Principal Energy & Thermal Modelling Consultant

Zest4Talent; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability consultancy in the UK is seeking an Energy and Sustainability Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead projects focused on Whole Life Carbon and Circular Economy principles. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in sustainability consulting, strong leadership skills, and a passion for environmental impact. This role offers a hybrid working model from the London office, competitive salary, and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a sustainability or environmental consultancy role.
• Proven expertise in WLC, Circular Economy, and net zero strategy.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver sustainability projects focused on Whole Life Carbon and Circular Economy.
• Collaborate with developers, architects, and design teams to integrate low-carbon design strategies.
• Provide expert sustainability advice and ensure the highest quality of consultancy delivery.
• Support and mentor junior consultants, sharing knowledge and developing capability within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Sustainability expertise

Circular Economy knowledge

Whole Life Carbon expertise

Job description

Overview

Base pay range: Direct message the job poster from Zest4Talent

Energy and Sustainability Talent Acquisition Specialist (Director) @ Zest 4 Talent and HR Consultancy for Goodhart HR Services

🌿 Senior Sustainability Consultant – Built Environment

Do you want to play a key role in shaping the future of sustainable construction?

Our client is a leading sustainability and compliance consultancy working across residential, commercial, and public-sector developments. With a growing team of over 90 professionals, they deliver innovative solutions that help clients achieve net zero, reduce Whole Life Carbon (WLC), and embed Circular Economy principles across the built environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and deliver sustainability projects focused on Whole Life Carbon and Circular Economy.
• Collaborate with developers, architects, and design teams to integrate low-carbon design strategies.
• Provide expert sustainability advice and ensure the highest quality of consultancy delivery.
• Support and mentor junior consultants, sharing knowledge and developing capability within the team.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a sustainability or environmental consultancy role.
• Proven expertise in WLC, Circular Economy, and net zero strategy.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Based in the UK with the right to work (no visa sponsorship available).
• Comfortable working hybrid from the London office.
• Influence sustainability outcomes across major UK developments.
• Join a respected consultancy known for its collaborative, inclusive culture.
• Work on projects that deliver real environmental impact.
• Be part of a passionate team committed to innovation and positive change.

Send your CV to Matt at [e-mail] or call 07968 441234 for a confidential discussion.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Consulting and Engineering

Industries

• Construction

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