Senior Sustainability Consultant - Environmental and Wellbeing Certifications

London | £45,000 - £55,000 (dependant on experience) | Hybrid (Post probation)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Sustainability Consultant to lead and grow our clients Environmental and Wellbeing Certifications team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional with expertise in BREEAM, WELL, and LEED certifications to take on a leadership role within a dynamic and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will oversee a team of four consultants, primarily focused on building certifications, while also contributing to the strategic development of the team's services.

This role is ideal for someone with 5+ years of experience in sustainability consulting who is looking to step into a leadership position. My client is looking for someone who is knowledgeable, approachable, and eager to mentor junior team members while delivering high-quality results for our clients.

Benefits

36-hour work week.
26 days of annual leave, plus a volunteer day.
Pension contribution.
Access to a company healthcare scheme.
Long-term sickness insurance.
Mental health support services.
Opportunities for formal and informal training.
Clear career development pathways.

Day-to-Day

Work primarily in the office to foster collaboration, cross-team communication, and mentorship opportunities.
Lead team meetings, provide technical guidance, and oversee project progress.
Support junior team members in their professional development and certification training.
After the probation period, transition to a hybrid working pattern of four days in the office and one day remote.
Engage with clients to provide expert advice and ensure project success.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership, Development & Strategy

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of sustainability consultants specializing in environmental and wellbeing certifications.
Provide technical guidance on BREEAM, WELL, and other relevant certification schemes.
Support the professional growth of team members through training and accreditation opportunities.
Manage team workload, project allocation, and ensure quality assurance of deliverables.
Collaborate with other team leaders to grow and diversify the team's workload.
Contribute to proposals and develop strong client relationships.
Oversee financial forecasting and invoicing for the team.

Project Oversight

Manage the delivery of BREEAM and WELL certification projects across a diverse portfolio of developments.
Provide senior technical review and strategic direction during key project stages.
Ensure projects meet certification requirements, timelines, and quality standards.
Act as a senior point of contact for clients, offering expert advice on environmental and wellbeing certification strategies.

Qualifications

Degree in sustainability, environmental engineering, architecture, building services, or a related discipline.
5+ years' experience in sustainability consulting within the built environment.
Accredited BREEAM Assessor/AP and/or WELL AP (or equivalent).
Proven experience delivering certification projects and leading or mentoring teams.

Skills

Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
In-depth knowledge of BREEAM, WELL, and environmental performance standards.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to guide multidisciplinary teams through sustainability certification processes.If you are passionate about sustainability and have the expertise to lead a team delivering BREEAM, WELL, and LEED certifications, we encourage you to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the built environment while advancing your career in a supportive and professional setting.

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