Position summary

Bureau Veritas is seeking a Sustainability Consultant (advertised in the role detail as Senior Sustainability Consultant) in Bristol to advise clients and project teams on reducing the environmental impact of the built environment. The role delivers sustainability consultancy services across a range of assessment and certification schemes, including BREEAM, DREAM, Whole Life Carbon (WLC), Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and Life Cycle Costing (LCC), supporting clients in achieving their sustainability objectives and compliance with industry standards.

Why this role matters

Across a diverse portfolio of projects and sectors, this role helps clients deliver more sustainable and resilient developments while contributing to meaningful environmental outcomes, advising design teams on certification targets and embedding circular economy principles throughout project lifecycles.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver LCA by undertaking embodied carbon assessments using industry-recognised software such as One Click LCA, and analysing results to identify carbon-reduction opportunities across a building’s lifecycle.
• Carry out LCC by performing financial appraisals of building elements, materials, and technologies, and providing recommendations that balance environmental performance with long-term cost effectiveness.
• Support certifications and compliance by delivering sustainability assessments and reporting across BREEAM, LEED, DREAM, and RICS Whole Life Carbon Assessments, and advising design teams on certification and compliance.
• Advance circular economy by developing strategies for material reuse, waste reduction, adaptability, and refurbishment.
• Advise clients and stakeholders by facilitating workshops, presenting findings, and preparing high-quality technical reports and assessment documentation.
• Manage projects by delivering multiple projects to programme, budget, and quality, coordinating internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Support business development by assisting with proposals and bids, supporting client relationship management, and mentoring junior team members where appropriate.

Team and stakeholders

The role works with clients, contractors, and design teams, coordinates internal teams and external stakeholders, and mentors junior team members.

Key details

This is a full-time, permanent, hybrid role based in Bristol, with attendance at the office at least three days per week and travel to client meetings and project sites as required. The package includes a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package, and enhanced family and sick pay.

Requirements

• Experience delivering sustainability consultancy services within the built environment.
• Knowledge of BREEAM, DREAM, LEED, Whole Life Carbon Assessments, LCA, and LCC methodologies.
• Familiarity with One Click LCA or similar assessment tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and project management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively within a team.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and industry best practice.