Principal Sustainablity Consultant

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Bournemouth is seeking a Principal or Associate Sustainability Consultant specializing in energy strategies. This role involves leading energy-focused projects, managing a dynamic sustainability team, and delivering impactful environmental assessments. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in the built environment and relevant technical skills. Enjoy a flexible working environment, extensive professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive package including private medical cover

Access to professional development and technical training

Flexible working environment including hybrid options

Stock options

Up to 30 days annual leave

Qualifications

• You have a strong technical foundation in energy performance and building design.
• You possess a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of energy and sustainability strategies.
• Manage large-scale projects and mentor junior team members.
• Undertake modelling and analysis including energy use, overheating, and embodied carbon.

Skills

Experience in the built environment sector

Strong knowledge of energy strategies and net zero carbon planning

Proficiency in Building Regulations Part L assessments

Skills in dynamic modelling for thermal comfort and overheating risk

Experience supporting planning submissions and environmental assessments

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

Principal or Associate Sustainability Consultant (Energy Focus) – Bournemouth or Reading – Full-Time | Permanent

Join a forward-thinking, people-first engineering consultancy that’s shaping the future of sustainable design across the built environment. With a strong national presence and a reputation for technical excellence, this organisation is committed to delivering intelligent, planet-conscious solutions that make a real impact.

This is a rare opportunity to take a senior role within a dynamic sustainability team, leading energy-focused strategies on high-profile projects and contributing to industry innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of energy and sustainability strategies
• Manage large-scale projects and mentor junior team members
• Undertake modelling and analysis including energy use, overheating, and embodied carbon
• Deliver environmental assessments (e.g. BREEAM, WELL, HQM)
• Support planning submissions and stakeholder workshops
• Contribute to fee proposals, resource planning, and project reporting
• Engage in research and development to stay at the forefront of industry knowledge

About You

You’re passionate about sustainability and have a strong technical foundation in energy performance and building design. You enjoy working collaboratively, leading projects, and influencing positive change.

Requirements

• Experience in the built environment sector
• Strong knowledge of energy strategies and net zero carbon planning
• Proficiency in Building Regulations Part L assessments (Elmhurst and IES)
• Skills in dynamic modelling for thermal comfort and overheating risk
• Experience supporting planning submissions and environmental assessments
• A degree in a relevant field and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Why Join?

• Be part of a nationaly respected sustainability team with a culture of innovation
• Enjoy a flexible working environment, including hybrid options and a 9-day fortnight
• Access extensive professional development, mentoring, and technical training
• Benefit from a comprehensive package including private medical cover, EV schemes, stock options, and up to 30 days annual leave
• Work on projects that matter – from residential and commercial developments to cutting-edge renewable infrastructure

Ready to make a difference?

Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.