Senior BREEAM Assessor

Senior Sustainability Consultant (BREEAM Lead)

London | -50,000 - -65,000 per annum (DOE) | Hybrid Working (3 days office / 2 days remote)

Overview

A respected and growing building services and sustainability consultancy is seeking a Senior Sustainability Consultant to lead BREEAM delivery from its London office.

This role is suited to an experienced BREEAM professional ready to take greater ownership - not just delivering assessments, but leading projects, managing client relationships, and supporting the growth of sustainability services across multiple sectors.

You will play a key role in shaping strategy, mentoring junior team members, and ensuring high-quality, commercially aware delivery across a diverse project portfolio including commercial, residential, healthcare, education and mixed-use developments.

The Role

As the senior BREEAM lead within the team, you will:

• Take full ownership of BREEAM assessments from feasibility through to certification

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and design teams

• Lead workshops and drive sustainability strategy discussions

• Review and quality-check assessments prepared by junior colleagues

• Manage BRE submissions and ensure programme alignment

• Contribute to wider sustainability services including Whole Life Carbon, embodied carbon inputs, and ESG-related advisory

This position offers genuine influence within a growing sustainability team and clear progression toward Associate-level responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex BREEAM projects across multiple sectors

• Provide strategic sustainability advice during early design stages

• Oversee evidence management and compliance processes

• Mentor and support junior assessors

• Collaborate with energy modelling and building physics teams

• Maintain up-to-date expertise in BREEAM standards and regulatory developments

Experience & Requirements

• 5+ years'' experience delivering BREEAM assessments

• Strong track record managing projects independently

• Experience leading client meetings and sustainability workshops

• In-depth knowledge of BRE processes and certification pathways

• Commercial awareness and ability to manage project timelines

• BREEAM AP desirable

Package

• -50,000 - -65,000 per annum depending on experience

• Hybrid working (3 days London office)

• Enhanced benefits package

• Clear progression pathway within a growing sustainability function

• Opportunity to influence and shape ESG and carbon services

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to step into a senior, visible role within a progressive consultancy where sustainability is central to business growth. You will have the autonomy to lead, the support of a collaborative team, and the platform to progress into a leadership-level position over time.

If you are an experienced BREEAM professional ready for greater responsibility and impact, apply now for a confidential discussion.

Interested? Apply now to take the next step.

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