm, empowering organizations across the world to accelerate their Net Zero transition.

With deep expertise in Energy Efficiency, Water Management, ESG, GHG accounting, and clean technology deployment, ZENEMS blends strategy with execution to deliver measurable impact.

By offering tailored solutions, implementation, and ongoing monitoring, we are eliminating industry fragmentation by providing businesses with a single-window solution for their energy transformation journey.

Working as partners, not just consultants, ZENEMS supports organizations in accelerating their transition to a low-carbon, sustainable future.

Role Summary

ZENEMS is seeking a seasoned Principal Consultant to lead and manage its energy efficiency and sustainability engagements across the spectrum of industries. This is a high-impact role requiring deep domain expertise and leadership capability.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in leading audits, project execution, and sustainability reporting, and will play a critical role in guiding ZENEMS' clients toward measurable Net Zero goals.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and conduct comprehensive energy audits as per BEE guidelines.

- Identify and recommend actionable and cost-effective energy efficiency and decarbonization interventions.

- Oversee the preparation of detailed energy audit reports and present strategic insights to client stakeholders.

- Provide technical mentorship to audit teams and ensure best practices in data collection and analysis.

- Guide implementation of ISO 50001 Energy Management Systems across client facilities.

- Conduct materiality assessments and develop sustainability reports aligned with GRI, CDP, and other leading frameworks.

- Demonstrate a strong understanding of industrial utilities, process optimization, and emerging technologies in the energy space.

- Leverage advanced data analytics to drive insight-led performance improvement and measurable impact.

- Manage client engagements, from initiation through delivery, with ownership, professionalism, and strategic clarity.

Qualifications & Certifications

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Energy Engineering - Mandatory.

- BEE Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) - Mandatory.

- ISO 50001 Lead Auditor - Preferred.

- ISO 14064 Lead Verifier - Bonus.

- Minimum 10 years of experience in energy management, industrial audits, and/or sustainability consulting.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Why Join ZENEMS?

- Contribute meaningfully to India's net zero transition journey

- Work with a passionate, purpose-driven team

- Gain exposure to cross-sectoral projects and leading industrial clients

- Be part of a high-growth ecosystem with potential for long-term wealth creation