Country Lead - Green Building Certification

Longevity Partners; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mobility allowance

Flexible working model

Regular team events and socials

Job summary

A leading sustainability consultancy is seeking a Country Lead for Green Building Certification in the Netherlands. This leadership role involves managing a team, overseeing BREEAM assessments, and directly impacting the Dutch market's sustainability initiatives. Ideal candidates will have relevant degrees and extensive experience in green building certification and sustainability consulting. The position offers flexible working and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Proven experience as a senior lead in sustainability consulting.
• Track record in managing large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a dedicated Green Building Certifications Taskforce.
• Oversee all local BIU assessment projects.
• Drive operational excellence including invoicing and performance tracking.

Skills

Proven experience in green building certification

Strong people management

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Dutch

Proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor's or master’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Excel

ESG reporting

Job description

Country Lead - Green Building Certification

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We are looking for a Country Lead for the Netherlands to strengthen our Green Building Certification department, with a focus on BREEAM In-Use (BIU). You will lead a growing team, manage projects across diverse property types, and act as a trusted advisor to both clients and colleagues.

This is a leadership role with direct impact on the Dutch market, and an opportunity to shape the future of sustainability consulting in Europe. You will be reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely together with the international Business Unit Lead.

Your Responsibilities

• Build and lead a dedicated Green Building Certifications Taskforce (5–10 professionals).
• Manage and coach team members, ensuring knowledge-sharing and professional growth.
• Oversee a all local BIU assessment projects (including large portfolios of 100+ assets).
• Support project managers by resolving technical and management queries.
• Ensure proper resourcing and coordination for Dutch and pan-European projects.
• Collaborate with Business Development on proposals, client meetings, and cross-selling opportunities.
• Provide technical guidance on BIU to both clients and colleagues.
• Drive operational excellence: invoicing, resource planning, and performance tracking.
• Support recruitment and team expansion in the Netherlands.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field (real estate, sustainability, engineering, architecture, environmental science, etc.).
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Proven experience in green building certification (BREEAM, LEED, WELL) is a must.
• Proven experience as a senior lead in sustainability consulting or a related discipline.
• Strong people management experience (teams of 3+).
• Track record in managing large-scale projects.
• Proficiency in Dutch and English (spoken and written).
• Analytical skills and confidence with data (Excel and ESG reporting).
• BREEAM In-Use AP or licensed assessor experience is a plus.

About Us

Longevity Partners is an international energy and sustainability consultancy, founded in 2015 to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. With offices in London, Paris, Amsterdam, Munich, Milan, New York, Seattle, Austin, and Tokyo, we work with leading real estate developers, investors, and occupiers across more than 40 countries.

Our services range from ESG strategy development to net-zero carbon implementation. We partner with clients to navigate benchmarks, frameworks, and regulations while creating long-term value.

Our values are Creativity, Excellence, Integrity, Impact, and Teamwork – and we live them every day.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful work: help shape the sustainability agenda for leading real estate companies.
• Learning culture: access to training and mentoring within a global network.
• Flexible working: hybrid model (up to 2 days remote per week).
• Mobility allowance
• Regular team events and socials

Our Hiring Process

• Online interview with HR (30 min).
• Technical interview with our Associate Director of In-Use Certification.
• Final interview with the Managing Director Netherlands (in Amsterdam).

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