Senior Sustainability Consultant
11 days ago
London
Senior Sustainability Consultant (BREEAM & Whole Life Carbon) £40,000 - £60,000 | Hybrid - Great Flexibility | London (Multiple Offices) Overview Our client is a well-established and highly regarded building services consultancy, known for delivering innovative and sustainable MEP design solutions across a range of sectors. With a strong focus on energy efficiency and low-carbon design, they have built a reputation for high-quality delivery and long-standing client relationships. Backed by a collaborative team and excellent staff retention, they are now looking to expand their sustainability offering, seeking a Sustainability Consultant to support growth in BREEAM, Whole Life Carbon, and Building Physics. Benefits • Competitive salary, with flexibility based on experience (indicative range: £40,000 - £60,000+)., • Hybrid working model, offering a balance between office and remote work., • Opportunity to work with a highly respected consultancy known for its engineering excellence and commitment to sustainability., • Supportive and collaborative work environment with a focus on professional development and career progression., • Exposure to a diverse range of projects across multiple sectors, including residential and non-domestic., • Chance to play a key role in shaping the company's sustainability services and capabilities.Day-to-Day, • Conduct BREEAM assessments and provide guidance to project teams on achieving certification., • Perform Whole Life Carbon assessments and provide recommendations for reducing carbon impact., • Collaborate with engineers, architects, and clients to embed sustainability into project designs., • Support the development of internal processes and tools to enhance the delivery of sustainability services., • Attend project meetings, both in-person and virtually, to provide sustainability input and updates., • Work from the London office at least 1-2 days per week, with flexibility to work from home or other office locations (Oxford or Manchester) as needed.Responsibilities, • Lead and manage BREEAM assessments for both residential and non-domestic projects, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and certifications., • Provide expertise in Whole Life Carbon (WLCA) analysis, supporting the delivery of low-carbon and sustainable design solutions., • Collaborate with internal teams and clients to integrate sustainability principles into project designs., • Support the development of in-house capabilities in WLCA and Building Physics, reducing reliance on outsourced services., • Contribute to the preparation of sustainability reports, presentations, and client proposals., • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in sustainability and energy efficiency., • Mentor and upskill team members in sustainability practices, particularly in WLCA and BREEAM.Qualifications, • Proven experience in delivering BREEAM assessments (essential)., • Strong expertise in Whole Life Carbon (WLCA) analysis (essential)., • Experience with Building Physics and IES software (desirable, but highly advantageous)., • A relevant degree in sustainability, environmental science, engineering, or a related field., • Strong understanding of energy efficiency, low-carbon design, and sustainable building practices., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. Apply today to join a forward-thinking consultancy that values innovation, sustainability, and employee growth.