Sustainability Consultant - BREEAM

Pertemps TM; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic building services consultancy is seeking a Sustainability Consultant (BREEAM Qualified) to manage BREEAM assessments and contribute to sustainability services. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Environmental Science, be a licensed BREEAM Assessor, and possess strong communication and organisational skills. This full-time role in Birmingham offers a competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and various benefits including career progression and funded professional development. The team focuses on energy-efficient solutions and positive environmental change.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual review

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Contributory pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance, including paid office closure over Christmas

Funded professional development and study support

Early finish on Fridays

Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes

Paid volunteering days

Cycle to work and EV salary sacrifice schemes

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Licensed BREEAM Assessor with relevant professional memberships.
• Degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Building Services or related field.
• Confident communicator with strong organisation and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver BREEAM and other sustainability assessments across multiple sectors.
• Produce detailed sustainability and energy reports to support planning and design decisions.
• Collaborate with clients, architects and design teams to provide expert environmental guidance.
• Manage project workload effectively while mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Licensed BREEAM Assessor

Environmental Science knowledge

Strong organisation skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Understanding of sustainability frameworks

Full UK driving licence

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related field

Job description

Sustainability Consultant (BREEAM Qualified)
Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time Salary: DOE
Location: Birmingham Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

A dynamic and forward-thinking building services consultancy is looking for an experienced BREEAM Assessor to strengthen its expanding Sustainability and Environmental Design team. The company works across a variety of commercial, residential and mixed-use developments, delivering integrated solutions in energy, sustainability and MEP design.
The successful candidate will play a key role in managing and delivering BREEAM assessments from concept to completion, while also contributing to wider sustainability services including CEEQUAL, HQM, WELL and Fitwel certification. The role also involves Net Zero carbon strategy, Life Cycle and Embodied Carbon assessments, and Post-Occupancy Evaluations to help clients achieve their environmental goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver BREEAM and other sustainability assessments across multiple sectors
• Produce detailed sustainability and energy reports to support planning and design decisions
• Collaborate with clients, architects and design teams to provide expert environmental guidance
• Manage project workload effectively while mentoring and supporting junior team members

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Licensed BREEAM Assessor with relevant professional memberships
• Degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Building Services or related field
• Confident communicator with strong organisation and time management skills
• Team-focused with a proactive approach to problem solving and innovation
• Working knowledge of sustainability frameworks such as BREEAM, WELL, LEED, CEEQUAL or HQM
• Passion for sustainable design and awareness of emerging environmental technologies
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual review
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Contributory pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance, including paid office closure over Christmas
• Funded professional development and study support
• Early finish on Fridays
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes
• Paid volunteering days and community engagement opportunities
• Structured career progression framework
• Cycle to work and EV salary sacrifice schemes
• Enhanced parental leave and life assurance cover

This role offers the opportunity to join a collaborative and sustainability-driven team that partners with high-profile clients to deliver innovative, energy-efficient building solutions and drive positive environmental change.