Sustainability Technical Administrator

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic project management consultancy in Cheltenham is looking for a Sustainability Technical Administrator. The role involves managing sustainability elements on various projects, acting as a key contact for BREEAM queries, and offering growth through structured training to become a qualified BREEAM assessor. The ideal candidate will have a degree in sustainability, excellent organizational skills, and a keen attention to detail. Competitive salary and benefits including healthcare and flexible leave are offered.

Benefits

Private Healthcare Scheme

Annual Leave Flex Scheme

Birthday Day off

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Payment of membership fees to professional body

Qualifications

• An enthusiastic graduate eager to develop technical expertise in construction.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail are essential.
• Knowledge or awareness of BREEAM is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as main point of contact for BREEAM queries.
• Review information to assess targeted credits.
• Maintain accurate records and manage multiple projects.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaborative working

Education

Degree in sustainability, environmental science, or related discipline

Job description

Sustainability Technical Administrator

Location: Cheltenham (Office-based)

Salary: Starting at £35,000 (negotiable)

Are you a graduate with a background in sustainability or environmental science, or someone with a passion for the same, looking to advance your career in a forward-thinking, dynamic project and construction management consultancy?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that delivers high quality, complex construction projects - fostering collaboration, innovation, and a positive working environment. Their work centres on purpose-driven industrial buildings, embedding environmental responsibility to deliver robust, adaptable buildings designed to last.

About the Role

You will join the team as a BREEAM/Technical Administrator, taking responsibility for the management of the sustainability elements on a number of live projects, from inception to completion. The role is the key point of contact for BREEAM queries and a key link between the BREEAM Assessor and Consultants, internal project teams and clients/contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Acting as main point of contact for BREEAM queries, providing focused advice to clients and design teams.
• Reviewing information available to assess whether targeted credits are achievable. Identifying any targeted issues.
• Processing and tracking data to support the BREEAM assessment process.
• Liaising and communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment.
• Monitoring progress in line with trackers issued by the Assessor and internal schedules.
• Assisting in the preparation and submission of reports to the Building Research Establishment (BRE).
• Ensuring Post construction stage assessments are submitted to BRE by the Assessor to achieve Post Construction certification as soon as possible following completion of the project.

The successful candidate will receive full training and sponsorship to become a qualified BREEAM assessor, providing a fantastic platform for professional development within sustainability consultancy.

What We're Looking For

An enthusiastic and detail-oriented graduate who is keen to develop technical expertise within the construction industry. You will ideally have:

• A degree in sustainability, environmental science, building studies, or a related discipline.
• Strong organisational skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge or awareness of BREEAM is desirable.

Why Join the Team?

• Full-time, office-based position in a newly refurbished Cheltenham office.
• Structured training and sponsorship to become a qualified BREEAM assessor.
• Contribute to projects delivered safely, on time, to budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Competitive starting salary with room for progression in a company with extensive repeat business.
• Benefits including: Private Healthcare Scheme, Annual Leave Flex Scheme, Birthday Day off, Free on-site parking, Cycle to Work Scheme, Payment of membership fees to professional body.

If you're eager to develop your career in sustainability and make a real impact on construction projects while growing your professional expertise, this is the perfect role.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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