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Senior Sustainability Consultant

Penguin Recruitment
Manchester
money-bag £43000 - £60000/annum Hybrid, Flexibility, Leading Client
Posted: 13 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 12 September 2026
Ref: 225492663

Senior Sustainability Consultant

Location: Edinburgh
Salary: -43,000 - -60,000
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
Working Pattern Flexible Working Arrangements



Overview

A leading employee-focused multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Senior Sustainability Consultant to join its growing sustainability team in Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Sustainability Consultant to take a leading role across high-profile, design-led projects while contributing to the development of sustainability services.

The successful Senior Sustainability Consultant will manage a range of projects, lead environmental assessments and provide sustainability advice throughout the project lifecycle. You will also have opportunities to support service development, mentor junior colleagues and build strong client relationships.



Benefits

  • -43,000 - -60,000 salary, depending on experience.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Six weeks'' holiday including bank holidays.
  • Competitive bonus scheme.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Professional membership subscription.
  • Support towards professional accreditation.
  • Career development and progression opportunities.
  • Inclusive and collaborative working environment.


Day-to-Day

  • As a Senior Sustainability Consultant, you will lead BREEAM, BREEAM International and WELL assessments across a variety of building projects. You will coordinate sustainability input, provide client advice and contribute to workshops, sustainability strategies and design team discussions.

  • The Senior Sustainability Consultant will also review technical processes, improve delivery standards and support the development of new business opportunities. You will supervise, mentor and support junior consultants while managing multiple projects and maintaining strong technical standards.



Qualifications

  • 6+ years'' sustainability assessment experience.
  • BREEAM Assessor qualification and strong project experience.
  • WELL AP qualification.
  • Experience managing multiple projects and supervising others.
  • Strong understanding of the construction process and built environment sustainability.
  • Excellent communication, organisational and client-facing skills.

Additional experience with Fitwel, LEED, BREEAM Domestic, Life Cycle Carbon, Circular Economy or Net Zero Carbon would be highly advantageous.

Apply today and make a difference!

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