Sustainability Consultant; Energy

Overview

A highly regarded, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a national presence is looking to appoint a Sustainability Consultant to join their growing team in Bristol. The business is widely recognised as an industry leader in sustainable design, with a Sustainability group embedded across every office in their network. Their approach is innovative and ambitious, operating at the forefront of environmental consultancy – from complex energy modelling and whole life carbon assessments through to BREEAM, WELL, and HQM certifications across a broad range of sectors and project types.

You will work across a varied portfolio of projects, taking a hands‑on role in the delivery of sustainability strategies and environmental assessments from early design stages through to completion. Responsibilities will span:

• Development and delivery of holistic sustainability strategies
• Energy performance modelling and building performance simulation (including operational energy and overheating)
• Embodied carbon calculations and circular economy consultancy
• Production of planning documents including sustainability statements, energy statements, whole life carbon reports, and circular economy statements
• Supporting the development of net zero carbon strategies for new and existing developments
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members across work‑stream delivery

Experience working within a sustainability or engineering consultancy in the built environment sector.

Degree in engineering, environmental science, or a related discipline.

Technical competence across one or more of: energy performance modelling (PartL, NABERS, Apache

HVAC, Passivhaus), whole life carbon assessment (One Click or similar), or net zero carbon strategy.

Strong communication skills with the ability to engage clients and design teams effectively.

A genuine passion for sustainability and a drive to deliver real environmental outcomes.

• Hybrid and flexible working
• Private medical cover, EV salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and more

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