Sustainability Consultant in Luton)

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

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consultancy in Luton is seeking a BREEAM Assessor to join their expanding sustainability division. This role offers exciting responsibilities, including completing SAP and SBEM calculations, preparing Energy Statements, and conducting Overheating Assessments. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years' experience in building energy modelling or sustainability consultancy, proficiency in IES-VE or Elmhurst software, and strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations. Opportunities for professional growth and remote working are provided, alongside a structured training program.

Benefits

Structured training and development programme

Fully remote working

Company-provided equipment

Private medical insurance

Professional memberships covered

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Quarterly team days and industry events

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 and relevant energy compliance standards.

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 or lead on Whole Life-Cycle Carbon Assessments.
• Mentor junior assessors and contribute to building sustainability division.

Skills

Building energy modelling

Sustainability consultancy

Communication skills

Tools

IES-VE

Elmhurst

Job description

BREEAM ASSESSOR

Location: Luton

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

Hours: Full‑time, permanent

Penguin Recruitment are a representing a fast‑growing, multidisciplinary consultancy within the built environment who are 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 on 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

• 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.