Sustainability Consultant/Senior Sustainability Consultant

Vacancy typeCurrent vacanciesProfessionSustainabilityLocationManchesterDescriptionSustainability Consultant or Senior Sustainability ConsultantManchesterFull time, PermanentAbout the roleWe are seeking people who revel in the opportunity to work on challenging, high-profile projects in our stimulating, inter-disciplinary studios. You will have a unique opportunity to work on a diverse range of challenging projects in sectors including workplace, healthcare, education, historic buildings, sport, leisure and residential.We are seeking a professional to join our growing sustainability team. The successful candidate will have previous experience of providing built-environment related consultancy and environmental assessments and will possess an understanding of the environmental policy and legislative landscape and future trajectory.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be involved in, or lead on, the following workstreams:Sustainability strategies and monitoring frameworksNet zero carbon strategies and assessments (both operational and embodied)Material lifecycle assessments (embodied carbon assessments)Circularity assessmentsEnvironmental and wellbeing consultancy and assessments such as BREEAM, LEED, Ska and the WELL building StandardPost occupancy evaluationsNABERSESG consultancyThe successful candidate will join a team of specialist consultants working across all areas of the built environment. They will have experience of the planning, design, and construction industries (and associated processes) and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, resulting in the ability to articulate complex ideas and concepts effectively to clients with interdisciplinary teams. They will be able to demonstrate an ability to multi-task and have exemplary organisation skills.Their expertise should be borne from an enthusiasm for environmental sustainability, through the practical implementation of strategies that support environmental, social and economic sustainability at local, national and global levels. They will truly enjoy their work, maintaining a keen interest in the fast-paced agenda, and will be driven to develop the role and make a positive contribution to projects by advocating change.About usBDP is a leading, global, multidisciplinary design practice united by a shared purpose: to design a world that's built for good. For more than 60 years, we've been solving problems, creating innovative spaces, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From the start, we've been pioneers in the world of design, and our legacy is built on the meaningful, people-centred places we've brought to life.We are a diverse, international practice of architects, engineers, designers, and urbanists. We work closely with our clients, users, and communities to craft spaces for living, working, learning, and enjoying life across the globe. With studios spanning the UK, Ireland, Europe, Asia, and North America, our reach is as broad as our expertise. And since joining forces with Japan's Nippon Koei in 2016, our ability to deliver integrated, impactful design has only grown stronger.Our work is rooted in creativity, quality, and collaboration. We believe that great design removes barriers and opens new possibilities, all while meeting the demands of a constantly evolving world. Whether we're designing homes, workplaces, or public spaces, we always put people at the heart of our thinking, ensuring that the environments we create are not just functional, but also inclusive, beautiful, and socially and environmentally responsible. We're proud of the places we've shaped and the lives we've touched, and we are committed to continuing our mission of designing a better, more connected world—one that leaves every place better than we found it.Our Sustainability Group provides a wide range of services across building design to both internal and external clients. Our current suite of services include:Sustainability strategies and bespoke frameworksNet zero carbon strategies (operational and embodied carbon)Environmental assessments, including BREEAM, LEED, SKA and WELLProduction of planning documentation, including Sustainability and Energy Statements for PlanningEcological assessment and consultancyIn-use and post-occupancy evaluation and building optimisationKnowledge sharing and upskilling of the practiceBDP internal environmental management.About youQualifications and previous experienceRequiredA formal qualification in a sustainability/environmental management/built environment subjectPrevious relevant experience working in the field of sustainabilityExperience of BREEAM and the successful delivery of BREEAM assessmentsWorking knowledge of environmental and sustainability legislation and its applicability to UK development.The drive to explore new or emerging themes and dissemination as appropriateConfidence in preparing and delivering presentations to a wide range of internal and external stakeholdersExemplary written and spoken English, with experience of technical report writingExperience of delivering LEED, Ska or WELL Building Standard assessmentsExperience of using materials life cycle tools and software such as OneClick LCAExperience of carrying out circularity assessments and consultancy.Group ObjectivesTo evolve and expand the knowledge of the organisation, raising the company's profile for delivering consistently environmentally conscious places and buildingsTo ensure that the company develops and expands its environmental and sustainability services internally and externally, working to influence design proposals and lift design qualityTo become accepted as a resource for sustainable design advocacy and creativity, working closely with different teams to provide low impact, healthy and value added design solutionsTo work with the studios, profession heads and board of directors to ensure the sustainability agenda is communicated effectively throughout the practiceTo work to reduce the environmental impact of our day-to-day operations in line with our ISO 14001 and 50001 certifications.To be regarded as a thought leader for aspects of the sustainability agenda.BDP offersIn return, BDP can offer you a wide range of learning opportunities to encourage personal and professional career development. From sponsorship to profession led CPD events, we also offer annual appraisals and a mentoring scheme that is supported by our internal online learning platform.We are committed to being an employer of choice and offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package that includes an employee profit share scheme, tax efficient smart benefits, private medical insurance, life insurance, long term sickness insurance, interest free season ticket loans, health screening, opportunity to buy/swap holidays and enhanced maternity and paternity provision, plus many more.We offer regular international, and studio based social, sporting and charitable events. Some recent events include month-end socials, a hiking club, wellbeing webinars and toolbox talks. Our variety of employee forums gives everyone the platform to have a voice and be heard which drives cultural changes and helps to create an engaged, inclusive organisation.To find out on more detail about what BDP can offer you, please visit: To applyTo apply please click on the 'Apply' button below. You will then need to complete the online application form and attach a CV and cover letter (