Carbon Consultant in City of Westminster

Carbon Consultant

Location: London
Working Pattern: Hybrid - Minimum 3 days in the office
Experience: 3+ years
Salary: £30,000-£40,000 + benefits

Overview

I am working with a forward-thinking client passionate about sustainability in the built environment. They are seeking a Carbon Consultant to join their dynamic London team. This role offers the chance to work with a leading consultancy, delivering practical and meaningful sustainability solutions across diverse, high-impact projects.

The role will also provide the opportunity to work collaboratively with nature and ecology specialists, connecting carbon and sustainability strategies with biodiversity, natural capital and wider nature-positive outcomes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£30,000-£40,000) with discretionary bonus potential.
• 23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced pension contributions.
• Hybrid working arrangements, including opportunities to work abroad for short periods each year.
• Access to training and continuous professional development programs.
• Enhanced family policies.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Two paid volunteer days annually.
• Access to online discounts and health & well-being benefits.
• Regular team socials and collaborative events.

Day-to-Day

Your work as a Carbon Consultant will be varied and impactful. Here's what you can expect on a typical day:

• Conducting detailed carbon assessments for a wide array of projects.
• Collaborating closely with architects, engineers, and consultants to embed sustainability strategies into designs.
• Drafting and delivering technical reports for planning submissions.
• Leading and contributing to client workshops and stakeholder meetings.
• Keeping yourself and the team abreast of regulatory changes and best-practice trends in sustainability.
• Mentoring junior colleagues and promoting knowledge sharing across the team.

Responsibilities

Your role will entail a mix of technical and advisory work, including:

• Driving Whole Life Carbon (WLC) assessments and appraisals.
• Developing and implementing Circular Economy strategies.
• Producing WLC assessments, Circular Economy Statements, and Sustainability Statements to support planning submissions.
• Assisting with BREEAM pre‑assessments, workshops, and certifications.
• Providing input to sustainability reports and project deliverables.
• Contributing to the management and delivery of small projects as well as supporting larger schemes.
• Representing the consultancy in client and project meetings.
• Communicating technical sustainability information to both technical and non-technical audiences effectively.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will bring a balance of technical expertise, consultancy experience, and a passion for sustainability. Key requirements include:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in architecture, engineering, consulting, or a related sustainability-focused discipline.
• 3-5 years of direct experience in a built-environment or sustainability consultancy role.
• Expertise in areas such as building sustainability, carbon assessment, Net Zero transition planning, or sustainability advisory services.
• Proven knowledge of BREEAM, Whole Life Carbon (WLC), and Circular Economy principles.
• BREEAM or WLC accreditation (desirable but not essential).
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to balance independent work and collaboration in a multidisciplinary environment.

Next Steps

This role is a great fit for someone looking to join a progressive organisation committed to driving meaningful environmental change. If you're ready to take the next step in your sustainability career, I'd love to hear from you.