Sustainability Consultant

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

Job summary

A prominent multidisciplinary consultancy in England is seeking a BREEAM Assessor to join its sustainability division. The role offers flexible remote working with structured training and development programs. Responsibilities include SAP calculations, preparing Energy Statements, and conducting assessments. Candidates should have 2+ years of relevant experience, proficiency in energy modelling software, and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement are provided.

Benefits

Structured training and development

Fully remote working

Private medical insurance

Professional memberships covered

25 days annual leave

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.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete SAP and SBEM calculations and produce EPCs for buildings.
• Prepare Energy Statements for planning submissions.
• Conduct Overheating Assessments aligned with TM59 and TM52.
• Support Whole Life‑Cycle Carbon Assessments.
• Assist with Decarbonisation Reports and Net Zero Strategies.

Skills

Building energy modelling

Sustainability consultancy

IES-VE proficiency

Communication skills

Tools

IES‑VE

Elmhurst

OneClick LCA

Job description

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

Penguin Recruitment is a fast‑growing, multidisciplinary consultancy within the built environment 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 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 – Required

• 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.