LCA Consultant - Embodied Carbon & Net-Zero Strategy in London)

Penguin Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability consultancy in London seeks an experienced LCA Consultant focused on embodied carbon and net-zero strategies. This pivotal role involves delivering LCAs, leading project delivery, and advising clients on sustainability frameworks. Join a collaborative team making a significant impact on the built environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible and hybrid working options

Clear progression within a collaborative team

CPD support and opportunities for learning

Involvement in innovative net-zero projects

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in embodied carbon and LCA methodology.
• Proven experience delivering LCAs in line with EN 15978 and GLA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver detailed LCAs for construction and infrastructure projects.
• Lead the team's efforts on embodied carbon reporting and reduction strategies.

Skills

Embodied Carbon

Life Cycle Assessment

Sustainability

Technical Reporting

Education

Environmental Engineering

Architecture

Tools

OneClick LCA

eTool

SimaPro

GaBi

Job description

LCA Consultant - Embodied Carbon & Net-Zero Strategy

London

£50,000 - £65,000

CTJ89

A leading sustainability consultancy is seeking an experienced LCA Consultant to join their London team. This is a pivotal role focused on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and embodied carbon, offering the chance to shape low-carbon strategies across high-profile built environment projects.

With growing emphasis on GLA, BREEAM, and wider net-zero carbon requirements, this role calls for someone with a deep understanding of embodied carbon to lead project delivery and guide clients through evolving sustainability frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

* Deliver detailed LCAs for construction and infrastructure projects using tools such as OneClick LCA, eTool, or similar

* Lead the team's efforts on embodied carbon reporting, reduction strategies, and regulatory compliance

* Support Whole Life Carbon (WLC) assessments aligned with GLA and RICS methodologies

* Advise on circular economy principles, materials selection, and decarbonisation opportunities

* Contribute to sustainability certifications (BREEAM, LEED, WELL) through accurate carbon assessments

* Stay ahead of net-zero and carbon legislation, supporting clients with strategic insight

Key Skills & Experience:

* Strong technical expertise in embodied carbon and LCA methodology

* Proven experience delivering LCAs in line with EN 15978, RICS WLC guidance, or GLA requirements

* Proficiency in LCA software (OneClick, eTool, SimaPro, GaBi, etc.)

* Solid understanding of BREEAM, LEED, or similar certification processes

* Ability to lead and mentor team members, manage client relationships, and deliver technical reports

* Background in sustainability, environmental engineering, architecture, or related discipline

Benefits:

* Competitive salary and benefits package

* Flexible and hybrid working options

* Clear progression within a collaborative and forward-thinking team

* CPD support and regular opportunities for learning and development

* Involvement in some of the UK's most innovative net-zero and sustainability projects