Principal Carbon Consultant

2 weeks ago

Manchester, New Hampshire, United Kingdom SLR Consulting Full time

SLR is a global leader in end-to-end sustainability solutions: providing clients with strategic advice and on the ground support. Building on the success of our long-established Corporate Sustainability team, we are looking for an established Principal Consultant with a strong track record in the assessment of greenhouse gas emissions calculation and reporting, compliance, target setting and the development of Net Zero Carbon strategies to work alongside our experienced team of consultants, supporting in the delivery of high quality project outputs to our established client base. We are flexible regarding location, and whilst ideally Manchester based, we would be happy to consider appointments in Scotland or the South West of England.

You should be able to demonstrate strong analytical and numerical skills and be well organised, self-motivated and effective communicators with good interpersonal skills. A strong track record in Project management is essential. Experience of team leadership/line management and work winning will be considered an advantage.

About the role:

Examples of projects that you would be expected to help deliver might include

  • Greenhouse gas calculations and reporting of Scope 1, 2 and 3 carbon emissions in accordance with the GHG Protocol and similar methodologies and standards.
  • Calculations and reporting to support our client in accordance with Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) guidelines
  • Supporting clients in the preparation of submissions to CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project)
  • Identification and quantification of energy efficiency and carbon reduction opportunities on client sites through energy and decarbonisation site surveys and audits
  • Development of Net Zero Carbon strategies and pathways, both "top down" and "bottom up"
  • Development of corporate sustainability/ESG strategies
  • Supporting clients in the development, submission, and validation of targets in accordance with the methodology set out by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

About SLR

SLR are global leaders in environmental and advisory solutions helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with over 3400 staff across 6 regions – including over 1000 staff across Europe. SLR's 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business; providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development.

Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including a company pension and healthcare offering, travel and life insurance, critical illness cover and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day's annual leave, SLR offer agile working which allows staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, and our family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and family life.

About you:

If you think this could be the right role for you, we would love to hear from you. We envisage that you will be able to demonstrate:

  • Qualified to degree-level or higher, within a relevant science or engineering-related subject.
  • Chartered or Practitioner Member status of a relevant technical body, e.g. IEMA, Energy Institute, CIBSE, etc. Or the ability to demonstrate progress towards Chartership.
  • Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative as well as working effectively as part of a team
  • Track record in managing multiple complex projects, including client management, quality assurance and project administration
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate directly with our clients
  • Computer literacy including familiarity with the Microsoft Office in particular MS Excel
  • Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Willingness and ability to travel for short periods to undertake work (e.g. surveys) on client sites in both UK and overseas locations.
  • Ability and enthusiasm to quickly and independently upskill and support on new and developing standards an methodologies as they arise and become relevant to our clients.

It would be great although not essential if you could also bring:

  • Experience of the identification of energy and carbon reduction technologies and techniques, applicable to the built environment (ESOS Lead Assessor status beneficial)
  • Experience in Line Management of small teams
  • Track record in business development, including client management, proposal and bid writing
  • Full driving licence valid in UK.
  • Experience with specialist and sector specific emissions estimation (e.g. land sector & removals, cement and aggregates, process emissions)

We are open to hybrid working arrangements. The bulk of our team is based in the Manchester office and occasional e.g. weekly/fortnightly visits to the office would be beneficial to both the successful candidate and the wider team. We also have an office location in Leeds which would also be available as a work location, alongside occasional home working by agreement.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at SLR

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional DE&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently underrepresented at SLR, such as: LGBTQ+ people, ethic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent.

For more information on our commitment to DE&I, and the great work we are doing, please click here: https://www.slrconsulting.com/about/making-sustainability-happen/ and scroll to the bottom of the page.

To apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you, so click apply or you can submit your application at: www.slrconsulting.com/careers.

Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR.

SLR Commitment – All applicants with a disability who meet the essential requirements for the job will be guaranteed an interview in line with our Disability Confident Committed status.

Country: United Kingdom

Office: Bristol; Edinburgh; Exeter; Manchester

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