Company: PENGUIN RECRUITMENT LTD
Job Type: Permanent, FullTime
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum
Senior Sustainability Consultant - Environmental and Wellbeing CertificationsLondon | £45,000 - £55,000 (dependant on experience) | Hybrid (Post probation)
OverviewWe 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.
ResponsibilitiesTeam 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.
Sound like an interesting fit? Apply now to take the next step!