Technical Lead - Life Cycle Assessment at Bre in Abbots Langley, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

epd review

lca modelling

digital platforms

pcr development

client advocacy

team mentoring

The Technical Lead will drive and enhance BRE’s Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) services. This role ensures technical integrity, advances Product Category Rules, and supports the growth of the Sustainable Products portfolio.

Perform technical review and verification of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs).
Deliver complex LCA projects, including modelling, analysis, and reporting.
Represent BRE at ECO Platform and technical working groups, influencing standards and industry direction.
Contribute to BRE’s digital platforms (e.g., BRE LINA, IMPACT) to strengthen LCA and EPD services.
Support development and maintenance of BRE’s Product Category Rules (PCR) and related documentation.
Ensure outcomes are robust, credible, and meet international standards.
Engage with clients and stakeholders to advocate for LCA and EPD use in sustainable construction.
Mentor and support colleagues to build team capability and capacity.

Requirements

epd verification

iso standards

lca software

ghg protocol

project management

communication

Extensive experience verifying EPDs and managing LCA projects in line with international standards.
Strong knowledge of ISO and CEN standards relevant to construction LCA.
Proficiency with LCA modelling software and data analysis tools.
Understanding of certification and verification schemes and construction sector needs.
Awareness of sustainability legislation and frameworks such as the GHG Protocol, science‑based targets, and the SDGs.
Excellent project management skills, overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong communication skills for effective client, stakeholder, and technical group engagement.
Collaborative mindset with ability to mentor and develop team members.

Benefits

BRE offers a competitive salary reviewed annually, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that includes pension contributions, life assurance, health cashback schemes, on‑site facilities, and extensive learning and development opportunities.

The position is primarily remote with occasional travel to the Watford head office. BRE values its recruitment partners, does not accept unsolicited agency CVs, and is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Competitive salary reviewed annually.
Pension scheme with 5% employer‑matched contribution.
Life assurance at 4x basic salary.
Enhanced maternity package.
HealthPartners cashback for prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more.
On‑site facilities: restaurant, nursery, free parking, and EV charging points.
Learning & development: free access to BRE Academy, online learning platform, and professional membership reimbursement.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1921

Year Founded

Established as the UK’s government-funded Building Research Establishment.

It reinvests profits to advance science-led solutions for buildings and infrastructure worldwide.
It created the renowned BREEAM standard, certifying sustainable performance in buildings across the globe.
Its testing, inspection and certification services span from product components to entire structures, underpinning safety and efficiency.
BRE Academy delivers rigorous training on topics like energy, net-zero sustainability, fire safety and security.
A standout feature is the BRE Science Park, where full-scale demonstration buildings and cutting-edge testing facilities bring innovation to life.
Its work includes high-profile sustainability projects, such as certifying IKEA Greenwich’s planet-positive store.

Culture + Values

We are ambitious for the planet, our clients, our business and our team
We take responsibility for the integrity of our science and the development of collaborative solutions to global challenges
We work as a whole team and with others. We know that diversity leads to better teamwork, better ideas, and better answers
We have a positive influence in everything we do, through which we earn our reputation as the leading building science centre
We deliver value to our customers through profitable and sustainable solutions

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net Zero Goal

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 at the latest.

Complies with ISO 14001 environmental management, ISO 45001 health & safety, ISO 9001 quality management, and Cyber Essentials Plus.
Champions decarbonisation in a fair and just way, supporting customers to avoid adverse environmental impacts and maximise positive ones.
Embraces a holistic sustainability approach aligned with BREEAM – covering energy & carbon, materials & circular economy, water, resilience, biodiversity, travel, accessibility.
Operates SmartWaste: tracks waste, materials, transport and supply-chain emissions, integrates ESG reporting, and supports carbon baseline & reduction—e.g. SmartWaste V11 adds carbon factors, waste/resource efficiency features.
Provides net‑zero advisory and SBTi-aligned science‑based targets, scope 3 emissions baseline setting and route‑map planning for organisations.

Inclusion & Diversity

Annual Reports 2022-2024

Gender Pay Gap Publication

Publishes comprehensive gender pay gap reports every year to ensure transparency in compensation practices and promote equality.

