Lead Carbon Architect for Net-Zero Built Environment

Purosearch; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Purosearch is seeking a Principal Carbon Lead to manage client relationships and lead technical assessments on Whole Life Carbon and embodied impacts for built environment projects in Central London. This hybrid role requires hands-on use of One Click LCA and strong project management across multiple sites and stakeholders.

The successful candidate will drive technical outputs, ensure compliance with UK standards (RICS WLC, LETI, Net Zero), and mentor junior analysts while coordinating

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience using One Click LCA for building life cycle assessments.
• Deep understanding of Whole Life Carbon (WLC) and Embodied Carbon methodologies within the UK built environment sector.
• Proven track record of managing external client relationships and delivering presentations to key project stakeholders.
• Strong project management with the ability to manage commercial aspects and timelines.
• Based in or within easy commuting distance of London; hybrid attendance at London office/sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead Whole Life Carbon and Embodied Carbon assessments across all RIBA project stages using One Click LCA.
• End-to-end delivery of sustainability deliverables across multiple concurrent building projects.
• Act as the primary technical contact for clients, translating carbon data into actionable design advice.
• Ensure client projects meet major UK reporting standards and targets (RICS WLC, LETI, UK Net Zero).
• Mentor junior and mid-level carbon analysts within the team.

Skills

Whole Life Carbon

Embodied Carbon

Client Management

Project Delivery

Tools

One Click LCA

Job description

Purosearch is seeking a Principal Carbon Lead to manage client relationships and lead technical assessments on Whole Life Carbon and embodied impacts for built environment projects in Central London. This hybrid role requires hands-on use of One Click LCA and strong project management across multiple sites and stakeholders.

The successful candidate will drive technical outputs, ensure compliance with UK standards (RICS WLC, LETI, Net Zero), and mentor junior analysts while coordinating