Sustainability Consultant (BREEAM Specialist)
GBP30,000 : GBP40,000 Manchester Hybrid
Overview
My client is seeking an experienced BREEAM Sustainability Consultant to join their Manchester team. This role is focused on delivering BREEAM assessments across a diverse portfolio of projects, including workplace, healthcare, education, residential, and mixed:use developments.
You will play a key role in leading BREEAM certification processes, supporting compliance with UK Building Regulations, and contributing to wider sustainability strategies within a well:established, multidisciplinary design practice.
Benefits
* Employee profit share scheme
* Private medical, life, and income protection insurance
* Interest:free season ticket loan
* Flexible benefits and holiday options
* Ongoing CPD, mentoring, and structured career development
* Regular social, wellbeing, and team events
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and deliver BREEAM assessments from pre:assessment through to certification
* Act as the primary point of contact for BREEAM:related queries across project teams
* Produce and review SBEM calculations and support compliance with Part L and Part O regulations
* Undertake life cycle assessments using One Click LCA
* Provide clear, actionable sustainability advice to clients and design teams
* Support delivery of net zero carbon strategies and environmental performance targets
* Ensure projects align with relevant environmental standards and legislation
Requirements
* Proven experience delivering BREEAM assessments (essential)
* Strong working knowledge of SBEM and UK Building Regulations (Part L and Part O)
* Experience using One Click LCA for lifecycle/embodied carbon analysis
* Background in built environment sustainability consultancy
* Strong communication skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
Desirable
* Experience with additional certifications (e.g. LEED, WELL, NABERS)
* Knowledge of ESG frameworks and net zero strategies
Why Join?
This is an opportunity to take a lead role in BREEAM delivery within a highly respected design practice, working on impactful, high:profile projects while developing your technical expertise in a supportive environment.