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Senior / Principal / Associate Sustainability Engineer
City of London | Up to £75k

Are you a sustainability professional looking to lead and shape innovative design solutions? A leading global consultancy is seeking a Principal / Associate Sustainability Engineer to drive the delivery of key projects and provide leadership within their growing Property & Buildings division. If you have at least 6 years of experience delivering Building Physics or Whole Life Carbon services, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

About the Sustainability Team
This consultancy's Sustainability Team delivers innovative solutions across diverse sectors, including commercial, mixed-use, healthcare, life sciences, education, historic refurbishment, and defence projects. Their portfolio features prestigious UK and international projects across Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia, making this a dynamic and rewarding environment to grow your career.

With teams based across the UK and supported by an offshore team, the firm emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence to deliver impactful sustainability outcomes.

About the Role
As a Principal / Associate Sustainability Engineer, you will lead the delivery of sustainability services on major projects while mentoring and guiding your team. Key responsibilities include:
* Leading the technical delivery of sustainability services in either Building Physics or Whole Life Carbon Analysis & Embodied Carbon.
* Providing strategic oversight on high-profile projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction.
* Acting as the primary client contact, managing relationships, influencing design decisions, and driving business development.
* Coordinating and managing projects, overseeing timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure seamless execution.
* Mentoring and supporting senior and junior team members, fostering growth and technical development.
* Preparing fee proposals
* Managing the resources and budgets of your team

What We're Looking For
* At least 6 years of experience delivering Building Physics (e.g., thermal or energy modelling) or Whole Life Carbon Analysis.
* Demonstrated leadership skills, with experience managing teams and mentoring colleagues.
* Strong client-facing and communication skills, with a proven track record of managing client relationships and influencing design decisions.
* A strategic mindset, capable of driving technical excellence while identifying opportunities for growth and innovation.
* Collaborative approach to working with multidisciplinary teams.

Why Join This Consultancy?
* Impactful Projects: Work on prestigious, high-profile projects in the UK and internationally.
* Leadership Opportunities: Be at the forefront of shaping a growing team and business unit.
* Career Development: Enjoy a clear path to further leadership roles, supported by a commitment to professional development.
* Collaborative Culture: Join a team of industry leaders dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions.

Whether you're working in the larger corporate companies or a small SME this is certainly one to take note of. Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for further info on the email below, we can arrange a confidential conversation anytime to suit you.

Your expert recruitment consultant is Lakshman Sivanesan, call today on 0207 422 7463 or email [email protected]. Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Sustainability Manager
London | Up to £60k

Lead sustainability on some of London's most exciting workplace projects.

This is your chance to join a leading fit-out specialist with a bold commitment to embedding sustainability at the heart of everything they do. Known for delivering high-quality, people-first workspaces, they are now looking for an experienced Sustainability Manager to help drive their Net Zero, ESG, and certification agenda forward.

In this role, you'll not only ensure projects achieve the highest sustainability standards - you'll also play a pivotal role in winning new business, working closely with senior leaders to craft compelling bids, pitch to clients, and showcase the consultancy's environmental expertise in tender interviews.

What you'll do
As Sustainability Manager, you will:
* Lead sustainability input across the tender process - writing bids, developing strategies, and pitching directly to clients to secure work.
* Deliver BREEAM and WELL certifications, acting as a trusted AP across multiple projects.
* Define and implement Net Zero and ESG strategies for clients and projects.
* Champion sustainability through every stage of the project lifecycle, from early design to completion.
* Drive carbon reduction, circular economy, and resource efficiency initiatives on-site.
* Collaborate with the supply chain to embed sustainability requirements and achieve measurable outcomes.
* Use digital platforms such as Procore and Qflow to capture, analyse, and report sustainability performance.
* Contribute to internal ESG strategy and innovation, helping to shape the future of sustainable fit-out delivery.

About you
We're looking for someone who brings:
* Strong experience in sustainability within the fit-out or construction sector.
* Accreditation as a BREEAM AP and/or WELL AP, with a track record of delivering certifications.
* Demonstrated success in tendering, bid writing, and client pitching, with the confidence to influence at senior level.
* Solid understanding of Net Zero Carbon strategies and ESG principles in the built environment.
* Knowledge of additional frameworks (LEED, SKA, NABERS UK) is desirable.
* Excellent communicator and collaborator, able to build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and the wider supply chain.

