Sustainability Consultant
Location: Manchester
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000

Ref: CTJ67

Are you passionate about driving sustainable change in the built environment? Do you have a strong background in BREEAM assessments and a growing interest or experience in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)? If so, this opportunity could be the perfect next step in your sustainability career.

We are working with a well-regarded sustainability consultancy in Manchester that is expanding its team and looking for a talented Sustainability Consultant with a focus on BREEAM and life cycle assessments. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative, innovative company working on industry-leading sustainable development projects across the UK.

What’s On Offer:

• Exciting Projects: Work on cutting-edge sustainable buildings across various sectors.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a friendly, experienced team that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Career Progression: Access to training, professional development, and support with further qualifications.
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working options and an early Friday finish.
• Wellbeing Perks: Generous holiday package, cycle-to-work scheme, volunteer days, and more.

Your Role:

• Deliver and manage BREEAM assessments throughout the full project lifecycle (pre-assessment through to post-construction).
• Carry out or contribute to Life Cycle Assessments (LCA), analysing environmental impacts of materials and design decisions.
• Work collaboratively with clients, architects, and design teams to meet sustainability goals.
• Compile and submit documentation and evidence for BREEAM certification.
• Stay up to date with the latest sustainability standards, legislation, and best practices.
• Provide guidance and advice on environmental design strategies.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience conducting or supporting Life Cycle Assessments (using tools such as OneClick LCA or similar) and BREEAM assessments
• 2+ years' experience in sustainability consulting or a related role in the built environment.
• Strong knowledge of sustainable design principles and environmental certification processes.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A relevant degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Architecture, or Engineering.
• BREEAM AP/Assessor accreditation is advantageous but not essential.