Principal Sustainability Consultant - remote (UK)
£60,000 – £70,000 per annum
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of a growing consultancy seeking a Principal Sustainability Consultant to join their expanding Sustainability and Building Performance team. This senior-level position is ideal for a professional with strong expertise in building performance modelling, energy compliance, and environmental analysis, combined with proven leadership and client-facing experience.
In this role, you will take the lead on delivering sustainability strategies across a wide range of development projects. You will oversee project delivery, mentor consultants within the team, and play a key role in supporting client relationships and business growth.
Although this position is fully remote, candidates must be based in the UK.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the delivery of sustainability and building performance services across multiple projects
Manage and mentor sustainability consultants, supporting the development of junior team members
Carry out advanced building performance analysis, including dynamic simulation modelling
Lead complex sustainability assessments and ensure projects are delivered successfully
Provide strategic and technical guidance to support client objectives
Contribute to business development, including preparing fee proposals and engaging with clientsTechnical Responsibilities
Dynamic simulation modelling using IES VE
Overheating assessments in accordance with CIBSE TM59, TM52, Part O and BB101
Operational energy modelling (TM54)
Part L compliance using SBEM (L2A and L2B) and EPC production
Daylight and planning analysis
Low and zero carbon feasibility studies
Heating and cooling load calculations
BREEAM assessments, including credits such as ENE01, ENE04, HEA01, and HEA04Leadership & Business Responsibilities
Lead and mentor sustainability consultants within the team
Support recruitment and hiring processes
Deliver internal knowledge-sharing presentations
Assist with financial planning, fee forecasting, and project profitability
Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationshipsRequirements
Degree in Sustainability, Building Physics, Environmental Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline
Extensive experience in building performance modelling and sustainability consultancy
Strong proficiency with IES VE and SBEM
Solid understanding of UK building regulations and sustainability frameworks
Experience managing projects and mentoring team members
Excellent communication and client engagement skillsBenefits
Fully remote working within the UK
Competitive salary (£60,000 – £65,000)
Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile development projects
Career progression within a growing sustainability team
Ongoing professional development supportIf you are interested in this Principal Sustainability Consultant opportunity, please apply now or contact Callum at Aztrum for a confidential discussion.
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