Why join?
* Play a pivotal role in winning and delivering high-profile projects in London's workplace market.
* Join a business with a reputation for innovation, quality, and client focus.
* Take ownership of sustainability strategy, with the autonomy to make your mark and shape future service offerings.
* Be part of a supportive, people-focused company that values growth, learning, and fresh ideas.

If you're passionate about sustainability and want to combine technical expertise with client-facing influence, this role gives you the platform to do both. Apply today to lead the charge in sustainable fit-out.

Whether you're working in the larger corporate companies or a small SME this is certainly one to take note of. Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for further info on the email below, we can arrange a confidential conversation anytime to suit you.

Your expert recruitment consultant is Lakshman Sivanesan, call today on 0207 422 7463 or email [email protected] Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Director Of Sustainability - Multi Disciplinary Consulting Engineer
London
Up to £110,000 plus Benefits

We are working with a leading international engineering and design consultancy that is seeking a Director of Sustainability to establish, shape, and grow a brand-new sustainability division. This role will see you at the forefront of driving sustainable strategies across major building and infrastructure projects spanning the UK, Europe, and the Middle East.

As Director, you will be responsible for leveraging an existing and well-established client base, helping to embed a strong sustainability offering across the business, whilst simultaneously bringing in new clients and projects. You will build and develop your own team within the first year, setting the foundation for long-term growth and creating a market-leading capability in this space.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll be expected to demonstrate strong work-winning experience, client relationship skills, and the ability to operate at both strategic and delivery level. You'll take ownership of building a sustainable pipeline, managing and growing your team, and ensuring commercial performance.

If successful, you will progress toward Regional Director level with full P&L responsibility, giving you the platform to lead the division with autonomy and vision.

This is a rare opportunity to join a global consultancy at a pivotal stage of growth, shaping a sustainability offering that will influence some of the most exciting projects in the industry. For more information please don't hesitate to reach out for a confidential conversation at a time to suit you.

Your expert recruitment consultant is Jamie Wynne, call today on 0207 422 7463 or email [email protected] Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Director of Sustainability
Up to £110k + Benefits
City of London

The London office of a global multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy is searching for a Director of Sustainability to lead and grow a pre-existing sustainable design team within the building services industry.

It's an exciting role which will see the right individual be more hands-off with the delivery of projects but instead take a leading role in growing the profile of the business, be the face of their sustainability offering and oversee the growth of the team and your own P&L.

Whilst sustainability and sustainable design will be your focus, it's important to remember that you will be working very closely with the other disciplines in the business. Therefore, an understanding of Civils, Structures, MEP and Façade Engineering is key to excelling in this role.

The right individual is someone who is wants to be get out of the office as much as possible, attend conferences and network with your industry peers. It's someone who has the attitude to drive the growth of our client's presence within the sustainability market which will, in turn, develop new business, bring in more projects and facilitate the growth of the team.

If you are currently an aspiring Associate Director or a fully fledged work winning Director and have a background in one or more of the following specialisms within sustainability and are keen to push yourself in this type of role, please get in touch.
* Green Building Certifications
* Whole Life Carbon Analysis and Embodied Carbon
* Building Physics / Energy Modelling
* Net Zero Strategies

Whether you're working in the larger corporate companies or a small SME this is certainly one to take note of. Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for further info on the email below, we can arrange a confidential conversation anytime to suit you.

Your expert recruitment consultant is Lakshman Sivanesan, call today on 0203 148 3872 or email [email protected]. Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Sustainability Consultant - Net Zero Carbon (2-Month FTC)
City of London
Up to £50k pro rata

A leading sustainability and environmental consultancy is looking for a Sustainability Consultant to join their ESG & Net Zero team on a short-term contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an industry-first pilot on Net Zero Carbon Standards, aimed at defining how the UK can achieve net-zero buildings through a whole-life carbon approach that addresses both operational and embodied carbon.

The Role
You'll split your time between:
* Data analytics - analysing over 40,000 data points to shape net-zero strategies and reporting
* Net Zero Carbon Audits - evaluating asset-level performance and identifying pathways to reduce carbon emissions

You'll be part of a collaborative team working on projects that deliver real-world impact across real estate, development, and investment.

About You
* Degree in engineering or architecture (essential)
* Ideally 2-3 years' experience working on operational energy and embodied carbon assessments
* Strong data analysis skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate findings effectively
* Familiarity with Net Zero frameworks, whole-life carbon thinking, and UK sustainability standards
* A proactive, collaborative mindset and good communication skills

Why Apply?
* Contribute to a pioneering project shaping the future of Net Zero Carbon Standards in the UK
* Apply your technical expertise to work that has measurable environmental impact
* Be part of an innovative, supportive team even within a short-term role
* Flexible hybrid working in a dynamic consultancy environment

Interested in helping define how buildings achieve net-zero? Apply now or get in touch to learn more.

