Senior Sustainability Consultant

Rework Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in sustainability is seeking a Senior Sustainability Consultant in London to develop and deliver strategic sustainability solutions for high-profile projects. Responsibilities include advising clients on sustainability implementation, managing certification processes, and coordinating projects. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant degree and at least 3 years’ experience in sustainability consultancy. This role offers a salary of up to £60,000, annual bonuses, flexible working arrangements, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus and company share scheme

Flexible and hybrid working arrangement

25 days holiday plus purchase option

Private healthcare and dental insurance

Paid professional development courses

Cycle to work scheme

Subsidised gym and fitness memberships

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in a relevant subject.
• At least 3 years’ experience in built environment sustainability consultancy.
• Ability to communicate and influence effectively.
• Experience in sustainability coordination in design and construction.

Responsibilities

• Work with key clients to deliver sustainability services.
• Coordinate and deliver sustainability projects.
• Advise on sustainability implementation in building design.
• Manage expertise relating to certifications (BREEAM, LEED, WELL).
• Undertake Whole Life Carbon modelling.
• Support training of junior team members.

Skills

Communication

Influencing

Sustainability coordination

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in Sustainability, Architecture, Engineering, or Environmental Management

Tools

BREEAM

LEED

WELL certification

Job description

Senior Sustainability Consultant

Up to £60,000 plus bonus and benefits

London (with hybrid working)

Would you like to join a global leader in built environment consultancy as a Senior Sustainability Consultant, providing strategic sustainability consultancy and design solutions for high-profile projects and landmark buildings across the UK and Europe?

As a sustainability expert you will support and advise a wide range of clients in relation to their built environment projects and real estate assets, offering tailored sustainability services and strategies which could include Net Zero Carbon roadmaps, Life Cycle Assessments, Circular Economy studies, BREEAM, LEED and/or WELL certifications etc.

You will also be joining a consultancy that is renowned for supporting, progressing, and developing their staff, boasting a fantastic company culture and a collaborative and supportive working environment. You will have the freedom to work from home on a flexible schedule, receive reward and recognition for your achievements, and be provided with structured professional development training and career progression opportunities to Principal and Associate level.

Role

Reporting into the Associate Director, as Senior Sustainability Consultant you will join the Global Division in developing and delivering sustainability consultancy assignments from inception through to completion for a wide‑range of clients and project types, depending on your skillset and experience.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with key clients to understand their needs and deliver an excellent service
• Act as Senior Sustainability Consultant to successfully coordinate and deliver sustainability projects and achieve their specific outcomes
• Advise on the implementation of sustainability into building design, construction and operation, including climate resilience, healthy and sustainable materials, whole life carbon and social value.
• Manage or provide expertise relating to BREEAM, LEED and/or WELL certification, circular economy and sustainable material procurement, post occupancy evaluation, occupier wellbeing etc.
• Maintain a broad understanding of sustainability and climate change issues benchmarking systems as they relate to the built environment
• Undertake Whole Life Carbon and/or Life Cycle Cost modelling to recommend Embodied Carbon solutions for new and existing buildings.
• Share your knowledge across the practice and support the training of more junior members of the team.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in a relevant subject including Sustainability, Architecture, Engineering, Environmental Management etc.
• At least 3 years’ experience within built environment sustainability consultancy.
• Effective at communicating, influencing, and embedding sustainability within a project team.
• Experienced in delivering sustainability co‑ordination in design and construction, compliance, and certification (BREEAM, WELL or LEED).
• A good understanding of sustainable development issues as they relate to the built environment.
• Ability to create, build and manage client relationships.

Reward

• Basic salary of up to £60,000
• Annual bonus and company share scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangement
• 25 days holiday with the option to purchase additional
• Private healthcare, dental insurance, life assurance, accident cover etc.
• Paid for professional development courses and industry memberships
• Cycle to work scheme and interest free season ticket loan
• Subsidised gym, fitness memberships and social events
• Structured career progression within a global business

If you are interested in the Senior Sustainability Consultant position please APPLY NOW!

Applications encouraged from professionals with experience as Architect, Sustainability Consultant, Senior Sustainability Consultant, Sustainability Engineer, Sustainability Manager, Sustainability Modeller, Environmental Consultant, Environmental Engineer etc.