Sustainability Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in commercial interior design seeks a Sustainability Consultant to develop and implement sustainability strategies. The role involves guiding clients on sustainable practices and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations while managing high-impact projects. Ideal candidates will possess significant experience in sustainability and relevant certifications, ready to shape the future of sustainable design.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience in sustainability consulting, preferably in construction or workplace design.
• Expertise in BREEAM, Ska, LEED, or WELL certifications.
• Strong knowledge of carbon accounting and circular economy principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainability assessments and develop tailored sustainability plans.
• Conduct environmental assessments and advise on low-carbon materials.
• Deliver sustainability training and support business development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Report-writing

Presentation skills

Leadership

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sustainability

Degree in Environmental Science

Degree in Architecture

Degree in Engineering

Tools

OneClick LCA

DesignBuilder

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Department: Commercial Workplace Interior Design

Location: London

As a Sustainability Consultant, you will act as a key advisor on sustainability initiatives, bridging the gap between strategic leadership and operational implementation. You will lead sustainability assessments, drive innovation in sustainable design, and support clients and project teams in achieving environmental certifications (e.g., BREEAM, Ska, LEED). Your expertise will help shape sustainable workplace designs while ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.

You will work on a variety of high-impact commercial workplace projects, including corporate office fit-outs, headquarters refurbishments, and large-scale interior design schemes for clients in sectors such as finance, technology, media, legal, and professional services.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Advisory:

• Serve as the lead sustainability consultant on projects, guiding clients and design teams on sustainable strategies, carbon reduction, and circular economy principles.
• Conduct environmental assessments (BREEAM, Ska, WELL, etc.) and develop tailored sustainability plans for commercial workplace design and retrofit projects.
• Advise on low-carbon materials, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and ethical procurement, ensuring alignment with client sustainability goals.
• Support project teams in achieving net-zero carbon targets, including lifecycle assessments (LCA) and embodied carbon calculations.
• Prepare sustainability statements, benchmarks, and reports for clients and stakeholders.

Technical & Strategic Support:

• Develop and implement sustainability frameworks to measure and reduce Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions in line with GHG Protocol.
• Research and recommend innovative sustainable technologies, materials, and construction methods.
• Ensure compliance with ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) standards and emerging sustainability regulations.
• Collaborate with the Head of Sustainability to refine company-wide sustainability policies and reporting.

Stakeholder Engagement & Training:

• Deliver sustainability training to internal teams, contractors, and supply chain partners.
• Engage with clients to align sustainability objectives with design and operational outcomes.
• Support business development by contributing to bids, proposals, and marketing materials on sustainability expertise.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years’ experience in sustainability consulting, preferably within construction, architecture, or workplace design.
• Expertise in BREEAM, Ska, LEED, or WELL certifications (accreditation preferred).
• Strong knowledge of carbon accounting (GHG Protocol), circular economy principles, and ESG reporting.
• Experience in embodied carbon assessments, LCA, and net-zero strategies.
• Excellent analytical, report-writing, and presentation skills for client and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to lead multiple projects, mentor junior staff, and work collaboratively across teams.
• Membership in IEMA, CIWEM, or similar professional bodies.
• Experience with sustainability software (e.g., OneClick LCA, DesignBuilder).
• Passion for driving industry change through thought leadership (e.g., articles, speaking engagements).

This role is ideal for a sustainability professional ready to take on greater responsibility, influence high-profile commercial interior projects, and contribute to a market-leading sustainability strategy.