Sustainability Consultant - BREEAM Infrastructure

Stantec; Truro; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified BREEAM Assessor to assist with delivering sustainability projects. The successful candidate will leverage their background in building physics and sustainability to support various large-scale projects while managing their workload effectively. A competitive salary and opportunities for skill development are offered in a diverse and inclusive company culture.

Benefits

Recognition for hard work

Flexible benefits

Competitive salary

Community involvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Degree in building physics or sustainability-related disciplines.
• Experience managing projects and meeting deadlines.
• Knowledge of sustainability legislation and environmental impact assessments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivery of BREEAM projects with support.
• Manage own workload and meet project deadlines.
• Communicate sustainability requirements to teams.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Client relationship management

Building physics knowledge

Ambitious and self-motivated

Project delivery experience

Education

Relevant degree (BEng/BSc)

Qualified BREEAM Assessor

Tools

TAS for Part L modelling

OneClick LCA for LCA experience

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about shaping a net-zero, climate-resilient future? At Stantec, we're not just talking about sustainability, we're delivering it. Join our growing team and help drive innovative, high-impact strategies across some of the UK's most exciting projects. From local authorities to universities, and from masterplan developers to hotel chains, we're proud to be shaping the approach that organisations are taking to decarbonisation and a net-zero future. This is an opportunity for you to develop our growing sustainability offering locally, as part of wider team across the UK. You will be naturally proactive and help support the development of the local service offering in response to evolving national and local legislative drivers.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of BREEAM projects with support from senior members of the team;
• Part L, Energy Strategies and LCA assessment;
• Managing your own workload to meet project deadlines;
• Reviewing project details and develop targets for sustainability;
• Reviewing documentation provided by project teams, assess this against the project's targets and provide feedback or follow-up;
• Set up and maintain projects via the project evidence tracker;
• Communicating sustainability requirements to internal and external team members;
• Producing reports providing advice and guidance to clients and project teams;
• Attending site visits to review progress against sustainability targets;
• Reviewing the performance of designated projects on a monthly basis and update the team's project tracker with progress information;
• Assisting in preparing bids and proposals for new work;
• Engaging with skills networks to exchange best practices and processes;

About You

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• A relevant degree, BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) or equivalent/higher;
• Qualified BREEAM Assessor;
• Background in building physics/environmental design, environmental science or sustainability related disciplines;
• Working knowledge of building performance modelling techniques;
• Knowledge of planning, environmental impact assessments or wider sustainability legislation;
• Knowledge of or technical ability in building services related disciplines.
• Ambitious, self-motivated and enthusiastic;
• Excellent communication, presentation and writing skills;
• Thorough understanding of the construction industry and built environment;
• Client relationship management skills;
• Proven track record of project delivery;
• Part L modelling experience (TAS preferable) and LCA experience (OneClick LCA preferable);
• Experience developing and managing others;
• Emerging business development and sales skills;
• Strong business development experience.

If you're ready to bring your enthusiasm and expertise to a team that's genuinely passionate about creating a more sustainable future, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

About Stantec

As a global design leader with over 32,000 engineers, architects, scientists, and project managers, Stantec is dedicated to designing with communities in mind. Our diverse expertise allows us to tackle projects of all sizes from complex urban developments to impactful neighbourhood initiatives, while connecting across our worldwide network to support one another and share knowledge. This commitment not only helps the communities we serve to thrive but enriches the growth and experience of our own people.

In the UK and Ireland, our growing team of 4,000 is both agile and influential, able to make a meaningful difference by creating solutions that respect the environment and enhance community value. Whether you're just starting your career or are an experienced professional, your voice is valued here. Our collaborative culture encourages entrepreneurial thinking, ensuring everyone's ideas are heard.

Our approach for clients is grounded in the belief that we're stronger together. By merging Hydrock's capabilities with Stantec's multidisciplinary services in buildings, infrastructure, environmental science, energy, and sustainability, we're uniquely positioned as a major force in the UK market, providing a powerful platform for future growth.

What We Offer

• Inspiring and supportive colleagues
• Recognition for hard work and career progression
• Opportunities to develop both technical and soft skills
• Competitive starting salary
• Community involvement through "Stantec in the Community" initiatives
• Flexible benefits, including a green car leasing scheme

Culture, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity

Stantec champions diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we're committed to creating a supportive environment where every employee can perform at their best. Flexibility is essential to our culture, and we aim to accommodate all employees fairly.

We consider all applications individually with the required qualifications and knowledge without regard to any protected characteristics. We aim to provide everyone with a fair selection, assessment and employment experience, and ask that you make us aware of any physical or neurodiverse condition within your application so appropriate reasonable adjustments can be made.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Once you've applied through our careers site, we strive to respond promptly after reviewing your application. The employer for this position is Hydrock Consultants Ltd, part of the Stantec group of companies.

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