Graduate Carbon Specialist - Decarbonisation

Kier Group; Manchester; Remote; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group is seeking a Graduate Carbon Specialist to join the Sustainability and Climate team. Based in a flexible base location with 40-hour weeks, the role focuses on decarbonisation and sustainability assessments for buildings and infrastructure.

The programme runs 2 years and leads to an assistant level role with salary potential around £38k. Starting salary is £31,000 per annum, with September 2027 as start date.

Qualifications

• Graduate in 2027 or within the past 3 years.
• Degree in Environmental or Sustainability field.
• Full driving licence.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking with attention to detail.
• Interest in environmental management and the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Support carbon assessments for buildings and infrastructure (Whole Life Carbon).
• Contribute to carbon management plans and sustainability assessments.
• Assist with green building certification assessments (BREEAM, LEED, NABERS, WELL).
• Participate in stakeholder engagement sessions and workshops to promote sustainability and carbon reduction.
• Support bid preparation and technical challenges.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Learning mindset

Driving licence

Environmental sustainability

Education

Environmental or Sustainability degree

Tools

BREEAM

LEED

NABERS

WELL

Job description

Kier Group is seeking a Graduate Carbon Specialist to join the Sustainability and Climate team. Based in a flexible base location with 40-hour weeks, the role focuses on decarbonisation and sustainability assessments for buildings and infrastructure.

The programme runs 2 years and leads to an assistant level role with salary potential around £38k. Starting salary is £31,000 per annum, with September 2027 as start date.