Built a diverse and inclusive work environment with proactive health & safety culture
Zero-tolerance approach towards discrimination, bullying, and harassment
Committed to appointing, developing, and rewarding colleagues fairly and objectively
Signatory to BITC’s Race at Work Charter aiming to improve opportunities for Black, Asian, Mixed-Race, and other ethnically diverse people
Promotes two-way engagement through individual/team meetings, surveys, colleague networks, and an “Ask the CEO” channel
Colleague networks provide safe spaces for honest dialogue to foster understanding and mutual respect
Committed to an open and transparent culture encouraging speaking up about potential misconduct

Articles

Projects

Careers

Sustainability

Role

Description

epd review

lca modelling

digital platforms

pcr development

client advocacy

team mentoring

Perform technical review and verification of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs).
Deliver complex LCA projects, including modelling, analysis, and reporting.
Represent BRE at ECO Platform and technical working groups, influencing standards and industry direction.
Contribute to BRE’s digital platforms (e.g., BRE LINA, IMPACT) to strengthen LCA and EPD services.
Support development and maintenance of BRE’s Product Category Rules (PCR) and related documentation.
Ensure outcomes are robust, credible, and meet international standards.
Engage with clients and stakeholders to advocate for LCA and EPD use in sustainable construction.
Mentor and support colleagues to build team capability and capacity.

Requirements

epd verification

iso standards

lca software

ghg protocol

project management

communication

Extensive experience verifying EPDs and managing LCA projects in line with international standards.
Strong knowledge of ISO and CEN standards relevant to construction LCA.
Proficiency with LCA modelling software and data analysis tools.
Understanding of certification and verification schemes and construction sector needs.
Awareness of sustainability legislation and frameworks such as the GHG Protocol, science‑based targets, and the SDGs.
Excellent project management skills, overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong communication skills for effective client, stakeholder, and technical group engagement.
Collaborative mindset with ability to mentor and develop team members.

Benefits

Competitive salary reviewed annually.
Pension scheme with 5% employer‑matched contribution.
Life assurance at 4x basic salary.
Enhanced maternity package.
HealthPartners cashback for prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more.
On‑site facilities: restaurant, nursery, free parking, and EV charging points.
Learning & development: free access to BRE Academy, online learning platform, and professional membership reimbursement.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1921

Year Founded

Established as the UK’s government-funded Building Research Establishment.

It reinvests profits to advance science-led solutions for buildings and infrastructure worldwide.
It created the renowned BREEAM standard, certifying sustainable performance in buildings across the globe.
Its testing, inspection and certification services span from product components to entire structures, underpinning safety and efficiency.
BRE Academy delivers rigorous training on topics like energy, net-zero sustainability, fire safety and security.
A standout feature is the BRE Science Park, where full-scale demonstration buildings and cutting-edge testing facilities bring innovation to life.
Its work includes high-profile sustainability projects, such as certifying IKEA Greenwich’s planet-positive store.

Culture + Values

We are ambitious for the planet, our clients, our business and our team
We take responsibility for the integrity of our science and the development of collaborative solutions to global challenges
We work as a whole team and with others. We know that diversity leads to better teamwork, better ideas, and better answers
We have a positive influence in everything we do, through which we earn our reputation as the leading building science centre
We deliver value to our customers through profitable and sustainable solutions

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net Zero Goal

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 at the latest.

Complies with ISO 14001 environmental management, ISO 45001 health & safety, ISO 9001 quality management, and Cyber Essentials Plus.
Champions decarbonisation in a fair and just way, supporting customers to avoid adverse environmental impacts and maximise positive ones.
Embraces a holistic sustainability approach aligned with BREEAM – covering energy & carbon, materials & circular economy, water, resilience, biodiversity, travel, accessibility.
Operates SmartWaste: tracks waste, materials, transport and supply-chain emissions, integrates ESG reporting, and supports carbon baseline & reduction—e.g. SmartWaste V11 adds carbon factors, waste/resource efficiency features.
Provides net‑zero advisory and SBTi-aligned science‑based targets, scope 3 emissions baseline setting and route‑map planning for organisations.

Inclusion & Diversity

Annual Reports 2022-2024

Gender Pay Gap Publication

Publishes comprehensive gender pay gap reports every year to ensure transparency in compensation practices and promote equality.

Built a diverse and inclusive work environment with proactive health & safety culture
Zero-tolerance approach towards discrimination, bullying, and harassment
Committed to appointing, developing, and rewarding colleagues fairly and objectively
Signatory to BITC’s Race at Work Charter aiming to improve opportunities for Black, Asian, Mixed-Race, and other ethnically diverse people
Promotes two-way engagement through individual/team meetings, surveys, colleague networks, and an “Ask the CEO” channel
Colleague networks provide safe spaces for honest dialogue to foster understanding and mutual respect
Committed to an open and transparent culture encouraging speaking up about potential misconduct

Articles

Projects

Careers

Sustainability