Sustainability Consultant

Penguin Recruitment; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consultancy in Caddington is seeking a BREEAM Assessor to join their sustainability division. This role involves completing SAP and SBEM calculations, preparing Energy Statements, and conducting Overheating Assessments. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in energy modelling or sustainability consultancy and proficiency with IES-VE or Elmhurst software. This position offers excellent career growth opportunities, including remote working options and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Structured training and development programme

Fully remote working

Private medical insurance

Professional memberships covered

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in building energy modelling or sustainability consultancy.
• Proficiency with software related to energy assessments.
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations Part L.

Responsibilities

• Complete SAP and SBEM calculations and produce EPCs.
• Prepare Energy Statements for planning submissions.
• Conduct Overheating Assessments aligned with TM59 and TM52.

Skills

Building energy modelling

Sustainability consultancy

Communication skills

Tools

IES-VE

Elmhurst

SAP

SBEM

Job description

BREEAM ASSESSOR

Location: Luton
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000
Hours: Full-time, permanent

Penguin Recruitment are a representing a fast-growing, multidisciplinary consultancy within the built environment who are seeking a Sustainability Consultant to join its expanding energy and sustainability division.

What's Offered

• Structured training and development programme with clear progression milestones.
• Fully remote working, with optional in-person meet-ups.
• Company-provided equipment (laptop, phone).
• Private medical insurance.
• Professional memberships covered (IES, Elmhurst, CIBSE).
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Quarterly team days and industry events in London.
• Excellent long-term career growth opportunities, including leadership roles as the team expands.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete SAP and SBEM calculations and produce EPCs for domestic and non-domestic buildings.
• Prepare Energy Statements for planning submissions, including London Plan and regional compliance.
• Conduct Overheating Assessments aligned with TM59 and TM52.
• Support or lead on Whole Life-Cycle Carbon Assessments and Circular Economy Statements.
• Undertake daylight and sunlight modelling for residential and mixed-use schemes.
• Assist with Decarbonisation Reports and Net Zero Strategies for large commercial estates.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, architects, and design teams, providing clear technical advice.
• Support development of internal processes, templates, and methodologies.
• Mentor junior assessors and contribute to building the future sustainability division.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in building energy modelling or sustainability consultancy.
• Proficiency with IES-VE, Elmhurst, or similar software (SAP/SBEM/TM59/TM52).
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations Part L and relevant energy compliance standards.
• Experience preparing Energy Statements for planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable

• BREEAM experience (Assessor or AP) - training and requalification supported.
• Familiarity with OneClick LCA, TM54, or ESOS energy auditing.
• Experience with Whole Life-Cycle Carbon or Decarbonisation reporting.
• Knowledge of daylight/sunlight or natural ventilation modelling.

Interested in this or any other Sustainability and Energy roles, please do not hesitate to contact Caitlin Richards.

This is a permanent role.

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