Location
HLM Architects Sheffield (with opportunities to work across studios in London, Sheffield, Cardiff, Glasgow, Plymouth, Birmingham, Belfast and Dublin)

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
We are a UK & Ireland practice ranked among the top 25 largest architectural firms, with multiple accolades including AJ100 Top Architectural Practices 2025 and AJ100 Sustainability Innovation of the Year 2022. Our collaborative team spans studios across the UK and Ireland, sharing resources, knowledge, and skills.

We are seeking an experienced Embodied Carbon Specialist with a background in architecture or engineering to join our friendly and dynamic sustainability team. Based in any of our studios, you will lead embodied carbon assessments and drive low carbon design strategies across projects in the UK and Ireland.

You will have the opportunity to influence sustainable design through lifecycle assessments, carbon footprint analyses, and material optimisation, contributing to innovative and low carbon architectural solutions. You will also support the development of internal tools and training to embed embodied carbon considerations throughout our practice.

As an Employee Owned Trust, we offer a supportive studio environment, an award-winning lifestyle package, and a commitment to your personal development through the HLM Academy. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging are core to our values, and we provide adjustments to support all applicants throughout the recruitment process.

Experience
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in embodied carbon analysis and life cycle assessment within the built environment
- Proficiency with carbon assessment tools such as OneClick LCA, eTool, or similar software
- Strong knowledge of standards and frameworks including RICS Whole Life Carbon Assessment Methodology, EN 15978, and LETI guidance
- Ability to conduct lifecycle assessments and carbon footprint analyses to evaluate and optimise material choices and construction methodologies
- Familiarity with sustainable material databases and environmental product declarations (EPDs)
- Experience working with BIM (Revit) and material quantification
- Experience assisting in the creation of internal tools for early stage embodied carbon calculation, optioneering, and project performance tracking
- Experience supporting internal training and resource development for architects and designers

About you
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear insights
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams at all architectural stages
- Self-motivated with a passion for decarbonisation, sustainable materials, and innovation in the built environment

Qualifications
- Relevant qualifications in architecture, engineering, sustainability, or related fields are desirable but not explicitly stated
- Commitment to continuous professional development and learning