2027 Graduate Sustainability Consultant - Edinburgh / Glasgow
City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Overview
2027 Graduate Sustainability ConsultantEdinburgh or GlasgowAbout UsHoare 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.
Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.Why Join Us?You’ll collaborate with the industry’s best, working with a wide range of built-environment specialists.You’ll be part of progressive and exciting projects from day one, able to experience innovative schemes across all sectors.You’ll advance your career, your way, thanks to our structured Career Paths framework.You’ll be encouraged through our accredited training and development scheme with a dedicated mentor and supervisor, supporting you to Chartership, if you wish.
The RoleBeing part of one of the UK’s largest building engineering consultancies, we benefit from collaborating with some of the best engineers in the business, with access to state-of-the-art technical support, and have the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most high-profile projects as part of a multi-disciplinary team.Canolfan Pentre Awel in Carmarthen, Multi-Megawatt Data Centre Campus , Oxford North in Oxford, One Piccadilly Gardens in Manchester, Gwynfaen in Swansea, and the nature-based net-zero neighbourhood of Earls Court in London, are examples of some of the amazing projects where we have led the design with other Hoare Lea disciplines.As a Graduate Sustainability Consultant, your day-to-day tasks will vary, as we’ll expose you to all aspects of our work so you can discover what suits you. You could be;Working on live projects from day one – our exciting projectsIn a variety of sectors from healthcare to hotels, retail to residentialUndertaking building performance simulation and energy related workstreams, using a range of modelling approaches, tools, and techniquesDeveloping energy strategies with our clients to lead sustainability innovation on a series of developmentsAssisting in the delivery of environmental assessments (such as BREEAM, WELL, HQM, etc) from early design stages through to completionDeveloping an understanding and knowledge of whole life carbon reporting to support clients Net Zero Carbon strategiesUndertaking site surveysResearching ground-breaking technologiesContinuous CPD and learning opportunitiesSupporting the development of holistic Sustainability Strategies, where necessaryAs well as project-related work, the Group engages directly with industry undertaking research and development studies, and authoring industry guidance. We hold key positions on national design commissions and influential industry bodies. The role also presents the opportunity for involvement in this aspect of the Group’s work to those keen to have a direct influence on the industry.Communicating will span all of these, as we regularly liaise with project teams, meet clients or end users, and attend collaborative meetings.About YouTo be successful in this role, you’ll need to be serious about sustainability, and have…An expected or achieved 2.1 or above degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Architecture, or the Built Environment, or similarAn appreciation of broader sustainability issues, such as sustainability governance and reporting, sustainability strategies, climate change adaptation, behaviour change, etc.
Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills
Ability to work in a team environment and independentlyA friendly, ambitious and confident individual with a flexible and resilient approachIt would be an advantage, but not necessary, if you also had…A Masters or other relevant post graduate qualificationPrevious placement or work experience in a similar industryKnowledge / awareness of one or more of the following: BREEAM, WELL, Whole Life Carbon, Energy Modelling
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 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working.
Recruitment ProcessOur Projects Are Human-centric, And So Is Our Recruitment Process. Once You’ve Applied, You’ll Speak To a Person Every Step Of The Way. Here’s Our Planned TimelineApplications close – 6 th November 2026Telephone Interviews – November/December 2026Selection Event – January/February 2027Start Date – September 2027Adjustments and accommodationsIf there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to ensure you can participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence, or anything else) please let us know.Flexible workingWe are committed to enabling a healthy work-life balance for all employees. So, we welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements to suit their particular needs and lifestyle, including part-time, term-time-only, and remote working.Data privacyWe have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, click here to find out more.
Hoare Lea
City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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