Senior Sustainability Consultant

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is hiring a Senior Sustainability Consultant (BREEAM Specialist) for their Manchester team. The role involves leading BREEAM assessments for various projects, ensuring compliance with UK Building Regulations, and contributing to sustainability strategies. Candidates should have proven experience in BREEAM assessments and a strong knowledge of SBEM and UK regulations. The position offers benefits like profit sharing, medical insurance, and career development opportunities.
Sustainability Consultant (BREEAM Specialist)£30,000 - £40,000 | Manchester | Hybrid

OverviewMy client is seeking an experienced BREEAM Sustainability Consultant to join their Manchester team. This role is focused on delivering BREEAM assessments across a diverse portfolio of projects, including workplace, healthcare, education, residential, and mixed-use developments.

You will play a key role in leading BREEAM certification processes, supporting compliance with UK Building Regulations, and contributing to wider sustainability strategies within a well-established, multidisciplinary design practice.

BenefitsEmployee profit share schemePrivate medical, life, and income protection insuranceInterest-free season ticket loanFlexible benefits and holiday optionsOngoing CPD, mentoring, and structured career developmentRegular social, wellbeing, and team eventsKey ResponsibilitiesLead and deliver BREEAM assessments from pre-assessment through to certificationAct as the primary point of contact for BREEAM-related queries across project teamsProduce and review SBEM calculations and support compliance with Part L and Part O regulationsUndertake life cycle assessments using One Click LCAProvide clear, actionable sustainability advice to clients and design teamsSupport delivery of net zero carbon strategies and environmental performance targetsEnsure projects align with relevant environmental standards and legislationRequirementsProven experience delivering BREEAM assessments (essential)Strong working knowledge of SBEM and UK Building Regulations (Part L & Part O)Experience using One Click LCA for lifecycle/embodied carbon analysisBackground in built environment sustainability consultancyStrong communication skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teamsDesirableExperience with additional certifications (e.g. LEED, WELL, NABERS)Knowledge of ESG frameworks and net zero strategiesWhy Join?This is an opportunity to take a lead role in BREEAM delivery within a highly respected design practice, working on impactful, high-profile projects while developing your technical expertise in a supportive environment.