Principal Sustainability Consultant

ZipRecruiter; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent sustainability consultancy based in London is seeking a Principal Sustainability Consultant to lead large-scale projects with high-profile clients. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in sustainability consultancy, a passion for making an impact, and strong leadership skills. This role offers a hybrid working model, generous benefits including private medical insurance and company stock options, and the opportunity to work on innovative projects.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

9-day fortnight

Generous holiday allowance

Private medical insurance

Access to company stock options

Regular social events

Qualifications

• 7–8+ years’ experience in sustainability consultancy, ideally in the built environment.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale sustainability projects for high-profile clients.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior team members.
• Manage environmental assessments from concept to completion.

Skills

Knowledge of Building Regulations Part L

Understanding of Net Zero carbon principles

Experience with IES or Elmhurst software

Thermal comfort assessment

Leadership in sustainability consultancy

Excellent communication skills

Passion for sustainability

Job description

Overview

Principal Sustainability Consultant – Location: London. Salary: Starting at £55,000 + (dependent on experience). Join one of the UK’s most respected sustainability consultancies as a Principal Sustainability Consultant based in London. The company is recognised for its collaborative and cross-disciplinary approach, offering services across sustainability, building services, acoustics, and more.

Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of large-scale sustainability projects for high-profile clients.
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring to junior team members.
• Managing environmental assessments (BREEAM, WELL, HQM) from concept to completion.
• Delivering in-depth analysis and modelling – including embodied carbon, circular economy opportunities, overheating, and building performance.
• Facilitating workshops and engaging with clients and design teams to integrate sustainability into every phase.
• Ensuring projects meet deadlines, quality standards, and client expectations.

What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)

• In-depth knowledge of Building Regulations Part L, and experience with IES or Elmhurst software.
• Strong understanding of Net Zero carbon principles and strategies.
• Experience delivering thermal comfort and overheating assessments.
• Ability to support sustainability elements in planning applications.
• 7–8+ years’ experience in sustainability consultancy, ideally in the built environment.
• A proven ability to lead teams and successfully manage complex projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A true passion for sustainability and making a measurable impact.

What’s in It for You

• Hybrid working model for better work-life balance.
• 9-day fortnight – enjoy a day off every other week.
• Exciting, industry-leading projects with innovative clients.
• Generous holiday allowance to help you recharge.
• Private medical insurance for your peace of mind.
• Access to company stock options – share in the success.
• Regular social events and professional networking opportunities.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your sustainability career and want to be part of a company that’s shaping the future of sustainable development, we’d love to hear from you. For a confidential conversation, contact Katie Davison at Aztrum.