Senior Sustainability Consultant

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sustainability Consultant to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers the chance to work on impactful projects that contribute to sustainability and energy efficiency, helping to shape a greener future. With a flexible working environment and opportunities for professional development, you will engage with a diverse range of clients across sectors like real estate and healthcare. If you are passionate about sustainability and eager to make a difference, this position provides a unique opportunity to enhance your skills while contributing to important environmental goals.

Benefits

Health insurance

Pension plans

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development programs

Social events

Job security

Long-term career path

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in sustainability roles, with strong communication and report writing skills.
• Experience with BREEAM assessments and sustainability legislation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver BREEAM assessments from planning to certification.
• Lead sustainability projects and present findings to clients.
• Ensure delivery of innovative low-carbon design solutions.

Skills

BREEAM assessments

Energy modelling

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

Sustainability statements

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Report writing skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Senior Sustainability Consultant – London
CTJ42

£48,000 – £57,000

We are looking for a Senior Sustainability Consultant to join our client’s sustainability team, based in central London (with flexibility for remote work two days a week). You will become part of a specialist sustainability, energy, and net zero design consultancy offering strategic and technical advice within the built environment.

Benefits:

• Work on projects that contribute to sustainability, energy efficiency, and net-zero goals, helping to shape a more environmentally responsible future.
• Exposure to a wide range of projects across different sectors (real estate, healthcare, education, infrastructure), giving you a varied and enriching experience.
• Access to professional development programs, training, and support to advance your skills and qualifications in the sustainability and built environment sectors.
• Flexible working arrangements, such as remote work options (two days a week remote work).
• Build relationships with a wide range of clients, from top private and publicly listed companies to universities and government bodies, expanding your professional network.
• Health insurance.
• Pension plans.
• Social events that contribute to both your well-being and professional engagement.
• A work environment that promotes creativity, collaboration, and fun, allowing for both professional success and a positive company culture.
• Job security and a long-term career path.

Responsibilities of the Senior Sustainability Consultant:

• Delivery of BREEAM assessments from feasibility and planning support to certification.
• Energy modelling, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), sustainability & energy statements, and Net-Zero strategies.
• Leading on BREEAM and sustainability projects, developing concepts, writing reports, and presenting to clients.
• Ensuring the successful delivery of innovative sustainable and low-carbon design solutions, meeting quality standards and deadlines.

Essential Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar sustainability role (exceptional candidates with less experience will also be considered).
• Experience with BREEAM assessments through to certification, with BREEAM Assessor and/or BREEAM AP qualification.
• Strong communication, presentation, and report writing skills.
• Knowledge of sustainability-related statutory legislation, standards, and drivers in the construction industry.

If you are interested in this Senior Sustainability Consultant role, please send your CV to [e-mail].