Senior Net Zero Sustainability Consultant.

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in sustainability is seeking a Senior Net Zero Sustainability Consultant in London. The role involves developing strategies for clients to achieve net zero goals, conducting energy audits, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have a relevant degree, strong data analysis skills, and experience in building services engineering. The company offers flexible working arrangements, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to sustainability.

Benefits

Parental leave up to six months on full salary

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Pension contributions and private medical cover

Qualifications

• Knowledge of UK and global net zero frameworks (UKGBC, LETI, SBTi, CRREM).
• Experience with building services engineering and HVAC systems.
• Chartered status or working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing energy and carbon performance data.
• Conducting energy audits and identifying reduction measures.
• Developing decarbonisation roadmaps for international clients.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication of technical information

Education

BEng, MSc or similar in relevant fields

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Senior Net Zero Sustainability Consultant, London

Client: BuroHappold

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 5e2c6eea0536

Job Views: 3

Posted: 19.05.2025

Expiry Date: 03.07.2025

Job Description:

Senior Net Zero Sustainability Consultant is recruiting for a Net Zero Consultant to join our team. Despite global efforts to reach consensus at COP, the world is still facing the stark reality of breaching the °C warming limit. It is clear that we need immediate and deep reductions in carbon emissions across all sectors to avoid catastrophic climate breakdown. We are at the leading edge of the decarbonisation agenda, helping our clients develop strategies to translate their net zero aspirations into action. This role is suited to a candidate deeply committed to delivering on Net Zero and meeting Climate and Biodiversity Emergency Declaration commitments.

Projects you could work on include:

• Delivering a robust net zero carbon and sustainability strategy for a large life sciences laboratory in Europe.
• Designing an all-electric, net-zero energy and water building meeting rigorous criteria for resilience.
• Achieving low operational energy for the Co-operative headquarters in Manchester, with high BREEAM scores.
• Refurbishing a University of Cambridge building with a significant reduction in operational carbon emissions.
• Leading innovative net zero energy strategies like 'Energy trees' with solar panels.

More about the role...

The duties include:

• Analyzing energy and carbon performance data.
• Conducting energy audits and identifying reduction measures.
• Staying updated on net zero policies and legislation.
• Developing decarbonisation roadmaps for international clients.
• Preparing technical reports and communicating complex information.
• Supporting team development and strategic expansion.
• Leading and delivering projects meeting client requirements.
• Mentoring junior team members.

Your skills & experience:

Expected qualifications and skills include:

• BEng, MSc, or similar in relevant fields.
• Knowledge of UK and global net zero frameworks (UKGBC, LETI, SBTi, CRREM).
• Strong data analysis skills, proficiency in Excel.
• Experience with building services engineering, HVAC systems, and decarbonisation measures.
• Ability to communicate technical info effectively.
• Chartered status or working towards it.

Additional advantageous experience includes carbon accounting, energy audits, performance modelling, and project management in the industry.

What we offer:

• Parental leave up to six months on full salary.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Holiday entitlement plus public holidays and flexible leave.
• Pension contributions, private medical cover, and benefits.

We support flexible and part-time working and aim to be inclusive and diverse. Please inform us of any adjustments needed for your application process.

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