Senior Sustainability Consultant, Building Design
Atkins (part of the SNC-Lavalin Group) is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies, with over 50,000 employees worldwide. We are a leading provider of sustainability and low carbon services, providing a range of support and insight to large private and public-sector clients. This includes energy efficiency and carbon management services, asset management and whole life costing, as well as broader sustainability strategy services such post-occupancy evaluation and rating tools. Our five-year plan includes growing our services in early consultancy to support our clients’ strategic needs such as developing their energy strategies as well as growing post occupation asset management. At Atkins, we offer more than just a job. We offer an opportunity to make a difference and shape the world to benefit future generations and the natural environment.
Our UK Building Design practice has over 900 engineers and architects delivering projects across Cities & Development, Education, Residential, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Manufacturing, Highways, Water and Rail & Logistics buildings. We are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Sustainability Consultant to join our growing team of dedicated Building Design sustainability and carbon professionals and work with our clients at project level to drive carbon strategies and the transition to Net Zero. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with proven experience, looking to progress their career to the next level through working on high profile projects throughout the UK. We are looking to recruit a knowledgeable and skilled sustainability consultant with experience in delivering consultancy services for building design including: developing project specific sustainability targets, conducting multidisciplinary sustainability workshops, provision of technical advice and guidance in areas of circular economy, materials selection and waste minimisation, as well as advising on energy efficiency and low carbon technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead a team of project delivery consultants and liaise with project director/ manager/ technical lead/ reviewer responsible for new build and retrofit projects central and local government and other project promoters.
- Delivery and reporting on project sustainability targets, and liaison with project director/ manager/ technical lead/ reviewer responsible for new build and retrofit projects central and local government and other project promoters.
- Providing technical sustainability support to clients in a wide range of areas.
- Knowledgeable of UK Government policy and other industry initiatives that relate to energy use and sustainable developments.
- Generate good working relationships with internal and external clients
- Assistance with bid preparation, budgetary, project and team management/mentoring responsibilities.
Requirements
- The successful candidate will be educated to degree/higher degree level in a sustainability / environment / climate change / carbon management related discipline. You will possess carbon and net zero related expertise; a wide range of skill sets and a willingness to become involved in a broad selection of projects.
- Possess strong interpersonal skills and experience working collaboratively with a range of technical specialists at different levels.
- Be highly self-motivated, possessing strong enthusiasm and commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes.
- Be flexible, adaptable and prepared to take on new challenges and work from other Atkins or client office locations.
- Have strong report writing, communication and presentation skills.
- Have experience of UK climate change, carbon and net zero regulations, guidance and standards. Knowledge of international regulatory frameworks, guidance and standards would be an advantage.
- Knowledge of standards and methods for assessing and reporting on carbon performance of building design projects.
- Excellent verbal communicator with the ability to present with confidence to a wide range of audiences and communicate technical concepts simply and clearly.
- Excellent writing skills - clarity in scientific writing is key. Able to adapt writing style to produce documents for different types of audience, including non-specialists.
- Good working knowledge of BREEAM is essential, and candidates will ideally be certified as BREEAM Accredited Professional (Design & Site). Knowledge of WELL, LEED, NABERS etc. would be an advantage.
The Individual
- Highly motivated and proactive; focused on achieving and delivering technical excellence.
- Ability to engage and enthuse staff and clients.
- Strong technical performance.
- Skilled at collaborative working, have good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively.
- Flexible and prepared to take on new challenges.
- Well organised; able lead multiple projects running simultaneously.
- Attention to detail and desire to work to high standards consistently.
What we offer?
Atkins recognise that there are many well qualified people who are looking to further their career, but who cannot commit to full time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are interested to discuss how we can accommodate individual requirements. As part of this commitment, we understand the need for a diverse and flexible workforce, where a work-life balance is important. So, by default Atkins offers flexible working, where there is no fixed 9 ‘till 5, no need for a 5-day week, no requirement for a full-time contract, and no requirement to spend all your working time in the office.
Rewards and Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary that is regularly tested against other consultants with a default 25-days leave each year plus bank holidays and options to buy some or sell of that leave. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Please refer to our website for details of our full benefits package.
https://yourrewarduk.snclavalin.com/.
Training:
Atkins is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual’s abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.
Additional Information:
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer.
If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
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