Senior Sustainability Consultant

Energy Vault; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AESG is seeking a Senior Sustainability Consultant in London to join their team, focusing on sustainable design and energy efficiency. The role involves managing projects, conducting assessments, and developing sustainability strategies across diverse sectors. Ideal candidates possess a degree in a related field and have proven experience in sustainability consulting.

Benefits

Access to diverse projects

Structured training and mentorship programs

Team-building fitness activities

Healthy work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sustainability consulting within the built environment.
• Strong awareness of sustainability topics, such as climate change adaptation.
• Ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct building performance assessments to optimise sustainability outcomes.
• Develop and implement sustainability strategies across various sectors.
• Mentor and support junior consultants in their professional development.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Energy modelling

Building performance simulations

Sustainable building certifications (e.g. BREEAM Assessor)

Job description

AESG is an international specialist consultancy, engineering, and advisory firm, with offices across the Dubai, Riyadh, London, Cape Town, Sydney, Cairo and Singapore dedicated to help solve our clients greatest challenges, through collaboration, innovation, and advanced technical solutions. With unparalleled experience, gained from working on hundreds of projects, our multi-disciplinary team of Architects, Planners, Engineers, Scientists, Modelers and Project Managers work alongside our clients to deliver effective solutions that stand the test of time.

Job Description:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Sustainability Consultant to join our growing team. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, from cutting-edge new developments to large-scale retrofits, helping to shape the future of sustainable design and energy efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sustainable building practices and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

The ideal candidate fits the below profile:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach
• Committed to technical excellence
• Ability to build strong relationships both internally and externally
• Adaptable and solution-oriented

Key Responsibilities may include:

• Conduct building performance assessments and energy modelling to optimise sustainability outcomes.
• Develop and implement sustainability strategies for projects across various sectors.
• Manage multiple projects independently, ensuring efficient delivery within time and budget constraints.
• Provide expert guidance on sustainability frameworks and certifications such as BREEAM, LEED, WELL, Passivhaus and NABERS.
• Work closely with clients and stakeholders to promote sustainable design and operational strategies.
• Contribute to thought leadership and industry best practices through research, reports, and presentations.
• Mentor and support junior consultants in their professional development.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Degree in a relevant field (e.g. Sustainability, Environmental Engineering, Building Physics, Architecture, Energy Management, or related discipline).
• Proven experience in sustainability consulting or a similar role within the built environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Awareness of broader sustainability topics, such as governance, reporting, climate change adaptation, and behaviour change.

Experience should include proficiency in at least one of the following areas:

• Energy modelling and building performance simulations.
• Sustainable building certifications, e.g. BREEAM Assessor.
• Life cycle analysis and carbon footprint assessments.

Why join AESG?

AESG is a multidisciplinary specialist consultancy, offering a consultancy service and work environment like no other.

Through our world-class reputation for innovative thinking, pushing projects to out-perform expectations through smart application of planning, engineering, and architectural solutions, our project portfolio includes some of the world's most forward-thinking and exciting new developments.

The success of our company is built on the success of individuals. Our ability to achieve what we have is because our staff are driven, passionate, and love what they do.

Through our progressive, lively, and collaborative environment, we identify, foster, and nurture the greatest strengths of our staff, and allow them the opportunity to flourish by offering positions of responsibility at an early stage and providing clear career progression pathways for all.

As an employee of AESG, you can expect:

• Great career opportunities with access to a huge variety of projects and incredible clients make your mark in a growing company and accelerate your career.
• Working on some of the worlds leading developments and tackling our client's greatest challenges
• Commitment to building on your areas of specialism and focal interest points, supporting your professional development through a structured training and mentorship program.
• Highly collaborative approach across the different technical service offerings
• Internal and external training opportunities where do you want to take your career? Well, help you get there!
• Promotion of the importance of the health and well-being of the team, including team-building fitness activities, social events, and the provision of a healthy work environment