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Sustainability Consultant - BREEAM
* This company is can offer sponsorship for the right client
Location: Guildford, Surrey
About the Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Sustainability Consultant to join a growing and passionate team dedicated to creating a sustainable built environment. The organization has over 20 years of experience, delivering sustainability services across more than 3,200 projects, including commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments.
With a broad range of over 70 sustainability services, the company provides seamless, one-stop solutions to navigate complex regulations and policies. Their ethos centers on building trust, forming long-lasting client relationships, and delivering tangible commercial value. If youre eager to make a meaningful impact and work in a supportive and collaborative environment, this role is perfect for you.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and support BREEAM Assessments for projects across the UK, with opportunities to expand into broader sustainability services, such as:
Sustainability Statements for planning applications.
Embodied Carbon Reduction Strategies.
Whole Life Carbon Assessments.
Circular Economy Statements.
BREEAM Refurbishment and BREEAM In-Use Assessments.
Home Quality Mark and Net Zero Carbon Strategies.
ESG Strategies.
Collaborate with design teams on innovative and high-profile developments.
Prepare high-quality, client-facing reports.
Develop and manage long-term relationships with key client accounts.
Contribute to the growth and success of the team through proactive engagement and collaboration.
Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:
Applicants are expected to have:
A minimum of 2-3 years of experience working within the built environment.
A relevant degree in Sustainability.
Strong project management skills, including fee proposals, budgeting, meeting deadlines, and leading meetings.
A BREEAM New Construction Assessor license.
In-depth knowledge of UK planning and sustainability-related legislation.
A proven ability to provide clients with high-quality technical and strategic advice across sustainability services, including BREEAM and pre-planning assessments.
Desirable Experience:
BREEAM Advisory Professional qualification.
Proficiency with One Click LCA or similar software.
A Master's degree in a building, sustainability, or materials-related field.
Experience advising on net-zero buildings.
Additional assessor qualifications such as:
BREEAM In-Use.
BREEAM Refurbishment & Fit-Out.
Home Quality Mark.
Why Join This Company?
A genuine commitment to sustainability, backed by a 20-year proven track record.
Collaborative work culture that fosters trust, innovation, and shared purpose.
Competitive salary with team and individual bonuses.
Generous benefits, including:
25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays).
8 training days per year.
Sabbaticals and a cycle-to-work scheme.
Generous pension contributions.
Comprehensive training, orientation, and life-enrichment programs.
The chance to work in the beautiful cathedral city of Guildford, located in the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
If you are passionate about sustainability and looking to contribute to innovative, impactful projects, this role offers an exceptional platform to advance your career and shape a sustainable future.
Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
