BREEAM Assessor

Penguin Recruitment; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established sustainability consultancy is seeking an experienced BREEAM Assessor to join their expanding team. This permanent role offers remote working and the opportunity to work on diverse projects across the UK. Responsibilities include delivering BREEAM assessments, managing projects, and providing sustainability advice. Applicants should be licensed BREEAM Assessors with a minimum of two years' experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects independently.

Benefits

Structured training and professional development

Private medical insurance

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company-provided equipment

Qualifications

• Licensed BREEAM Assessor with at least 2 years' consultancy experience.
• Strong understanding of BREEAM methodology and BRE processes.
• Excellent report-writing and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver BREEAM assessments for various development schemes.
• Manage projects through to final certification.
• Provide sustainability strategy advice to clients.

Skills

Licensed BREEAM Assessor

Report writing

Communication

Project management

Job description

BREEAM Assessor

Location: Remote
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time, permanent

Penguin Recruitment is representing a well‑established and fast‑growing sustainability consultancy within the built environment, who are seeking an experienced BREEAM Assessor to join their expanding sustainability team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of commercial and residential projects across the UK while benefiting from flexible, remote working.

What's Offered

• Structured training and ongoing professional development with clear progression pathwaysCompany-provided equipment (laptop, phone).
• Private medical insurance.
• Professional memberships and BREEAM re‑licensing costs covered.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Regular team days and industry networking events.
• Strong long‑term career prospects, including senior and management‑level roles as the team grows.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver BREEAM assessments across various schemes, including Commercial, Residential, Education, and Mixed‑Use developments.
• Manage projects from feasibility through to final certification.
• Provide early‑stage sustainability and BREEAM strategy advice to clients and design teams.
• Prepare BREEAM reports, evidence trackers, and technical submissions.
• Liaise with BRE, clients, architects, contractors, and local authorities.
• Support design teams in achieving targeted BREEAM ratings cost‑effectively.
• Review technical drawings, specifications, and design information for compliance.
• Contribute to internal process improvements and best‑practice guidance.
• Support and mentor junior sustainability consultants and assessors.

Requirements

• Licensed BREEAM Assessor (any current scheme).
• Minimum 2 years' experience delivering BREEAM assessments within a consultancy environment.
• Strong knowledge of BREEAM methodology, evidence requirements, and BRE processes.
• Excellent report‑writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.

Desirable

• BREEAM AP qualification or willingness to work towards it.
• Experience with additional sustainability services (EPCs, SAP/SBEM, Energy Statements).
• Knowledge of UK Building Regulations and planning policy.
• Experience supporting Net Zero, Whole Life‑Cycle Carbon, or ESG reporting.

Interested in this or any other Sustainability and Energy roles, please do not hesitate to contact Caitlin Richards.

This is a permanent role.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.