Sustainability Consultant

Penguin Recruitment; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working pattern

Training and professional development

Growth and progression opportunities

Impactful projects

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Sustainability Consultant to join the Cardiff team, focusing on BREEAM assessments and life cycle analysis. You will work on UK projects across education, retail, residential, and commercial, delivering robust sustainability solutions that balance performance and cost.

You will conduct Embodied LCA and operational energy modelling using OneClick LCA and IES VE, contribute to Net Zero targets, and collaborate with architects and project teams in a hybrid Cardiff

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in the built environment on UK projects.
• Proven experience conducting BREEAM assessments.
• Proficiency with OneClick LCA and IES VE software.
• Strong knowledge of BREEAM and Net Zero Carbon principles.
• Experience delivering Embodied LCA and operational energy modelling.
• Track record in sustainability consultancy and client support.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients, architects and project teams to integrate sustainability strategies.
• Conduct detailed assessments to evaluate environmental performance.
• Prepare and submit BREEAM assessments and certifications.
• Model energy and carbon impacts using OneClick LCA and IES VE.
• Attend meetings and provide expert sustainability guidance.
• Develop innovative solutions to meet client sustainability goals.

Skills

BREEAM knowledge

LCA modelling

Energy modelling

Project collaboration

Communication

Tools

OneClick LCA

IES VE

Job description

Sustainability Consultant (BREEAM & LCA)

Cardiff-based | Hybrid Working

£30,000 - £40,000

Start ASAP | Interviewing ASAP

Overview

My client is a team of specialists in sustainability consultancy, dedicated to supporting projects across a diverse range of sectors, including education, retail, residential, leisure, and commercial. Our experienced professionals provide practical, honest, and commercially focused advice, helping clients achieve ambitious environmental targets.

Expertise spans across BREEAM, Net Zero Carbon, Whole Life Carbon, and ESG consultancy. Delivering tailored sustainability solutions that balance environmental performance, cost-effectiveness, and project requirements.

We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Sustainability Consultant to join our clients team in their Cardiff office. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while advancing your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

• A competitive salary of £30,000 - £40,000, based on experience.
• Opportunities for training and professional development to enhance your skills and expertise.
• A hybrid working pattern, offering flexibility to balance office and remote work.
• Clear growth and progression opportunities, with the chance to diversify into other areas of sustainability consultancy.
• The opportunity to work on impactful projects that make a real difference in achieving environmental goals.

Day-to-Day

• Collaborating with clients, architects, and project teams to integrate sustainability strategies into building designs.
• Conducting detailed assessments and analyses to evaluate environmental performance.
• Preparing and submitting BREEAM assessments and other sustainability certifications.
• Using tools like OneClick LCA and IES VE to model and assess energy and carbon impacts.
• Attending project meetings and providing expert advice on sustainability-related matters.
• Contributing to the development of innovative solutions to meet client sustainability goals.

Responsibilities

• Conducting BREEAM assessments and providing expert guidance to clients.
• Delivering Embodied Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) and operational energy modelling using tools such as OneClick LCA and IES VE.
• Supporting clients in achieving Net Zero Carbon goals and other environmental targets.
• Providing consultancy services across a variety of sectors, ensuring sustainability principles are integrated into project designs and strategies.
• Preparing high-quality reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations effectively.
• Staying up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in sustainability and environmental consultancy.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in the built environment, working on UK projects.
• Proven experience in conducting BREEAM assessments.
• Proficiency in using OneClick LCA and IES VE software.
• Strong knowledge of BREEAM and Net Zero Carbon principles, with the ability to apply these across building projects.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering Embodied Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) and operational energy modelling.
• A track record of working on sustainability consultancy projects, supporting clients in achieving environmental and sustainability targets.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

If you are passionate about sustainability and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy and contribute to meaningful change in the built environment.