Sustainability Consultant

ZipRecruiter; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Cambridge is seeking a passionate Sustainability Consultant to deliver environmental and wellbeing assessments. Responsibilities include embodied carbon calculations and collaboration with clients on sustainability strategies. Ideal candidates will have relevant degrees and experience in the built environment. The role offers a 9-day fortnight working pattern and various benefits like private medical insurance.

Benefits

9-day fortnight working pattern

Access to career development and technical training

Private medical insurance

Stock options

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Up to 30 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in sustainability or engineering consultancy required.
• Strong technical foundation and passion for sustainable design.
• Knowledge of Circular Economy Principles needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver environmental and wellbeing assessments.
• Conduct embodied carbon calculations.
• Collaborate with clients on sustainability strategies.

Skills

Experience working within the built environment sector

Knowledge of Energy Performance Modelling (IES VE)

Excellent communication skills

Education

Relevant degree in engineering, environmental science, or related discipline

Tools

Whole Life Carbon Assessments (OneClick LCA)

BREEAM

WELL

Job description

Overview

Job Description

Location: Cambridge
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 plus DOE
A multi-award winning engineering consultancy is seeking a driven and passionate Sustainability Consultant to join their team in Birmingham.

You will be responsible for delivering environmental and wellbeing assessments (such as BREEAM, WELL, HQM, etc.) from early design through to completion and post-construction stages.

Responsibilities

• Embodied carbon calculations and circular economy consultancy
• Building performance simulations, including operational energy forecasting and overheating analysis
• Collaborate closely with clients to develop and implement innovative sustainability and energy strategies for both new and existing developments
• Support the development and mentoring of junior team members by sharing expertise in consultancy, workstream management, and project planning
• Take part in R&D initiatives that keep the firm at the forefront of the industry, including opportunities to engage in sector-wide research, contribute to best practice guidance, and shape industry standards

Qualifications

• Experience working within the built environment sector, ideally in a sustainability or engineering consultancy
• A relevant degree in engineering, environmental science, or a related discipline
• A strong technical foundation paired with a passion for sustainable design and innovation
• Knowledge and experience in: Energy Performance Modelling (IES VE), Whole Life Carbon Assessments (embodied carbon, OneClick LCA), Net Zero Carbon Strategies, Environmental and Wellbeing assessments (BREEAM, WELL) and Circular Economy Principles
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment

Benefits

• 9 day fortnight working pattern
• Access to career development and technical training
• Private medical insurance
• Stock options
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Up to 30 days annual leave

If you're serious about sustainability and ready for a new challenge in a forward-thinking, industry-leading team—we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or reach out to Katie Davison at Aztrum recruitment for a private and confidential conversation.