Senior Sustainability Consultant

Sustainability Consultant (BREEAM Specialist)

-30,000 - -40,000 | Manchester | Hybrid

My client is seeking an experienced BREEAM Sustainability Consultant to join their Manchester team. This role is focused on delivering BREEAM assessments across a diverse portfolio of projects, including workplace, healthcare, education, residential, and mixed-use developments.

You will play a key role in leading BREEAM certification processes, supporting compliance with UK Building Regulations, and contributing to wider sustainability strategies within a well-established, multidisciplinary design practice.

• Employee profit share scheme
• Private medical, life, and income protection insurance
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Flexible benefits and holiday options
• Ongoing CPD, mentoring, and structured career development
• Regular social, wellbeing, and team events

• Lead and deliver BREEAM assessments from pre-assessment through to certification
• Act as the primary point of contact for BREEAM-related queries across project teams
• Produce and review SBEM calculations and support compliance with Part L and Part O regulations
• Undertake life cycle assessments using One Click LCA
• Provide clear, actionable sustainability advice to clients and design teams
• Support delivery of net zero carbon strategies and environmental performance targets
• Ensure projects align with relevant environmental standards and legislation

• Proven experience delivering BREEAM assessments (essential)
• Strong working knowledge of SBEM and UK Building Regulations (Part L & Part O)
• Experience using One Click LCA for lifecycle/embodied carbon analysis
• Background in built environment sustainability consultancy
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teams

• Experience with additional certifications (e.g. LEED, WELL, NABERS)
• Knowledge of ESG frameworks and net zero strategies

This is an opportunity to take a lead role in BREEAM delivery within a highly respected design practice, working on impactful, high-profile projects while developing your technical expertise in a supportive environment.