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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.

Associate Director - Building Surveying

One for ambitious, client-facing Building Surveyors ready to progress their careers with one of the most prestigious global consultancies, becoming an Associate Director in their Asset Consulting team.

Why this role?

Lead & grow - Shape the Building Surveying service and develop the team.

Projects with impact - From the British Museum to Birmingham Airport, no two are the same.

Collaborative culture - Work with incredible experts across disciplines to deliver sustainable, practical solutions for a who's who of enterprise customers & landmark buildings

You'll be:

Leading teams and directing high-profile projects.

Advising on performance, life-cycle planning, and creative reuse.

Building trusted client relationships and driving business growth.

You bring:

Chartered status (RICS, CIBSE or similar).

Experience leading complex, multidisciplinary projects.

Strong communication and client-facing skills.

A collaborative approach and focus on sustainability.

About the team
The Asset Consulting team helps clients get the most from their buildings, driving performance, flexibility, and long-term value across sectors from culture and education to aviation and heritage, based in part of an in-depth knowledge of built assets gleaned through design. With such a diverse portfolio and multiple business line, no two days are the same

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

Senior Building Physics Engineer
London | Up to £55k | Hybrid working

Deliver high-performance, low-carbon design on projects across the UK and beyond.

A leading global planning, engineering, and design consultancy is seeking a talented and motivated Senior Building Physics Engineer to join its growing team in London. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to landmark projects in the UK, the Middle East, and internationally - shaping buildings that perform as well in practice as they do on paper.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer with a strong background in building performance and energy modelling to take the next step in their career.

What you'll do
* Deliver high-quality building physics analysis across all stages of design, from early concept to detailed design and construction.
* Undertake dynamic thermal simulations, energy modelling, and overheating analysis to inform design decisions.
* Support operational energy modelling and compliance with Part L, TM52, TM54, and TM59.
* Use tools such as IES-VE to develop robust building performance strategies.
* Contribute to projects requiring NABERS / Design for Performance modelling and ApacheHVAC simulations (desirable).
* Advise design teams on energy efficiency, thermal comfort, and passive design strategies.
* Represent the consultancy in design team meetings, confidently challenging and influencing architects and consultants to drive low-carbon outcomes.
* Mentor and support junior engineers in their technical and professional development.
* Collaborate with colleagues across global offices to share knowledge and deliver innovative solutions.

About you
* Degree in Engineering, Building Physics, or a related discipline.
* 5+ years' experience in building physics and performance modelling.
* Strong knowledge of IES-VE (essential).
* Experience with ApacheHVAC and NABERS/Design for Performance modelling is desirable but not essential.
* Proven ability to deliver UK compliance modelling and building performance studies.
* Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage clients and influence design teams.
* Passion for sustainability and innovation in the built environment.
* Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) is desirable.

Why join?
* Work on prestigious projects across the UK and internationally, spanning commercial, residential, education, and mixed-use developments.
* Join a global consultancy with the scale to deliver major projects and the agility to innovate.
* Enjoy a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages growth, learning, and career progression.
* Competitive salary and benefits, with hybrid working and ongoing professional development support.

If you're ready to take on a senior role within a leading consultancy and shape the future of sustainable design, apply today.

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 Whole Life Carbon Consultant
London (Hybrid) | Up to £65k

Shape the pathway to Net Zero.

A forward-thinking sustainability consultancy is seeking a passionate and technically excellent Principal Whole Life Carbon Consultant to join their growing team. This is a leadership opportunity to drive forward impactful work on carbon reduction, guiding clients across real estate and development through the transition to net zero.

As a Principal, you'll lead on Whole Life Carbon assessments, embed low-carbon design principles, and provide strategic advice to clients. You'll also play a pivotal role in mentoring junior team members, developing service lines, and representing the consultancy externally as a thought leader in carbon management.

What you'll do
* Lead the delivery of Whole Life Carbon assessments and Embodied Carbon analysis on projects across multiple sectors.
* Use industry-standard tools such as OneClick LCA to calculate and report carbon impacts.
* Collaborate with design teams and clients to influence low-carbon strategies from early-stage concept design through delivery.
* Stay at the forefront of industry developments, including the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard and RICS methodologies.
* Mentor and support junior consultants, providing technical guidance and career development.
* Contribute to business development by supporting bids, proposals, and client presentations.
* Represent the consultancy at industry events, contributing to thought leadership and sector innovation.

