Sustainability Consultant

Overview

Advise and deliver sustainability strategies and assessments for built‑environment projects.

Key Responsibilities

• sustainability strategy
• carbon modelling
• performance simulation
• r&d research
• breeam assessment
• junior training

Tasks

-Support the development of energy and sustainability strategies with our clients to lead sustainability innovation on new and existing developments. -Undertake a range of modelling and assessments, which may include but not limited to: embodied carbon calculations and circular economy consultancy, building performance simulation including operational energy estimates, and overheating. -Work within the Technical Excellence programme on research and development initiatives to allow us to stay at the cutting edge of knowledge in our industry. As well as project-related work, you would have the opportunity to engage directly with the industry, undertaking research and development studies, and authoring industry guidance. -Lead the delivery of environmental and wellbeing assessments (such as BREEAM, WELL, HQM, etc) from early design stages through to project completion/post construction. -Support the training of junior members of the team e.g. in workstream delivery, consultancy and project planning. -Develop holistic sustainability strategies

Requirements

• communication
• teamwork
• sustainability
• engineering degree
• built environment

What You Bring

-You will have good communication skills and an enthusiasm for working within a team environment. -Already working within a sustainability or engineering consultancy, you will be looking for a new challenge within a practice at the very forefront of our field. -You will bring expertise (with a degree in engineering/science, and experience in the field) and a passion for creating sustainable solutions. -Experience working within the built environment sector.

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Benefits

We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave. If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. This is a rare opportunity to grow not only your own career, but the industry approach to your field of expertise as a whole. -Net zero carbon strategies -Whole life carbon assessments (including embodied and operational carbon assessment) – using OneClick or other methodologies -You will relish being part of dynamic team within a progressive and well-respected firm.

About Hoare Lea

-The firm pioneered mechanical and electrical engineering and introduced one of the first electrical lighting systems in public buildings. -In 1939, it merged with Edwin S. Hoare & Partners, becoming the modern form of the business and evolving into the UK’s largest MEP consultancy. -Over its long history, the firm has delivered iconic projects like One New Change in London and the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast. -Specialist services span acoustics, fire engineering, lighting design, public health, utilities, and sustainable building systems. -The firm's project portfolio ranges from historic conversions and civic buildings to cutting-edge research centres and transport hubs. -Unusually for its sector, the original founder’s vision still resonates: early adoption of air-conditioning and electrical lighting set a tone of innovation that endures today.

Sector Specialisms

Interview Process

-introductory 30‑minute call with recruitment team -panel interview (via teams or in‑person at office)