Whether you're working in the larger corporate companies or a small SME this is certainly one to take note of. Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for further info on the email below, we can arrange a confidential conversation anytime to suit you.

Your expert recruitment consultant is Lakshman Sivanesan, call today on 0207 422 7463 or email [email protected] Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Principal Environmental Engineer - Sustainability Team
Up to £70k
London

A leading design-focused consultancy is looking for a Principal Environmental Engineer to join their growing sustainability team. This is an exciting opportunity to take a senior technical role in a business that collaborates closely with architects and clients to embed sustainability from concept through to delivery.

The Role
As Principal Environmental Engineer, you'll act as the technical lead in one of two specialist areas:

* Building Physics - dynamic thermal modelling, overheating analysis, energy compliance and developing performance-led design strategies or
* Whole Life Carbon (WLC) - embodied carbon analysis, life cycle assessments, circular economy strategies and advising on Net Zero carbon.

You'll work alongside multidisciplinary design teams, supporting sustainable design decisions and adding value across a range of project types, from commercial and residential to cultural and mixed-use developments.

Key responsibilities include:
* Leading project deliverables and providing deep technical expertise in your specialist area
* Engaging directly with architects, clients and design teams to shape sustainable design strategies
* Presenting technical findings and sustainability roadmaps to clients and stakeholders
* Mentoring junior sustainability consultants and helping grow team capability
* Keeping up to date with best practice, emerging tools, and evolving regulations

About You
* Strong experience in sustainable design or environmental engineering consultancy
* Technical expertise in either Building Physics (e.g., IES-VE, TM52/54/59) or WLC/embodied carbon assessments (e.g., OneClick LCA or similar)
* Confident communicator with the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts
* Collaborative and design-minded, keen to influence projects early in the design process
* Experience delivering technical work on diverse projects and coordinating with clients and design teams

Why Apply?
* Take a technical leadership role in a respected, design-led sustainability team
* Contribute to architecturally distinctive and sustainable projects
* Enjoy a flexible working culture, supportive team environment and real opportunities for career progression
* Shape the delivery of performance-driven, low-carbon and impactful design strategies

Whether you're working in the larger corporate companies or a small SME this is certainly one to take note of. Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for further info on the email below, we can arrange a confidential conversation anytime to suit you.

Your expert recruitment consultant is Lakshman Sivanesan, call today on 0207 422 7463 or email [email protected] Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Intermediate - Senior Sustainability Consultant
Up to £55k
London

Are you a passionate sustainability professional ready to take the next step in your career? A growing, design-led consultancy is seeking an Intermediate - Senior Sustainability Consultant to join their London team and support the delivery of integrated sustainability strategies across a wide range of sectors.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, close-knit environment that champions collaboration, creativity, and meaningful impact-on projects spanning commercial, residential, education, healthcare, science, and heritage.

The Role
As part of the sustainability team, you'll support and lead on a range of services, including:
* Building performance modelling and building physics
* Passivhaus Design
* Delivery of green building certifications (BREEAM, WELL, LEED)
* Whole Life Carbon and Embodied Carbon assessments

You don't need to be an expert in every area-this is a flexible role for someone with strengths in at least two of these core service lines and a desire to continue learning and growing in others.

About You
* 3-7 years' experience in sustainability consultancy or a related field
* Experience in at least two of the following: building physics, certifications, WLCA
* Familiarity with tools like IES-VE, OneClick LCA, SAP/SBEM, or similar
* Strong communicator with experience engaging design teams and clients
* Motivated, hands-on, and passionate about practical, design-integrated sustainability

Why Apply?
* Join a growing team delivering innovative and purposeful sustainability work
* Contribute to architecturally exciting, design-led projects with real-world impact
* Enjoy benefits like a 9-day fortnight, 8% pension, and strong professional development support
* Be part of a collaborative environment that encourages growth, autonomy, and career progression

Whether you're working in the larger corporate companies or a small SME this is certainly one to take note of. Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for further info on the email below, we can arrange a confidential conversation anytime to suit you.

Your expert recruitment consultant is Lakshman Sivanesan, call today on 0207 422 7463 or email [email protected] Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.