About you
* Significant experience in Whole Life Carbon and Embodied Carbon consultancy.
* Strong knowledge of OneClick LCA (or similar carbon modelling tools).
* Familiarity with UK standards and best practice guidance (RICS, LETI, GLA, UKGBC).
* Confident communicator, able to influence design decisions and present to clients and stakeholders.
* Leadership skills, with prior experience mentoring or managing junior colleagues.
* Passionate about sustainability, carbon reduction, and driving the net zero agenda.

Why join?
* Be part of a consultancy at the forefront of the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard pilot.
* Deliver projects with a real impact, shaping low-carbon, climate-resilient outcomes.
* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team working across ESG, biodiversity, climate resilience, and social value.
* Enjoy a supportive culture that values innovation, learning, and career progression.
* Competitive salary and benefits package with hybrid working.

If you're an experienced WLC consultant ready to step up into a Principal role and lead on the delivery of net zero strategies, we'd love to hear from you.

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.

Our client is delivering a landmark infrastructure project with HS2. With over 50 ecologists, including species and botanical specialists, and support from the wider Natural Capital team, this is the largest ecological project in Europe.

They are seeking an experienced ecologist to take a leadership role in the design delivery team-guiding ecological design, ensuring biodiversity is protected and enhanced, and driving the project towards its No Net Loss goal. This involves embedding ecological mitigation into civil engineering and landscape design, while meeting HS2 standards, legal requirements, and industry best practice.

The role will bring inspiration, innovation, and technical expertise to the Natural Capital team. Responsibilities include producing high-quality ecological reports, managing protected species mitigation from design through monitoring, and ensuring habitat creation and enhancement measures are implemented and adapted based on real-world outcomes.

Key priorities include safeguarding existing habitats, assuring quality across contractor work, and managing ecological work packages to keep construction and mitigation aligned. When challenges arise, the successful candidate will help deliver practical solutions to keep the HS2 Green Corridor on track.

The right candidate will be a qualified ecologist, have experience on HS2 or a similar mega-project, preferable a CIEEM member, and will be an outstanding communicator and Team Player.

You will ideally be in a Principal role, or will be a Senior with management responsibility looking to develop.

In exchange, you will play a huge part in protecting the environment on a once-in-a-career project, settled into a welcoming, high-performing team, at a business absolutely at the top of their game.

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

Senior Associate - ESG & Sustainability Consulting
London | Hybrid | Up to £85k

Drive ESG transformation for some of the most influential investors and developers in real estate.

We are seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Senior Associate to join a high-performing ESG & Sustainability Consulting team. This is more than just another consulting role - it's a chance to lead from the front, shape the market, and make a tangible impact on how billions of pounds worth of assets transition to a net zero and climate-resilient future.

As a Senior Associate, you'll combine strategic ESG expertise with hands-on leadership of a 10+ person team, delivering solutions across fund, portfolio and asset level. You'll work directly with senior client stakeholders, win new business, and play a central role in growing the practice. If you want to be both a thought leader and a team builder, this is the role for you.

What You'll Do
* Lead the delivery of ESG strategies and frameworks for top-tier real estate investors, asset managers, and developers.
* Oversee reporting and compliance for CSRD, SFDR, EU Taxonomy, TCFD, GRESB and GRI, helping clients stay ahead of regulation.
* Act as a trusted senior advisor, guiding clients through material ESG issues, climate-related risks, and net zero pathways.
* Take ownership of business development, expanding accounts, winning new clients, and shaping innovative service lines.
* Manage financial performance, budgets, and resourcing for a growing portfolio of ESG projects.
* Lead and mentor a team of 10+ consultants, inspiring the next generation of ESG leaders.
* Represent the consultancy as a thought leader, bringing market insights and best practice into every client engagement.

About You
* A seasoned ESG or sustainability professional with 10+ years' experience, ideally with real estate or financial sector clients.
* Strong track record in growing accounts, securing new work, and developing new services.
* Proven ability to manage and inspire large teams (10+ consultants).
* Deep technical knowledge of ESG frameworks and reporting standards (GRESB, CSRD, SFDR, TCFD, GRI, EU Taxonomy).
* Commercially astute, with experience in budget management, forecasting, and client account leadership.
* A natural communicator, able to influence at board level and build trust with senior stakeholders.
* Degree in sustainability, engineering, real estate or related discipline professional membership (RICS, IEMA, CEnv) desirable.

Why Join?
* Work at the cutting edge of ESG in real estate, advising clients with some of the largest and most high-profile portfolios in Europe.
* Lead a 10+ strong ESG team, shaping its culture, direction, and growth.
* Be part of an entrepreneurial, fast-growing practice where your ideas directly shape services and client impact.
* Enjoy a flexible, supportive culture with hybrid working and continuous professional development.
* Competitive salary and market-leading benefits, with clear opportunities to progress to Director level.

