Sustainability Consultant

CAP Resourcing LTD; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability consultancy in the UK is seeking a passionate Sustainability Consultant or Senior Consultant. This role offers the opportunity to influence sustainable design practices across high-profile projects while working in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in sustainability consultancy and a background in relevant disciplines such as engineering or environmental science. Enjoy flexible working policies to support work–life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working policies

Supportive and innovative culture

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sustainability or environmental consultancy within the built environment.
• Background in engineering, environmental science, architecture, or related discipline.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape best practices in sustainable design at an industry level.
• Work across major sectors including healthcare, education, and mixed-use developments.

Skills

Experience in sustainability or environmental consultancy

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement skills

Passion for sustainability

Education

Background in engineering, environmental science, architecture

Tools

IES-VE or similar tools

BREEAM/WELL assessments

Job description

Sustainability Consultant / Senior Sustainability Consultant

Location: Birmingham, Cambridge, or Oxford

Discipline: Sustainability & Environmental Consultancy

We’re working with a leading, forward-thinking consultancy that is at the forefront of sustainable design, construction, and building performance. They are seeking a passionate Sustainability Consultant or Senior Consultant to join their established teams in either Birmingham, Cambridge, or Oxford.

With a presence across the UK and a dedicated sustainability function in every office, this organisation offers a collaborative, dynamic environment where innovation and ambition thrive. You’ll have the opportunity to work across all major sectors, including high-profile science, research, healthcare, education, and mixed-use developments. This is a rare opportunity to shape not only your career but also influence best practice in sustainable design at an industry level.

What we are looking for:

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Proven experience in sustainability or environmental consultancy within the built environment.
• A background in engineering, environmental science, architecture, or a related discipline.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A passion for sustainability and a desire to make a tangible difference in the built environment.

Experience with any of the following would be advantageous:

1. Energy modelling using IES-VE or similar tools.
2. Whole life carbon assessments.
3. Circular economy and decarbonisation planning.
4. Delivering or supporting BREEAM/WELL assessments.

Why Apply?

• Join a leading sustainability consultancy with a strong national presence.
• Work on impactful, complex projects that prioritise people and planet.
• Be part of a supportive, innovative culture with a focus on technical excellence and career progression.
• Enjoy flexible and hybrid working policies to support work–life balance.