Overview
Role: BREEAM Assessor
Location: Manchester - hybrid
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time, permanent
Penguin Recruitment are representing a well-established and fast-growing sustainability consultancy within the built environment, who are seeking an experienced BREEAM Assessor to join their expanding sustainability team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of commercial and residential projects across the UK while benefiting from flexible, remote working.
What’s Offered
* Structured training and ongoing professional development with clear progression pathways.
* Company-provided equipment (laptop, phone).
* Private medical insurance.
* Professional memberships and BREEAM re-licensing costs covered.
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Regular team days and industry networking events.
* Strong long-term career prospects, including senior and management-level roles as the team grows.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver BREEAM assessments across various schemes, including Commercial, Residential, Education, and Mixed-Use developments.
* Manage projects from feasibility through to final certification.
* Provide early-stage sustainability and BREEAM strategy advice to clients and design teams.
* Prepare BREEAM reports, evidence trackers, and technical submissions.
* Liaise with BRE, clients, architects, contractors, and local authorities.
* Support design teams in achieving targeted BREEAM ratings cost-effectively.
* Review technical drawings, specifications, and design information for compliance.
* Contribute to internal process improvements and best-practice guidance.
* Support and mentor junior sustainability consultants and assessors.
Requirements
* Licensed BREEAM Assessor (any current scheme).
* Minimum 2 years' experience delivering BREEAM assessments within a consultancy environment.
* Strong knowledge of BREEAM methodology, evidence requirements, and BRE processes.
* Excellent report-writing and communication skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.
Desirable
* BREEAM AP qualification or willingness to work towards it.
* Experience with additional sustainability services (EPCs, SAP/SBEM, Energy Statements).
* Knowledge of UK Building Regulations and planning policy.
* Experience supporting Net Zero, Whole Life-Cycle Carbon, or ESG reporting.
Interested in this or any other Sustainability and Energy roles, please do not hesitate to contact Caitlin Richards.
This is a permanent role.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
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