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PRINCIPAL SUSTAINABLE DESIGN CONSULTANT
CENTRAL LONDON (Hybrid)
Excellent salary package & flexible hybrid working

Overview

We have a great opportunity for a BREEAM professional with one of the UK’s largest and fastest growing multi-disciplined consultancy service providers.  Working with an enviable and diverse range of clients, in sectors such as property, education, defence, and government services, they have an excellent reputation for their breadth of capability and their capacity to provide innovative solutions for challenging projects. 

Joining an expanding Sustainable Design team, you will work closely with other talented design professionals supporting a diverse range of landmark projects, providing a  comprehensive portfolio of BREEAM consultancy services.

If you are an ambitious BREEAM professional who is passionate about Sustainable Design and is prepared to be a catalyst for change, we are keen to hear from you.

About the role

Our client is seeking experienced consultants to take ownership of the delivery of key project workstreams, engage with clients to ensure project delivery within established timelines and budgets, and to effectively navigate any changes that may arise.  You will also lead workshops with design teams and be responsible for the management and mentorship of junior team members.

Key responsibilities will also include:

Provide BREEAM consultancy services on a range of asset types including offices, data centres, education and training facilities, residential institutions, workshops, etc.
Lead client and design team workshops ensuring clear and articulate communication.
Collaborating closely with the key stakeholders to develop sustainable design strategies to produce sustainability statements in support of planning applications
Prepare and submit assessments reports for BREEAM.
Advise clients on cost-effective solutions to achieve desired BREEAM ratings.

About you

Suitable candidates should be able to demonstrate:

Essential:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant subject.
4 or more years of relevant industry experience.
 Licenced BREEAM assessor.
Understanding of Building Regulations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex sustainable design concepts to clients, team members, and stakeholders.
Willing to apply for security clearance.

Desirable:

Experience in DREAM, and Sustainability Appraisals for projects in the defence sector.
Some experience in thermal modelling or SAP assessments.
Knowledge of whole life-cycle carbon assessments (preferably using One Click LCA).
Facilitating circular economy workshops with key stakeholders.
Be willing to complete S/C level of security clearance on appointment (to assist Defence Sector)

Rewards

Our client has long recognised that their success is built on the expertise and dedication of their employees. They provide a collaborative and flexible environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

They offer a competitive salary, contributory pension, car allowance, health cover and a range of flexible benefits including discounted childcare and retail vouchers, travel insurance and variable holiday (renewable annually).

As part of the agile working approach, they encourage working how and when suits employees to achieve a balance that works for them.  They recognise that everyone’s needs and desires will be different