Senior Sustainability Consultant

ZipRecruiter; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Sustainability Consultant to deliver environmental assessments and develop innovative strategies for projects. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience within the built environment and a passion for sustainable design. Benefits include a 9-day fortnight, private medical insurance, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

9 day fortnight working pattern

Access to career development and technical training

Private medical insurance

Stock options

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Up to 30 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in sustainability or engineering consultancy required.
• Knowledge of BREEAM, WELL, and Circular Economy Principles is essential.
• Ability to mentor junior team members and collaborate effectively is needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver environmental and wellbeing assessments from design to completion.
• Conduct embodied carbon calculations and provide consultancy.
• Support R&D initiatives to advance industry standards.

Skills

Experience in the built environment sector

Strong technical foundation in sustainability

Excellent communication skills

Education

Relevant degree in engineering or environmental science

Tools

Energy Performance Modelling (IES VE)

Whole Life Carbon Assessments

Job description

Overview

Senior Sustainability Consultant – Location: Cambridge

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 plus DOE

A multi-award winning engineering consultancy is seeking a driven and passionate Senior Sustainability Consultant to join their team in Cambridge. You will be responsible for delivering environmental and wellbeing assessments (such as BREEAM, WELL, HQM, etc.) from early design through to completion and post-construction stages.

Responsibilities

• Embodied carbon calculations and circular economy consultancy
• Building performance simulations, including operational energy forecasting and overheating analysis
• Collaborate closely with clients to develop and implement innovative sustainability and energy strategies for both new and existing developments
• Support the development and mentoring of junior team members by sharing expertise in consultancy, workstream management, and project planning
• Take part in R&D initiatives that keep the firm at the forefront of the industry - includes opportunities to engage in sector-wide research, contribute to best practice guidance, and shape industry standards

What we’re looking for

• Experience working within the built environment sector, ideally in a sustainability or engineering consultancy
• A relevant degree in engineering, environmental science, or a related discipline
• A strong technical foundation paired with a passion for sustainable design and innovation
• Knowledge and experience in: Energy Performance Modelling (IES VE), Whole Life Carbon Assessments (embodied carbon, OneClick LCA), Net Zero Carbon Strategies, Environmental and Wellbeing assessments (BREEAM, WELL) and Circular Economy Principles
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment

Benefits

• 9 day fortnight working pattern
• Access to career development and technical training
• Private medical insurance
• Stock options
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Up to 30 days annual leave

If you’re serious about sustainability and ready for a new challenge in a forward-thinking, industry-leading team—we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or reach out to Katie Davison at Aztrum recruitment for a private and confidential conversation