Principal/Senior Sustainability Consultant (BREEAM)

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal/Senior Sustainability Consultant, where you'll lead BREEAM services and contribute to a net-zero future. This role offers the chance to manage complex projects, engage with diverse clients, and develop innovative sustainability strategies. With a focus on collaboration and personal growth, you'll be part of a supportive team dedicated to making a positive environmental impact. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a culture that values diversity and inclusion. If you're passionate about sustainability and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Health Benefits

25 Days Holiday (+ Extra)

Early Friday Finish

Flexible Benefits

Qualifications

• Ambitious, self-motivated, and enthusiastic with a proven project delivery track record.
• Experience with Part L modelling and LCA assessments, managing teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead BREEAM project delivery and manage Part L and LCA assessments.
• Communicate sustainability requirements and produce reports for clients.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Client Relationship Management

BREEAM Assessment

Analytical Skills

Education

Relevant Degree (BEng/BSc or higher)

BREEAM Assessor Qualification

Tools

IES Software

Spacemaker AI

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

BlueBeam

Job description

Principal/Senior Sustainability Consultant (BREEAM), Newcastle upon Tyne

This is an outstanding opportunity to join our highly influential Smart Energy and Sustainability team.

From local authorities to universities, and from masterplan developers to hotel chains, we’re proud to be shaping the approach that organisations are taking to decarbonisation and a net-zero future.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Senior or Principal Sustainability Consultant to lead and grow our BREEAM services and team in Newcastle city centre.

You’ll be part of our collaborative UK-wide team, developing and delivering complex projects.

We value enthusiasm and a passion for sustainability and offer flexible working arrangements to support diverse backgrounds and personal circumstances.

Responsibilities:

• Leading BREEAM project delivery with support from senior team members.
• Managing Part L, Energy Strategies, and LCA assessments.
• Managing your workload to meet project deadlines.
• Reviewing project details and setting sustainability targets.
• Assessing documentation against targets and providing feedback.
• Maintaining projects via the evidence tracker.
• Communicating sustainability requirements internally and externally.
• Producing reports and guidance for clients and teams.
• Attending site visits to review progress.
• Monitoring project performance and updating trackers.
• Assisting in bids and proposals.
• Engaging with skills networks and contributing to team meetings.
• Completing training to become a certified BREEAM assessor / AP.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Ambitious, self-motivated, enthusiastic.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Thorough understanding of the construction industry and environment.
• Project management and client relationship skills.
• Proven project delivery track record.
• Experience with Part L modelling (TAS preferred) and LCA (Oneclick preferred).
• Experience in developing and managing teams (Principal/Associate level).
• Business development skills.

Desirable Attributes:

• Knowledge of building performance modelling software (e.g., IES, Spacemaker AI).
• Technical ability in energy, renewables, environmental science.
• Analytical skills across scales (buildings to cities).
• Experience in presenting analytical data clearly.
• Knowledge of planning, impact assessments, sustainability policies.
• Understanding of structural engineering, architectural design, materials.
• Experience producing Environmental Product Declarations.
• Qualifications in PAS standards, embodied carbon methodologies.
• Leadership and product development capabilities.
• Graphic design skills (Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, BlueBeam).
• Relevant degree (BEng/BSc or higher), qualified BREEAM assessor.

About Smart Energy & Sustainability:

We help clients achieve cheaper, cleaner, reliable energy, and maximize environmental value through various studies, renewable development, and carbon management.

Our team blends engineering and consultancy expertise, delivering diverse project inputs from inception onward.

Why Hydrock (now Stantec):

We are a multi-disciplinary engineering firm committed to sustainability, recognized with awards like Building’s Engineering Consultant of the Year 2023, and involved in award-winning projects.

What We Offer:

• Supportive colleagues, career progression, skill development.
• Health benefits, 25 days holiday (+extra), early Friday finish, flexible benefits.

Inclusion & Diversity:

We promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, supporting all employees with a fair and safe environment, accommodating physical or neurodiverse conditions.

Next Steps:

Apply via our careers site. If shortlisted, expect a phone pre-screen, followed by a video or in-person interview. Stay updated by connecting with us online.