Carbon Consultant

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; London; Hybrid; NOK 378,000 - 504,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Training and CPD access

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Enhanced pension contributions

Volunteer days

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in London is seeking a Carbon Consultant to help deliver sustainability solutions for high-impact projects. The role is hybrid, requiring three days in the office to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate will conduct detailed carbon assessments, partner with architects and engineers, draft planning reports, lead client workshops, mentor juniors, and stay current with regulatory changes in sustainability.

Qualifications

• Degree in architecture, engineering, consulting, or sustainability-focused discipline.
• 3–5 years of direct built-environment or sustainability consultancy experience.
• Knowledge of BREEAM, WLC, and Circular Economy principles.

Responsibilities

• Driving Whole Life Carbon (WLC) assessments and appraisals.
• Developing and implementing Circular Economy strategies.
• Producing WLC/CE statements for planning submissions.
• Assisting with sustainability reports and project deliverables.
• Leading client workshops and engaging with stakeholders.

Skills

Carbon assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Report writing

Mentoring juniors

Education

Degree in architecture, engineering, or sustainability

Tools

BREEAM

Whole Life Carbon (WLC)

Circular Economy tools

Job description

Carbon Consultant

Location: London
Working Pattern: Hybrid – Minimum 3 days in the office
Experience: 3+ years
Salary: £30,000-£40,000 + benefits

Overview

I am working with a forward-thinking client passionate about sustainability in the built environment. They are seeking a Carbon Consultant to join their dynamic London team. This role offers the chance to work with a leading consultancy, delivering practical and meaningful sustainability solutions across diverse, high-impact projects.

The role will also provide the opportunity to work collaboratively with nature and ecology specialists, connecting carbon and sustainability strategies with biodiversity, natural capital and wider nature-positive outcomes.

Benefits

Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to foster both professional and personal well-being:

• Competitive salary (£30,000-£40,000) with discretionary bonus potential.
• 23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced pension contributions.
• Hybrid working arrangements, including opportunities to work abroad for short periods each year.
• Access to training and continuous professional development programs.
• Enhanced family policies.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Two paid volunteer days annually.
• Access to online discounts and health & well-being benefits.
• Regular team socials and collaborative events.

Day-to-Day

Your work as a Carbon Consultant will be varied and impactful. Here’s what you can expect on a typical day:

• Conducting detailed carbon assessments for a wide array of projects.
• Collaborating closely with architects, engineers, and consultants to embed sustainability strategies into designs.
• Drafting and delivering technical reports for planning submissions.
• Leading and contributing to client workshops and stakeholder meetings.
• Keeping yourself and the team abreast of regulatory changes and best-practice trends in sustainability.
• Mentoring junior colleagues and promoting knowledge sharing across the team.

Responsibilities

Your role will entail a mix of technical and advisory work, including:

• Driving Whole Life Carbon (WLC) assessments and appraisals.
• Developing and implementing Circular Economy strategies.
• Producing WLC assessments, Circular Economy Statements, and Sustainability Statements to support planning submissions.
• Assisting with BREEAM pre‑assessments, workshops, and certifications.
• Providing input to sustainability reports and project deliverables.
• Contributing to the management and delivery of small projects as well as supporting larger schemes.
• Representing the consultancy in client and project meetings.
• Communicating technical sustainability information to both technical and non‑technical audiences effectively.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will bring a balance of technical expertise, consultancy experience, and a passion for sustainability. Key requirements include:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in architecture, engineering, consulting, or a related sustainability‑focused discipline.
• 3-5 years of direct experience in a built‑environment or sustainability consultancy role.
• Expertise in areas such as building sustainability, carbon assessment, Net Zero transition planning, or sustainability advisory services.
• Proven knowledge of BREEAM, Whole Life Carbon (WLC), and Circular Economy principles.
• BREEAM or WLC accreditation (desirable but not essential).
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to balance independent work and collaboration in a multidisciplinary environment.