Senior Sustainability Consultant

Arcadis; Milano; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global consultancy firm in Milano is seeking a Senior Sustainability Consultant. This role involves managing sustainability projects, leading teams, and advising clients on environmental compliance. Ideal candidates have 7/8 years of experience and relevant degree credentials, with strong skills in sustainability frameworks. The position is full-time, mid-senior level with opportunities for business travel.

Competenze

• 7/8 years of consulting experience in the sustainability sector.
• Relevant AP Sustainability credentials required.
• B2 level in English and Italian is essential.

Mansioni

• Manage projects from pursuit to delivery.
• Lead sustainability assessments and certifications.
• Advise clients on compliance and best practices.

Conoscenze

Sustainability frameworks knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Project management

Formazione

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering or Architecture

Strumenti

BREEAM consultancy

LEED consultancy

Data analysis tools

Descrizione del lavoro

As an Arcadian, you already help us deliver world‑leading sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. You are part of our global business comprising 36,000 people in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can continue to solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description

The candidate will become part of the Smart Sustainable Buildings team with the role of Senior Sustainability Consultant. During this period you support your colleagues thanks to your practical experience in managing projects related to energy efficiency for the industrial and tertiary sectors. As a senior sustainability consultant, you will be a fundamental resource for Arcadis’ economic and reputational development. You will be involved in innovative initiatives and provide support to the company's business lines in the implementation of new initiatives that you’ll be able to assist with or lead first‑hand. You will also be involved in sustainability management practices together with professionals in the sector, with the possibility of working in dynamic and high‑level teams.

Role accountabilities

• Collaborate with the team lead in managing projects from the pursuit‑to‑win stage to the delivery‑to‑result.
• Lead specific project teams in reference to sustainability assessments and building certifications for client organizations.
• Develop and implement sustainability strategies and action plans.
• Analyze data related to energy use, waste, water, and emissions.
• Advise clients on regulatory compliance and industry best practices.
• Prepare detailed reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Lead workshops and training sessions on sustainability topics.
• Implement and develop certifications activities (BREEAM & LEED consultancy), decarbonisation projects (SBTi, LCA, & CRREM assessments) and EU Taxonomy compliance assessments.
• Lead projects during the design and construction stage.
• Collaborate with your colleagues of inter‑disciplinary teams for technical due diligence and design assessments.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 7/8 years of proven work experience in consulting activities in sustainability sector.
• A degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering or Architecture Engineering; other engineering backgrounds would be accepted in case of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of sustainability frameworks (LEED AP, BIRM·AP, WELL AP etc.).
• At least one AP Sustainability credentials.
• A good (B2) level of English and Italian.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of environmental regulations and standards.
• Passion for sustainability and environmental stewardship.
• Availability for business trips on the national / international territory.

Nice to have

• EGE Certification.
• Project management certification PMP or similar.
• Experience in design activities.
• Good knowledge of LEED framework and other international energy‑environmental protocols.

Continue your career journey as an Arcadian. We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone’s contribution matters.

Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day, which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

Industries

Professional Services