Principle Sustainability Consultant
Cardiff
I’m partnering with a leading engineering and sustainability consultancy known for delivering innovative, low-carbon design solutions across the built environment. They are now looking to appoint a Principal Sustainability Engineer to join their growing team.
1. Proven experience working as a Sustainability Consultant at Senior or Principal level
2. Strong technical knowledge in energy and building performance modelling
3. Proficiency with tools such as IES VE, Elmhurst, Part L and Part O assessments
4. Experience delivering environmental and wellbeing assessments (e.g., BREEAM, WELL, HQM)
5. Ability to lead sustainability workstreams across all RIBA stages
6. Demonstrated project leadership, including resource coordination and team oversight
7. Experience supporting planning applications and working with local authorities
8. Strong communication skills, including leading workshops and presenting to design teams
9. Ability to delegate, review work, and support the development of junior team members
Desirable Criteria
10. Experience with operational energy modelling (TM54, ApacheSim, ApacheHVAC)
11. Knowledge of NABERS UK or Design for Performance frameworks
12. Experience with whole life carbon assessments and tools such as OneClick LCA
13. Understanding of Passivhaus methodologies (e.g., PHPP)
14. Experience preparing circular economy statements or wider sustainability strategies
15. Involvement in fee proposal development
16. Line management experience
17. Working towards Chartership (Chartered status highly advantageous)
Company Benefits
18. Supportive, people-focused working culture with strong professional development pathways
19. Opportunity to work on innovative, high-profile, industry-leading sustainability projects
20. Regular involvement in wider industry initiatives and technical excellence groups
21. Flexible working arrangements, including progressive working patterns
22. Generous annual leave allowance
23. Private medical cover
24. Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
25. Opportunities for internal progression and cross-discipline collaboration
26. Inclusive workplace environment with community groups and social events