Sustainability Consultant

Sweco UK is seeking a Sustainability Consultant based in Maidenhead or London. The role involves leading green certification projects, particularly BREEAM assessments, developing sustainability strategies, conducting assessments, and mentoring team members. Candidates should have a relevant degree and BREEAM qualifications. The position offers a collaborative work environment focused on sustainability initiatives and client engagement, contributing to the company's goals in transforming the built environment.
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We are currently looking for a talented and motivated Sustainability Consultant to join our team in either Maidenhead or London.


What does the role involve?


As a Sustainability Consultant specializing in Green Certification and Sustainability Strategy, the successful candidate will play a vital role in driving sustainability initiatives, developing green certification strategies, and delivering sustainable solutions to our clients. The position requires a strong understanding of BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) and a proven track record in providing sustainability consultancy services.


Core responsibilities will include:

Leading and managing green certification projects, primarily focused on BREEAM assessments.
Developing and implementing sustainable certification strategies for new and existing buildings.
Conducting site visits, audits and assessments to evaluate compliance with sustainability standards and provide recommendations for improvement.
Mentoring graduate BREEAM Assessor and BREEAM AP's.
Working with Sweco's Artificial Intelligence technologies to increase productivity of the Certification Assessments and Processing. Producing clear, accurate and professional technical reports and supporting documentation.
Identifying and recommending improvements to design solutions and internal processes and sharing learning through knowledge management channels.
Collaborating with clients to understand their sustainability objectives and develop comprehensive sustainability strategies aligned with their goals.
Conducting sustainability assessments to identify opportunities for improving environmental performance and reducing carbon footprint.
Providing expert advice on sustainable design, energy efficiency, renewable energy, waste management and other sustainability practices.
Leading client meetings, workshops and presentations to communicate sustainability strategies, project updates and outcomes effectively.
Assisting in business development activities, including proposal writing, project scoping and identifying opportunities for expanding Sweco's sustainability services.
Preparing comprehensive reports and documentation, including sustainability performance metrics, project summaries and recommendation for clients.

To be successful in this role you’ll possess:
You'll have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering or Architecture. Advanced degrees or certifications are advantageous. BREEAM Assessor and BREEAM Accredited Professional (AP) qualification is essential, along with demonstrated experience in providing sustainability consultancy services, including green certification and sustainability strategy development.
You'll also have strong knowledge of BREEAM and other sustainability frameworks (LEED, WELL etc.).


What’s in it for you?


You’ll experience an inclusive, friendly and flexible working environment where colleagues are encouraged to grow and develop. A meaningful job where you’ll help to transform society by being a trusted consultant to our clients.


This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the company's sustainability objectives and positively impact the built environment. If you have a passion for sustainability and possess the required expertise, this role will allow you to expand your skills set and career into producing tangible result oriented sustainability solutions. A significant level of training will be involved as part of this role to take the candidate to a level of proficiency sustainable by design consultant.


The essence of the role is to commence work with the Green Building Certification team while acquiring training to explore new frontiers of sustainability assessment to deliver tangible results in building construction and operation. Such skills are Science Based Targets, UK Net Zero Carbon Certification, Near Zero Energy Buildings, NABERS UK Water, Circular Economy Design and EU Taxonomy Compliance. This transition to a sustainable by design process will require coordination and close working with Sweco Scandinavian teams, who are leading the way in sustainable design, as the idea is to bring their experience to the UK construction industry.


If you believe you have the skill set required, are keen to join a business with genuine opportunities for career progression, then we’d love to hear from you.


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