BREEAM Assessor

Penguin Recruitment; Willenhall; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability consultancy in the UK is looking for an experienced BREEAM Assessor. The role offers full-time hours with a hybrid work model, allowing you to work on diverse commercial and residential projects. The ideal candidate will be a licensed BREEAM Assessor with at least 2 years of experience, strong report-writing skills, and project management abilities. This opportunity includes professional development, medical insurance, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Structured training and professional development

Company-provided equipment

Private medical insurance

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in delivering BREEAM assessments within a consultancy environment.
• Strong knowledge of BREEAM methodology, evidence requirements, and BRE processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver BREEAM assessments across various schemes.
• Manage projects from feasibility through to final certification.
• Provide early-stage sustainability and BREEAM strategy advice to clients.

Skills

Licensed BREEAM Assessor

Report-writing skills

Communication skills

Project management

Job description

BREEAM Assessor

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

Penguin Recruitment are 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 pathways
• Company-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

القياس

• 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 în? 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.