If you're a senior ESG leader who wants to combine client influence, commercial growth, and the chance to lead one of the most dynamic ESG teams in the market - we'd love to hear from you.

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.

Associate Sustainability Consultant
London | Hybrid | Up to £75k

Lead the Charge Towards a Net Zero Future

Are you ready to step into a leadership role within a consultancy with ambitious growth plans? We're seeking an experienced Associate Sustainability Consultant to join a thriving sustainability team and take ownership of delivering industry-leading projects across the built environment.

This is a high-impact role where you'll lead a team of 7 sustainability specialists, manage major client accounts, and drive forward net zero, ESG, and green building certification strategies across a wide variety of sectors.

What You'll Do
* Lead and mentor a team of 7 consultants, providing guidance and professional development support.
* Deliver and oversee BREEAM New Construction and LEED New Construction assessments, ensuring best-in-class certification outcomes.
* Shape and implement net zero and decarbonisation strategies for private and public sector clients.
* Advise on ESG frameworks, climate risk, and biodiversity/net gain initiatives.
* Act as the senior point of contact for key clients, building long-term relationships and ensuring exceptional service delivery.
* Contribute to business development by growing existing accounts and identifying new opportunities.
* Provide thought leadership and stay ahead of emerging trends, standards, and regulations.

About You
* Proven experience in sustainability consulting within the built environment.
* Strong track record of delivering BREEAM and LEED New Construction Assessments.
* A skilled communicator, confident in managing client relationships and influencing at senior levels.
* Previous experience managing or mentoring a team.
* Knowledge of net zero strategies, carbon accounting, ESG frameworks, and wider sustainability services.
* Relevant degree with professional membership/chartership (e.g., IEMA, RICS, CEnv) preferred.

Why Join?
* Be part of a consultancy with a growing sustainability practice and exciting career progression opportunities.
* Lead a talented team of 7 consultants, with scope to shape its future growth.
* Work across a wide variety of high-profile projects that are helping to set the benchmark for sustainability in the built environment.
* Enjoy a flexible and supportive culture with hybrid working and ongoing professional development.
* Competitive salary and benefits package, including pension, healthcare, and chartership support.

If you're an experienced sustainability consultant with strong BREEAM and LEED expertise, and the leadership skills to grow and inspire a team, we'd love to hear from you.

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.

Intermediate-Senior Building Physics Engineer
Up to £55k
London

A forward-thinking sustainability consultancy is growing its Building Performance capability and is seeking a hands-on Building Physics Engineer to help deliver performance-led, low-carbon design across a diverse portfolio. You'll join a team known for practical decarbonisation advice, net-zero roadmaps and asset-level performance improvements for clients across real estate and development.

The practice is active in the UK's net-zero conversation and contributes to industry guidance on the emerging UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard, with team members engaged in sector events and thought leadership. You'll be part of a consultancy that blends rigorous analytics with clear, client-facing advice.

What you'll do
* Deliver dynamic thermal simulations and energy modelling (e.g., IES-VE) to inform design decisions and compliance.
* Undertake overheating assessments (TM52/TM59), operational energy studies (e.g., TM54), and Part L/SAP/SBEM compliance.
* Produce energy and carbon strategies for planning and concept design, aligning recommendations with net-zero pathways.
* Translate model outputs into clear, client-ready advice present at design team meetings and stakeholder workshops.
* Support post-planning/delivery stages (parameter updates, optimisation, POE alignment) to close the "performance gap."
* Collaborate with ESG/Net Zero specialists and wider sustainability consultants (climate risk, social value, biodiversity) to deliver holistic outcomes.

What you'll bring
* 4+ years (Intermediate) or 6+ years (Senior) in building physics/energy modelling within consultancy or design teams.
* Proficiency in IES-VE (or similar), with a track record in thermal/energy modelling and UK compliance.
* Strong grasp of UK frameworks and guidance (Part L, TM52/54/59 awareness of LETI/GLA helpful).
* Confident communicator able to challenge and influence design decisions with evidence-based recommendations.
* A genuine passion for net-zero and whole-life performance, with curiosity to engage in emerging standards and best practice.

Why Join?
* Be part of a mission-driven consultancy committed to low-carbon, circular and resilient development with tangible client impact.
* Work alongside recognised ESG & Net Zero specialists on projects that connect strategy to delivery.
* Opportunities for professional development, thought leadership and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
* Hybrid working and a supportive culture that values initiative and innovation.

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.