Senior Sustainability Consultant

About Us:

We are no ordinary engineers. We are activists for a new kind of engineering profession, where technical prowess with creative ingenuity is seamlessly integrated and in which our craft is re-evaluated by both clients and collaborators.

We are a leading civil and structural engineering consultancy, we embrace progressive ideals, undertaking complex projects with a commitment to environmental stewardship. Our portfolio spans diverse sectors, characterised by designs that marry flair with functionality, earning us numerous industry accolades.

Joining us means becoming part of an exceptional team united in vision and purpose. Our dedication to innovation extends beyond project work to the cultivation of a vibrant, inclusive employee community. It's this culture of diversity and collaboration that sets us apart and defines our success.

The Role:

We’re looking for a talented and mission-driven Senior Sustainability Consultant to join our London team.

You’ll lead the delivery of sustainability strategies across a diverse range of UK built environment projects, acting as a trusted advisor to clients and design teams. With strong BREEAM expertise, you’ll take ownership of complex assessments while advising on sustainable design, embodied carbon, energy performance, circular economy and planning requirements.

You’ll also play an important role in developing our team, sharing your expertise and supporting junior colleagues through coaching and line management.

Essential Experience:

You will have the following:

• 5+ years’ experience within a UK built environment consultancy.

• Strong experience independently delivering BREEAM assessments across a range of building typologies.

• In-depth knowledge of London planning policies and their application to development projects.

• Practical knowledge of embodied carbon and life-cycle assessment (LCA).

• Understanding and experience of applying circular design principles.

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, budgets and deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence advising clients and presenting complex information.

• A collaborative and positive approach, with the ability to coach and support junior team members.

• A genuine passion for sustainability and creating a positive impact on the built environment.

Responsibilities:

Your duties will include:

• Leading and managing complex BREEAM assessments from concept through to post-construction.

• Advising clients and multidisciplinary design teams on sustainability strategies and opportunities.

• Supporting the preparation of sustainability, energy and planning statements and navigating relevant regulations.

• Providing advice on embodied carbon, LCA, circular economy and sustainable design.

• Managing project scope, budgets, deliverables, risks and client relationships.

• Representing Elliott Wood confidently in client and design team meetings.

• Developing client relationships, gathering feedback and supporting fee proposals and business development opportunities.

• Producing clear, impactful reports, presentations and technical information.

• Coaching and supporting junior team members, including potential line management responsibility.

• Sharing knowledge across the team and contributing to the continued development of our sustainability services and expertise.

Why Elliott Wood:

If you are a progressive and talented engineer eager to influence those around you with the same level of understanding and empathy that you bring to your engineering work, we invite you to join us. We hope you share our interest in the transformative impact infrastructure can have on the built environment and are enthusiastic about playing an integral role in our ongoing practice and growth strategy.

We offer:

• A hybrid working environment.

• A nurturing, collaborative, creative environment.

• Active encouragement and support to pursue further job-related education and/or skills training.

• An extensive range of benefits from health insurance to gym cover, weekly learning programme, bonus and more.

• Being part of an awesome and talented team.

Some of our Benefits:

• Flexible working and hybrid working

• Life and income insurance

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Private Health Cover

• Health Cash plan - offering over £1k of cash and discounts to support day-to-day health and wellbeing treatments

• Monthly contribution to fitness related expenses

• Discretionary bonus scheme

• 6% employer pension contribution

• Regular career and development conversations

• Access to our weekly Academy Learning Programme

• 25 days annual leave (with an option to buy up to 5 extra days) and increasing with service

• Opportunity to be gifted up to 4 ‘me days’ per year

• Tax free savings for Cycle Scheme and Childcare fees

• Enhanced maternity leave (up to 26 weeks full pay) and paternity leave (4 weeks full pay)

Elliott Wood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us and be a part of a team where your civil engineering skills will thrive! If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a company where you can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team and contribute to the future of our business.