Principal Sustainability Consultant

  • Job Reference: 2472993524-2
  • Date Posted: 22 November 2025
  • Recruiter: Mattinson Partnership
  • Location: City, London
  • Salary: £48,000 to £55,000
  • Job Type & Industry: ESG & Sustainability > Sustainability
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time

Job Description

A leading Environmental consultancy is seeking a Principal Consultant to join its growing Sustainability Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to lead on delivering projects that meet ambitious environmental goals while achieving real-world impact.

The successful candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise and project management skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships and support the development of junior team members.

Experience required:

  • Whole life / embodied carbon - including detailed modelling, reporting, and strong knowledge of current industry standards.
  • Circular economy - providing advice on materials and design, as well as relevant reporting.
  • Broader sustainability - developing sustainability briefs and coordinating across planning, design, and certification processes (eg. BREEAM)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Managing the day-to-day delivery of sustainability projects.
  • Leading and developing embodied carbon modelling, particularly using OneClick LCA.
  • Facilitating workshops and technical meetings with design teams.
  • Preparing fee proposals and costings for complex schemes.
  • Acting as the primary client contact for assigned projects.
  • Monitoring project progress, risks, and budget adherence.

This opportunity offers:

  • A supportive working environment focused on professional development.
  • Opportunities to work on meaningful, high-impact projects.
  • Hybrid working options for greater flexibility.
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.

If this is of interest, reach out to Ethan Williams on (phone number removed) or click apply.