Sustainability Consultant

Arcadis; Lombardia; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis Italy, based in Lombardy, seeks a senior sustainability consultant to lead projects from pursuit to delivery. You will drive sustainability strategies, analyze energy and emissions data, and advise clients on regulatory compliance and certifications (LEED, BREEAM).

You’ll prepare reports, lead workshops, and guide projects through design and construction with cross-team collaboration. Required 5–6 years in sustainability consultancy with MEP/building design experience, a

Qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering is required.
• At least one AP Sustainability credential is expected.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English and Italian.
• Project management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead specific project teams for sustainability assessments and certifications.
• Develop and implement sustainability strategies and action plans.
• Analyze energy, waste, water, and emissions data for clients.
• Advise on regulatory compliance and industry best practices.
• Prepare detailed reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Lead workshops and training sessions on sustainability topics.
• Coordinate certification activities (BREEAM, LEED) and decarbonization projects.
• Lead projects through design and construction stages.
• Collaborate with inter-disciplinary teams for technical due diligence.

Skills

Sustainability frameworks

Data analysis

Project management

Regulatory compliance

English & Italian fluency

Education

Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering degree

Tools

MS Excel

Data visualization tools

CAD tools

Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

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), decarbonization 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:

• Around 5-6 years of proven work experience in consulting activities in sustainability sector, with previous experience in MEP / Mechanical building design required;
• A degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering (other engineering backgrounds would be accepted in case of relevant experience).
• At least one AP Sustainability credentials.
• An excellent (B2) level of English and Italian
• Strong knowledge of sustainability frameworks (LEED AP, BREAM AP, WELL AP etc.).
• 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 LEVELs framework and other international energy-environmental protocols

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our 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.

The annual salary range for this position is € 31,500 - € 47,300.

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