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Principal/Associate Sustainability and Carbon Consultant, Manchester
Location: Manchester, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 6959c2bcc254
Job Views: 29
Posted: 12.08.2025
Expiry Date: 26.09.2025
Job Description:
Our team continues to grow, and we are seeking a Sustainability and Carbon Leader who is a highly capable Sustainability and Carbon specialist with extensive experience in embedding sustainability into large scale infrastructure projects and corporate strategies.
Although the location is flexible, preference will be given to those who can work out of our Bristol or London offices. Note that there is a separate vacancy specific to Manchester.
AtkinsRéalis is a leading design, engineering, and project management consultancy with over 30,000 employees worldwide. We offer the opportunity to shape exciting projects for future generations and to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Do you want to support our clients in creating a more sustainable future?
Our Sustainability and Carbon team advises clients on decarbonisation strategies, performance improvements, and sustainability assessments across various sectors including energy, water, transport, and government. We leverage digital tools to deliver industry-leading solutions.
The successful candidate will collaborate across teams and project lifecycles, creating positive sustainable change for high-profile clients across the UK. We value capability, eagerness to learn, and supporting others’ development.
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Key Responsibilities:
* Lead on carbon, sustainability, and net zero initiatives for infrastructure projects and strategic clients.
* Develop innovative strategies, designs, and management plans related to sustainability and decarbonisation.
* Manage and coordinate sustainability inputs on major projects.
* Represent the company externally and build reputation.
* Support bid proposals and ensure consistency in submissions.
Requirements:
* Degree in environmental or engineering discipline; Chartered status with a relevant professional body.
* Experience in carbon accounting, decarbonisation, sustainability assessments, and related areas.
* Strong report writing, communication, and presentation skills tailored to diverse audiences.
* Knowledge of UK sustainability and carbon standards used in infrastructure and corporate reporting.
* Passion for sustainability!
What we offer:
We support flexible working arrangements to accommodate individual needs, promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce with a healthy work-life balance.
Rewards and Benefits:
Competitive salary, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, options to buy or sell leave. Salary and benefits depend on experience and qualifications.
Training:
Access to extensive training and development programs, supporting professional memberships.
Additional Information:
This role may require security clearance, dependent on UKSV vetting process. Candidates should not disclose current or previous security clearances during application.
We promote diversity and inclusion, offering family-friendly policies, flexible working, and employee networks. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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Worker Type: Employee
Job Type: Regular
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