Sustainability Consultant

Arcadis; Milano; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis, a global leader in sustainable design and consultancy, seeks a sustainability consultant with strong MEP/building experience to join our Milan team. You will work on projects from concept to delivery, developing strategies, performing data analysis and engaging clients on compliance.

You will lead certification activities (LEED/BREEAM), support decarbonization initiatives, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across design and construction stages, traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of consulting experience in sustainability with MEP/building design background.
• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• At least one AP Sustainability credential.
• B2 level English and Italian.
• Strong knowledge of LEED AP, BREEAM AP, WELL AP.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Willingness to travel nationally/internationally.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team lead to manage projects from pursuit-to-win to delivery.
• Lead project teams on sustainability assessments and building certifications for clients.
• Develop and implement sustainability strategies and action plans.
• Analyze energy, waste, water, and emissions data.
• Advise clients on regulatory compliance and best practices.
• Prepare detailed reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Lead workshops and training sessions on sustainability topics.
• Lead certifications activities (LEED & BREEAM), decarbonization projects (SBTi, LCA, CRREM) and EU Taxonomy.
• Lead projects during design and construction stages.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for due diligence and design assessments.

Skills

Sustainability consulting

Regulatory knowledge

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

Independence / teamwork

Education

Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering degree

AP Sustainability credential

Tools

Data analysis tools

Regulatory databases

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.

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.