Associate Sustainability Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Bristol is seeking an Associate Sustainability Consultant to join their Smart Energy and Sustainability team. The role involves collaborating with clients on sustainable design projects, preparing reports, and managing data effectively. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in project delivery and environmental design. The firm values diversity and offers flexible working arrangements and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Competitive Benefits

Health Perks

Flexible Working Options

Holiday Entitlements

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a consultant in project delivery and client engagement.
• Understanding of building environmental design and sustainability practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with client teams on sustainable design initiatives.
• Preparing high-quality reports on energy and sustainability.
• Training junior team members and contributing to business development.

Skills

Sustainability Practices

Project Management

Client Engagement

Education

BEng (Hons)

BSc (Hons)

Tools

IES

Radiance

ApacheSIM

SBEM

Macroflow

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Client:

Hydrock

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Consulting

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

15.05.2025

Expiry Date:

29.06.2025

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Job Description:

Hydrock is recruiting an Associate Sustainability Consultant to join our influential Smart Energy and Sustainability team. You will contribute to developing and delivering complex projects, working with clients such as local authorities, universities, masterplan developers, and asset managers to promote decarbonisation and climate resilience.

We value enthusiasm and inclusivity, offering flexible working arrangements and welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with client teams on sustainable design and energy reduction initiatives, hosting workshops, and attending meetings.
• Identifying impactful decision-making areas and value drivers.
• Preparing high-quality reports on energy, sustainability, and climate change for clients and project teams, supporting planning applications.
• Managing data effectively, including maintaining project databases and calculations.
• Participating in external forums to advance environmental performance quantification standards.
• Training junior team members and contributing to regional business development.
• Developing expertise in environmental modelling and building physics.

Qualifications and experience required:

• A relevant degree such as BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) or equivalent.
• Experience as a consultant in project delivery, client engagement, and project management.
• Understanding of building environmental design and sustainability practices.
• Experience with environmental modelling tools like IES, Radiance, ApacheSIM, SBEM, Macroflow.
• Knowledge of planning policies, particularly GLA requirements, and experience with master planning across asset classes.

Additional attributes that are advantageous:

• Chartership or membership in relevant institutions (e.g., RITP, RIBA, EI, IEMA).
• Knowledge of climate risk assessment, biodiversity net gain, and renewables sector.

About Smart Energy & Sustainability:

We help clients achieve cheaper, cleaner energy and maximize project value through various sustainability services, including net-zero studies, sustainability strategies, environmental assessments, climate risk, and renewable energy development.

Our team, a blend of engineers and consultants, delivers comprehensive project inputs from inception onwards, fostering a lively and collaborative environment.

Why join Hydrock (now part of Stantec):

We are a multidisciplinary firm committed to sustainability, recognized with awards like Building’s Engineering Consultant of the Year 2023 and others for outstanding projects. We aim to improve community and environmental quality through innovative, sustainable solutions.

What we offer:

• Supportive colleagues and career development opportunities.
• Competitive benefits, health perks, and flexible working options.
• Holiday entitlements with buy/sell options and extra days for longevity.
• Early finish on Fridays and opportunities for community engagement.

Our commitment to inclusion:

We promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing a safe, flexible environment and accommodating individual needs through reasonable adjustments.