Graduate Sustainability Consultant (BREEAM) in Chester)

Penguin Recruitment; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is looking for a Graduate Sustainability Consultant passionate about sustainable building design. This role involves assisting BREEAM assessments, collaborating with design teams, and contributing to high-impact sustainability projects. The successful candidate will receive mentorship and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Mentoring and structured graduate development programme

Support towards professional qualifications

Opportunity to work on high-impact sustainability projects

Flexible hours

Dynamic team culture

Qualifications

• Degree in environmental or related fields is essential.
• Strong interest in sustainable construction and methodologies.
• Familiarity with BREEAM or similar frameworks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver BREEAM assessments from pre-assessment to post-construction.
• Liaise with design teams and clients to meet sustainability targets.
• Prepare BREEAM documentation and reports.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Architecture, or Engineering

Job description

Graduate Sustainability Consultant (BREEAM)

Chester

£28,000 - £30,000

CTJ33

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Sustainability Consultant to join our client's growing Sustainability team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate with a passion for sustainable building design and performance, particularly within the framework of BREEAM certification.

Key Responsibilities

* Assist in the coordination and delivery of BREEAM assessments from pre-assessment to post-construction stages.

* Liaise with design teams, contractors, and clients to gather evidence and ensure sustainability targets are met.

* Support in the preparation of BREEAM documentation, reports, and submissions to BRE.

* Stay up to date with changes in environmental legislation and BREEAM requirements.

* Conduct sustainability research and contribute to environmental impact strategies.

* Participate in site visits and meetings to monitor and advise on sustainability compliance.

* Work collaboratively with other sustainability disciplines such as energy modelling, embodied carbon analysis, and circular economy principles.

Requirements:

* A degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Architecture, Engineering, or a related discipline.

* Strong interest or academic background in sustainable construction and environmental assessment methodologies.

* Familiarity with BREEAM or similar sustainability assessment frameworks (e.g., LEED, WELL, HQM).

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Strong organisational and time management abilities.

Benefits:

* Mentoring and structured graduate development programme.

* Support towards professional qualifications (e.g., BREEAM AP, CIBSE, IEMA).

* Opportunity to work on award-winning, high-impact sustainability projects.

* Hybrid working environment with flexible hours.

* A dynamic and supportive team culture.

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