Sustainability Consultant - BREEAM

We are seeking a Sustainability Consultant to join BDP's growing sustainability profession, with a particular focus on the delivery of BREEAM and environmental assessment services. The successful candidate will have a passion for sustainability in the built environment, demonstrated through relevant qualifications and practical experience of delivering environmental certification and sustainability outcomes on built environment projects.

The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team of specialist consultants working across all areas of the built environment. They will play a key role in the delivery of BREEAM assessments and sustainability strategies across a wide range of project sectors and scales, managing assessment processes from early design through to certification. They will work closely with clients, design teams and contractors, providing clear advice on sustainability requirements and supporting project teams in achieving ambitious environmental performance targets.

The role offers the opportunity to work alongside BDP's wider design professions, including architects, engineers, planners, landscape architects and interior designers, contributing to integrated and sustainable design solutions.

Candidates should be capable of working independently while also collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams. They will possess strong communication, analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

BDP 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 grew 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.

• A degree or equivalent qualification in sustainability, environmental design, architecture, engineering, environmental science or a related discipline.
• Experience of delivering or supporting BREEAM assessments on built environment projects.
• Strong understanding of sustainable design principles and their practical application within the built environment.
• Experience of coordinating and reviewing technical information and evidence from multiple project stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing and presentations.
• Strong numerical, analytical and…