Principal Sustainability Consultant

PEBBLE RECRUITMENT LTD; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in Manchester is seeking an experienced Principal Sustainability Consultant to lead sustainability strategies across significant UK and European projects. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant subject and experience in LCA and carbon management. The position offers competitive salary, annual bonus, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme

27 days holiday + bank holidays

Matched pension contributions

Private medical insurance & life assurance

Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Relevant experience delivering sustainability solutions within the built environment.
• Proven track record in LCA, carbon management, and sustainability certification schemes.
• Experience working across project stages from concept to post-occupancy is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of embodied carbon assessments and life cycle assessments.
• Develop circular economy strategies and prepare Circular Economy Statements.
• Manage sustainability certifications, supporting projects through all RIBA stages.

Skills

LCA (Life Cycle Assessment)

Carbon management

Communication Skills

Project Management

Sustainability Certification Schemes

Education

Degree in Environmental Design, Architecture, Engineering, or Sustainability

Tools

BREEAM

WELL

LEED

HQM

Fitwel

Job description

Principal Sustainability Consultant | Manchester

Competitive Salary Plus Benefits | Permanent

Ref : DB077

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking an experienced Principal Sustainability Consultant to join their growing team of environmental and building performance professionals. This role is offering the chance to shape and deliver sustainability strategies across landmark UK and European projects.

If you are passionate about whole-life carbon, circular economy, and delivering low‑carbon, high‑performance buildings, and ready to mentor others while working with forward‑thinking clients, this could be the next big step in your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of embodied carbon assessments and life cycle assessments (LCAs) in line with GLA and BREEAM requirements
• Develop circular economy strategies and prepare Circular Economy Statements for planning submissions
• Contribute to or lead decarbonisation plans for existing and new buildings
• Manage sustainability certifications (e.g. BREEAM, WELL, LEED, HQM, DREAM, Fitwel), supporting projects through all RIBA stages
• Facilitate client workshops and stakeholder meetings to communicate sustainability goals and technical requirements
• Write clear and concise technical reports, ensuring outputs are of a consistently high standard
• Support the development of internal tools, frameworks, and methodologies
• Mentor and guide junior sustainability consultants
• Take responsibility for project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation

About You

• A degree in a relevant subject (e.g., Environmental Design, Architecture, Engineering, Sustainability)
• Relevant experience delivering sustainability solutions within the built environment
• Proven track record in LCA, carbon management, and sustainability certification schemes
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in client‑facing roles
• Strong project management experience, including financial oversight
• Passion for innovation, low‑carbon design, and creating positive environmental impact
• Experience working across project stages from concept to post‑occupancy is highly desirable

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays
• Matched pension contributions
• Private medical insurance & life assurance
• Flexible / hybrid working arrangements
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Interested? Please email your CV to Dina Bunkheila or contact (phone number removed) | (phone number removed)