Senior Sustainability Consultant in Sheffield)

Penguin Recruitment; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design practice in Sheffield is seeking a knowledgeable Senior Sustainability Consultant to join their expanding team. The role involves leading sustainability strategies, overseeing environmental assessments, and advising design teams on low-impact solutions. Candidates should have a formal qualification in sustainability or a related field and significant consultancy experience. This position offers a competitive salary and a collaborative working environment with hybrid options.

Benefits

Competitive senior-level salary

Generous holiday allowance

Comprehensive benefits including medical and life insurance

Opportunities for leadership and progression

Collaborative studio environment

Qualifications

• Significant relevant experience in sustainability consultancy.
• In-depth understanding of environmental policy and sustainability legislation.
• Experience leading sustainability workstreams within design teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainability strategies and frameworks development.
• Oversee net zero carbon assessments.
• Manage lifecycle and circularity assessments.

Skills

Environmental assessments expertise (BREEAM, LEED, Ska, WELL)

Strong communication and presentation skills

Ability to mentor and support junior team members

Time management and organizational skills

Education

Formal qualification in sustainability, environmental management or built-environment

Tools

Life cycle analysis tools (e.g., OneClick LCA)

Job description

Senior Sustainability Consultant

Penguin Recruitment are proud to be representing a leading multi-disciplinary design practice celebrated for its expertise in delivering innovative, environmentally responsible solutions across the built environment. They are looking to hire a knowledgeable and motivated Senior Sustainability Consultant to play a key role within their expanding specialist team!

What we offer

• Competitive senior-level salary
• Generous holiday allowance
• Comprehensive benefits package including private medical and life insurance
• Excellent opportunities for leadership, progression and CPD
• Hybrid working arrangements
• A collaborative, inter-disciplinary studio environment

Requirements for applicants

• A formal qualification in sustainability, environmental management or a built-environment discipline
• Significant relevant experience in sustainability consultancy
• Strong track record of delivering environmental assessments including BREEAM, LEED, Ska and/or WELL
• In‑depth understanding of environmental policy, sustainability legislation and best practice
• Experience leading or managing sustainability workstreams within design teams
• Proficiency with life cycle analysis tools such as OneClick LCA
• Experience delivering net zero carbon, circularity and embodied carbon assessments
• Strong technical writing abilities, including complex reports and planning documentation
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence engaging senior stakeholders
• Ability to mentor and support junior team members
• Exceptional organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Duties and responsibilities

You will have the opportunity to lead on a broad portfolio of high-profile projects across workplace, healthcare, education, cultural, heritage, leisure and residential sectors. Responsibilities include:

• Leading the development of sustainability strategies and frameworks
• Overseeing net zero carbon assessments (operational and embodied)
• Managing lifecycle and circularity assessments
• Leading environmental and wellbeing assessments including BREEAM, LEED, Ska and WELL
• Guiding planning documentation such as Sustainability and Energy Statements
• Supporting NABERS, post-occupancy evaluation and building optimisation
• Providing ESG-related consultancy
• Advising design teams to influence proposals and champion low‑impact, healthy, future‑ready solutions
• Supporting business development, thought leadership and internal upskilling initiatives
• Contributing to the company's sustainability strategy and internal environmental management

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional who is passionate about sustainability, enjoys working collaboratively, and is motivated to drive meaningful change across the built environment.

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Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk.

This is a permanent role.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.