Senior Sustainability Consultant - (1873)

Hoare Lea; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Senior Sustainability Consultant - (1873)

Location: Cardiff - Cardiff, CF23 8RD GB (Primary)

Job Type: Full Time

Category: Sustainability

About us: Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.

About the role: We have a brand-new opportunity for a Senior Sustainability Consultant to join our team based in our Cardiff office. It's an exciting time to be part of our broader Sustainability group which has a presence in every Hoare Lea office across the country. We provide a diverse sustainability consultancy service promoting sustainable development for a range of projects, across all sectors. Our Sustainability Group is an industry leader in its approach to sustainability design, construction and building operation. Focused on achieving ever greater standards of environmental sustainability, the Group thrives on its dynamic, innovative, and ambitious working culture. This is a rare opportunity to grow not only your own career, but the industry approach to your field of expertise as a whole.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop holistic sustainability strategies.
2. Lead the delivery of environmental assessments (such as BREEAM, WELL, HQM, etc) from early design stages through to completion.
3. Undertake a range of modelling and assessment, which may include but not limited to: embodied carbon of materials, circular economy opportunities, building performance simulation, operational energy use, energy generation, overheating.
4. Support development of energy strategies with our clients to lead sustainability innovation on a series of developments.
5. Support the training of graduate members of the team.
6. Work with other members of the team on research and development initiatives to allow us to stay at the cutting edge of knowledge in our industry.
7. Engage directly with industry undertaking research and development studies, and authoring industry guidance.

About you: You are likely to have some knowledge and competence in a selection of the following fields:

1. BREEAM, HQM, WELL, Fitwel assessments.
2. Bespoke sustainability charters.
3. Production of planning documents including sustainability statements, energy statements, whole life carbon reports and circular economy statements.
4. Environmental Impact Assessments.

Experience in the following would also be advantageous:

1. Whole life carbon assessments – using OneClick or other methodologies.
2. Net zero carbon strategies and embodied carbon calculations.
3. Circular Economy Statements.
4. Energy performance modelling – ApacheHVAC, Building Regulations Part L, NABERS, Passivhaus.

To be successful in this role you will need:

1. Experience working within the built environment sector.
2. Already working within a sustainability or engineering consultancy, you will be looking for a new challenge within a practice at the very forefront of our field.
3. You will bring expertise (with a degree in engineering / science, and experience in the field) and a passion for creating sustainable solutions.
4. You will relish being part of a dynamic team within a progressive and well-respected firm.
5. You will have good communication skills and an enthusiasm for working within a team environment.
6. Like us, you will be serious about sustainability.

How to apply: To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact [e-mail]. If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.

Adjustments and accommodations: If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know.

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