Sustainability Consultant

  • Job Reference: 2622638169-2
  • Date Posted: 18 February 2026
  • Recruiter: Penguin Recruitment
  • Location: London
  • Salary: £45,000 to £52,000
  • Bonus/Benefits: Flexible Hybrid Working
  • Job Type & Industry: ESG & Sustainability > Sustainability
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time
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Job Description

Sustainability Consultant / Senior Sustainability Consultant

45,000 - 52,000 Salary BREEAM, LEED, WELL Expertise Hybrid Working



Overview

Join an independent engineering and sustainability consultancy dedicated to delivering tailored, practical, and well-engineered sustainable solutions. We are seeking a passionate and mission-driven Sustainability Consultant or Senior Sustainability Consultant to support our clients in achieving their environmental and corporate sustainability goals. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment while working with a team of experts in the field.

This is a full-time, permanent role based in our London office, with flexible hybrid working arrangements.



Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
  • A 37.5-hour workweek with opportunities for professional development.
  • The chance to work on meaningful projects that contribute to a more sustainable future.
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.


Day-to-Day

  • Managing and delivering environmental assessments for buildings, ensuring compliance with BREEAM, LEED, and WELL standards.
  • Collaborating with clients to develop and implement sustainability strategies tailored to their needs.
  • Conducting research and staying updated on the latest sustainability trends and innovations.
  • Preparing and presenting reports, data analyses, and recommendations to clients and stakeholders.
  • Supporting planning applications with sustainability services and documentation.


Responsibilities

As a Sustainability Consultant, you will:

  • Provide sustainability support to clients, including environmental certification of buildings, development of sustainability strategies for buildings and masterplans, and organisational support to meet corporate sustainability requirements.
  • Manage environmental assessments of buildings using BREEAM, LEED, and WELL standards, including evidence gathering and certification processes.
  • Offer consultancy advice on sustainability issues such as water efficiency, health and wellbeing, and waste management.
  • Develop and review emerging sustainability trends to ensure clients remain at the forefront of sustainable practices.
  • Coordinate and deliver sustainability services to support planning applications.


Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications and skills:



Essential:

  • A degree in science, environmental studies, engineering, architecture, or energy.
  • At least 2 years of experience for Consultant level or 4+ years for Senior Consultant level.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to present technical and non-technical information clearly, both verbally and in writing.
  • A solid understanding of energy and sustainability planning policy, particularly in London, with project experience in developing sustainability strategies for planning.
  • Proficiency in data analysis using tools such as Excel.


Desirable:

  • BREEAM Assessor qualification.
  • BREEAM Accredited Professional (AP) qualification.
  • Knowledge and experience in energy-efficient building design and specification.
  • Familiarity with net zero carbon standards.

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