Job Description
We are seeking a Senior or Principal Consultant to join one of our teams across the UK. In this role, you will take a leading position in delivering and shaping certification strategies across a diverse portfolio of projects.
- Leading the delivery of certification projects across BREEAM and other schemes such as LEED, WELL, DREAM and Fitwel
- Overseeing project delivery to ensure quality, programme and commercial objectives are met
- Acting as a trusted advisor to clients and design teams, helping to navigate complex certification requirements to develop integrated, practical solutions
- Supporting and mentoring junior team members, contributing to capability growth across the team
- Taking ownership of key client relationships and identifying opportunities to add value using the sustainability framework
What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate
- Deep technical expertise in BREEAM, with a strong track record of leading projects through to certification and managing engagement with BRE
- A relevant degree and professional membership in a sustainability, environmental or built environment discipline, with accreditation including BREEAM New Construction Assessor (or equivalent licence in a relevant scheme) and BREEAM Accredited Professional (AP) as a minimum
- Confidence in advising clients and project teams, including challenging assumptions and influencing outcomes where needed
- Mentoring and leadership skills, with experience supporting and developing others within a team environment
- A commercial mindset, with practical understanding of building design and construction and how to manage scope, fee and value effectively
- Excellent communication skills, which able to translate technical requirements into clear, actionable advice
- Experience working across a range of asset types and project stages, with the ability to adapt approach accordingly
What’s in it for you
We provide:
- Work‑life balance: hybrid working policy, flexible hours, “WSP My Hour” for personal activities, additional leave options, flexible working arrangements, ability to purchase additional leave and use bank holiday entitlement
- Inclusivity & Belonging: culture of inclusion, employee resource groups, no discrimination policy
- Health & wellbeing: Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme, menopause support package
- Your development: support for growth, training, mentoring and Chartership development
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
