Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive, commensurate with experience

About the Role
At WSP, you will have the opportunity to work on landmark projects that the world needs, collaborating with some of the brightest minds in your field. As a Senior, Principal, or Associate Sustainability Consultant within our Building Performance team, you will support the delivery of sustainable building solutions on high-profile projects as part of a growing national team. The team plays a central role in coordinating multi-disciplinary efforts towards Zero Carbon designs and provides sustainability and energy master planning advice for urban and semi-rural developments. You will work across a diverse range of building types including commercial offices, residential, education, healthcare, and retail.

Your responsibilities will include leading sustainability assessments such as LEED, WELL, and other certifications, developing sustainability strategies, preparing Whole Life Carbon and Circular Economy statements to support planning submissions, and managing contributions from various design team stakeholders. You will also ensure compliance with current and emerging UK sustainability legislation and communicate complex sustainability issues clearly through high-quality reports. This role requires independent project management and leadership in sustainability certifications, contributing to the UK Properties & Buildings business’s sustainability and Net Zero strategies.

WSP offers a culture that celebrates curiosity, innovation, and diverse perspectives, with a strong focus on work-life balance, inclusivity, and wellbeing. Our hybrid working policy provides flexibility to work from home two days a week alongside collaboration opportunities in modern offices across the UK. We support your health and wellbeing through comprehensive programs and offer flexible working arrangements to help you balance your professional and personal life. Join us to make a positive, lasting impact on communities and shape a career as unique as you.

Experience
- Proven experience as a sustainability consultant leading multiple sustainability assessments and certifications including LEED, WELL, and BREEAM.
- Strong understanding of Net Zero, Low Carbon Design, and sustainable materials.
- Experience driving design teams to maximize sustainability outcomes.
- Knowledge of the construction process and implications for sustainable design.
- Demonstrated ability to champion sustainability and encourage behavioural change.
- Experience supporting business development and bid processes.
- Understanding of thermal modelling, low carbon energy strategies, and current UK planning policies related to sustainability and Net Zero targets.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and time management skills.
- Ability to coordinate and provide training to junior consultants.

About you
Passionate about sustainability and innovation, you are a proactive leader who drives best practice and clearly communicates benefits to colleagues and clients. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are motivated to create positive environmental and social impacts through your work. You are adaptable, organised, and committed to continuous professional development.

Qualifications
- WELL AP and/or LEED AP qualification.
- Degree in engineering, environmental science, architecture, sustainability, or a related discipline.
- Membership of a relevant professional institution and working towards or already holding Chartered status as an engineer, scientist, or environmentalist.