Sustainability Consultant - Luton - Up to £60K
About the Company
Our client is a leading Civils Contractor business delivering high-quality projects across commercial, sports stadia and infrastructure sectors, with increasing regulatory requirements and client demand for low-carbon, environmentally responsible developments, sustainability sits at the heart of our growth strategy.
Role Purpose
As a Sustainability Consultant you will lead and support the delivery of environmental and sustainability strategies across pre-construction and live projects. The role will ensure compliance with UK environmental legislation, support net-zero ambitions, and enhance environmental performance in line with industry best practice.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategy & Compliance
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Support implementation of the company’s sustainability strategy and net-zero roadmap.
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Ensure compliance with UK environmental legislation.
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Advise project teams on alignment with BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) and other sustainability frameworks.
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Monitor and report on carbon, waste, water, and biodiversity metrics.
2. Pre-Construction Support
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Contribute to tender submissions with sustainability statements and carbon reduction plans.
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Provide embodied carbon assessments.
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Advise on sustainable material selection and modern methods of construction (MMC).
3. Project Delivery
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Work closely with Design Managers, Commercial teams, and Site Managers to embed sustainable solutions throughout project lifecycles.
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Manage BREEAM / LEED assessments where applicable.
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Oversee site environmental management plans (SEMPs).
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Support ISO 14001 environmental management system compliance.
4. Carbon & Net Zero
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Lead whole-life carbon assessments.
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Identify opportunities for energy efficiency, renewable technologies, and circular economy solutions.
5. Stakeholder Engagement
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Engage with clients, consultants, supply chain partners, and local authorities.
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Deliver sustainability training and awareness sessions for internal teams.
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Support ESG reporting and external communications.
Person Specification
Essential
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3+ years’ experience in sustainability within the UK construction or built environment sector.
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Strong knowledge of UK planning, environmental legislation, and sustainability certifications (e.g., BREEAM).
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Experience conducting whole-life carbon assessments.
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Strong analytical and reporting skills.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Key Competencies
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Strategic thinking with commercial awareness
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Data-driven decision making
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Problem solving and innovation
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Influencing and negotiation
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Project management skills
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Commitment to continuous improvement