Graduate Sustainable Design Consultant

Overview

Job Title: Graduate Sustainable Design Consultant

Start Date: September 2026

Location: Manchester, Leeds, Edinburgh & London

We are seeking a Graduate Sustainable Building Design Consultant to join our team. The role involves working with a wide range of stakeholders to inform the design and construction of sustainable buildings and masterplans. The role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, effective communication, and a commitment to stay updated on industry trends. This is an opportunity to showcase innovative thinking, problem solving skills, and a passion for creating environmentally conscious buildings.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to integrate sustainable design principles into the project
• Collaborate with clients to understand their project goals and integrate sustainable design solutions into their vision while providing expert advice on best practices and innovative approaches
• Utilize energy modelling software to simulate and optimise building energy consumption and provide recommendations for improving energy performance and reducing carbon footprint
• Perform life cycle assessments to evaluate the environmental impact of building materials and systems, guiding decision-making towards options with lower embodied carbon
• Support the assessor in the assessment of certification schemes such as BREEAM, WELL, and DREAM
• Research and recommend environmentally friendly construction materials and technologies that align with sustainable building practices
• Identify opportunities for incorporating renewable energy sources such as solar panels, wind turbines, or geothermal systems into building designs to enhance energy efficiency
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and interdisciplinary discussions to explore innovative solutions that push the boundaries of sustainable building design
• Advise on resource efficiency and circular economy strategies during design and construction
• Prepare reports for clients and planning submissions as well as presentations to key stakeholders
• Stay up to date with local and international environmental regulations, codes, and certifications related to sustainable design, ensuring projects meet required standards
• Stay informed about the latest trends, technologies, and research in sustainable design through ongoing professional development and participation in relevant industry events

Qualifications / Skills

• Minimum 2:1 Degree (or equivalent) in architecture, architectural engineering, building services, renewable energy, sustainable design or a relevant discipline (MEng or MSc)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience in the use of design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Cloud is desirable but not essential
• Some experience in using energy modelling software such as IES, Tas, EnergyPlus, or DesignBuilder is desirable but not essential
• Understanding of sustainable design concepts and a passion for creating environmentally responsive buildings
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex sustainable design concepts to clients, team members, and stakeholders
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to work effectively with architects, engineers, contractors, and other professionals
• Willingness to stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in sustainable building design
• Suitability for Security clearance

Application Details

Application Closing Date: 31st October 2025

Assessment Centre to be held: February 2026

We take pride in delivering projects effectively for clients. This often requires colleagues to be together—in offices or on site—to ensure the best outcomes. However, when possible, we also advocate for flexibility around how, when, and where you work. There is no single approach; each team manages its own way of working, and we trust our employees to focus on outputs rather than inputs. Meeting colleagues and clients face to face in office environments or on-site is important for collaboration, appraisals, and development.

Making everybody feel welcome at Tetra Tech is important to us—because everybody is welcome. If you have a disability, learning difficulty, medical condition or any other individual need, we would be happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to our application and selection process that will enable you to be your best.

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.

Find out more at: https://www.tetratecheurope.com/careers/early-careers/