Location
London, ENG

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable, commensurate with experience

About Brightworks Sustainability
One of the first sustainability consulting firms in the United States, Brightworks Sustainability has been a leader and innovator in sustainability since 2001. We help clients establish and implement operational sustainability programs that reduce environmental footprints, advance sustainability journeys, and improve operational performance. Our multidisciplinary team offers expertise in Sustainable and Healthy Buildings, Sustainable and Healthy Materials, Energy Analysis and Optimization, Building Performance, Operations and Maintenance, and Corporate Sustainability and ESG Programs. Our clients include leading technology firms, higher education institutions, life science organizations, and municipal entities. We provide unique solutions tailored to meet sustainability, innovation, and community impact goals.

Your Experience as a Member of Brightworks’ Team
Team members value making a difference, a high degree of flexibility, opportunities for learning and growth, amazing colleagues, great clients and projects, recognition for performance, and competitive compensation. As a certified B Corp since 2010, Brightworks is committed to benefiting society while serving customers and has received B Corp’s “Best for the Environment” and “Best for Workers” honors.

About This Role
The Senior Sustainable and Healthy Buildings Consultant plays a critical role in advancing sustainability initiatives by managing complex projects or portfolios within a single account and leading efforts to pursue certifications that validate and enhance building performance. This role ensures seamless integration of sustainability attributes across projects while delivering scope on budget and on schedule. The Consultant coordinates internal and external stakeholders, leads teams, provides guidance and mentorship, and develops long-term client relationships.

Essential Duties
Manage complex green building certification workflows and coordinate team members to deliver results. Oversee projects from start to finish, including contracts, invoicing, and timesheet approvals. Perform analyses to evaluate project performance against third-party sustainability metrics and conduct QA/QC reviews. Design and assign work, provide constructive feedback, and support the growth of direct reports. Contribute to practice-level organization and staff resourcing.

Grade Responsibilities
Lead complex client-facing projects and collaborate with senior staff to clarify goals, staffing, budgets, and deliverables. Supervise and mentor internal team members to develop their skills and capabilities. Oversee and QA/QC technical analyses, presentations, and deliverables. Develop and maintain strong client and industry relationships. Manage project financials, contracting, invoicing, and approvals. Engage proactively with finance to address complex issues. Support business development and practice growth through technical expertise and innovation. Foster honest and productive communication throughout the firm.

Travel Requirements
This position may require infrequent travel up to 5%, including overnight or multiple days.

Experience
5-8 years of experience in green building or sustainability project management, with at least six years specifically in green building project management. Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead teams.

About You
Strong project management skills with the ability to plan, initiate, deliver, and control projects effectively. Ability to apply diverse sustainability principles and practices independently while seeking guidance on complex issues. Excellent leadership, communication, and mentoring skills. Commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, environmental science, sustainability, planning, or related disciplines. Relevant coursework or internships in sustainability, green building, or project management. Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom without company sponsorship now or in the future.

Supervisory Responsibilities
May directly supervise a small team of staff and mentor others on discrete tasks or project roles. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, assigning work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, and resolving complaints in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.