Principal Sustainability Consultant
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Principal Sustainability Consultant
Employer: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Ltd. Location: England. Salary: Competitive. Closing date: 25 May 2026. Sector: Consultancy. Role: Consultant. Contract Type: Permanent. Hours: Full Time.
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Overview
The opportunity: Join a progressive and highly regarded environmental consultancy that is shaping the future of sustainable development across the UK and beyond. With a strong reputation for delivering innovative, practical solutions, the organisation partners with clients to tackle complex environmental challenges and drive meaningful, lasting impact. As a Principal Consultant within a growing Sustainability Team, you'll play a central role in leading high-profile projects that turn ambitious environmental goals into measurable outcomes. This position offers the chance to combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery—guiding clients, building trusted relationships, and mentoring emerging talent—while contributing to a business that is genuinely committed to positive change.
Experience Required
- Whole life / embodied carbon – including detailed modelling, reporting, and strong knowledge of current industry standards.
- Circular economy – providing advice on materials and design, as well as relevant reporting.
- Broader sustainability – developing sustainability briefs and coordinating across planning, design, and certification processes (eg. BREEAM).
Key Responsibilities
- Managing the day-to-day delivery of sustainability projects.
- Leading and developing embodied carbon modelling, particularly using OneClick LCA.
- Facilitating workshops and technical meetings with design teams.
- Preparing fee proposals and costings for complex schemes.
- Acting as the primary client contact for assigned projects.
- Monitoring project progress, risks, and budget adherence.
This Opportunity Offers
- A supportive working environment focused on professional development.
- Opportunities to work on meaningful, high-impact projects.
- Hybrid working options for greater flexibility.
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
If this is of interest, reach out to Ethan Williams on or click apply.