2026 Graduate Sustainability Consultant - Manchester

Hoare Lea; Manchester; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Stock options

Up to 30 days of annual leave

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy based in Manchester is seeking a Graduate Sustainability Consultant. This role offers the chance to develop sustainability skills while assisting teams with energy strategies and environmental assessments. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering, Architecture, or the Built Environment, along with enthusiasm for teamwork and sustainability. The position also provides access to various professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment focused on work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in Engineering, Architecture or the Built Environment.
• Knowledge of BREEAM, WELL, Whole Life Carbon, Energy Modelling is desirable.
• Good communication skills and enthusiasm for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Undertake building performance simulations and energy workstreams.
• Support development of holistic Sustainability Strategies.
• Assist in environmental assessments from design to completion.
• Support environmental assessments (BREEAM, WELL, HQM) from design stages to completion.
• Assist in whole-life carbon reporting and Net Zero strategies.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Knowledge of sustainability principles

Energy modelling awareness

Education

Degree in Engineering, Architecture or Built Environment

Tools

BREEAM

WELL

Energy Modelling

Job description

2026 Graduate Sustainability Consultant - Manchester

Hoare Lea is a human‑centric and planet‑conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and beyond.

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem‑solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.

We are committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. Joining Hoare Lea gives you the opportunity to participate in our 9‑day fortnight scheme, thrive in community groups, enjoy social and networking events, and benefit from extensive professional and technical development schemes. Our benefits package includes private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.

About The Role

As a Graduate Sustainability Consultant you’ll learn a wide range of energy and sustainability skills while helping internal teams deliver sustainability tasks across projects.

You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Undertake building performance simulation and energy‑related workstreams, using a range of modelling approaches, tools and techniques.
• Develop energy strategies with clients to lead sustainability innovation on a series of developments.
• Support the development of holistic Sustainability Strategies, where necessary.
• Assist in the delivery of environmental assessments (e.g., BREEAM, WELL, HQM) from early design stages through to completion.
• Develop an understanding of whole‑life carbon reporting to support clients’ Net Zero Carbon strategies.
• Communicate and engage with clients, design teams and contractors on projects, with opportunities to visit sites during construction phases.
• Engage in industry research, development studies and authoring industry guidance through national design commissions and influential industry bodies.

Why Work For Us?

• Collaborate with the industry’s best, working with a wide range of built‑environment specialists.
• Be part of progressive and exciting projects across all sectors.
• Advance your career at your pace, thanks to our structured Career Paths framework.

About You

• Educated to degree level in Engineering, Architecture or the Built Environment.
• Knowledge or awareness of one or more of the following is desirable: BREEAM, WELL, Whole Life Carbon, Energy Modelling, sustainability governance and reporting, climate change adaptation, behaviour change.
• Good communication skills and enthusiasm for working within a team environment.
• Commitment to sustainability and a desire to contribute to a dynamic, progressive firm.

How To Apply

Complete a CV profile and submit your application. Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this graduate role. Only candidates already authorised to work in the UK will be considered.

Adjustments and Accommodations

If you need any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Flexible Working

We are committed to enabling a healthy work‑life balance and welcome flexible working arrangements, including part‑time, term‑time‑only and remote working.

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