Graduate Sustainability Consultant

Birmingham £26,000 - £29,000

A well-established, employee-owned consultancy is looking for a passionate Graduate Sustainability Consultant to join its Birmingham office. Founded in the early 2000s, the company has grown into a close-knit and motivated team that takes pride in delivering high-quality, practical, and environmentally responsible solutions for a wide range of clients.

Benefits:

* Hybrid working options * Generous annual leave package * Company-backed pension contributions * Support for professional development and qualifications * Clearly structured career progression pathway * Enhanced family leave policies (maternity, paternity, and shared parental) * Paid volunteering days to support community initiatives * Life assurance benefit * Access to a confidential employee support programme * Opportunity to join an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

The Role:

The successful candidate will support the delivery of sustainability strategies for new and existing developments. Working alongside engineers and senior consultants, they will contribute to a range of services including:

* BREEAM, LEED, and WELL assessments * Net zero carbon strategies * Energy modelling and building performance analysis * Life cycle assessments and circular economy principles * Climate risk and adaptation planning * Sustainability statements and planning support

Candidate Requirements:

* A degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Environmental Science, Sustainability, Building Services Engineering, Architecture, or similar) * A strong interest in sustainable design and environmental performance in the built environment * Analytical mindset with good numerical and written communication skills * Familiarity with industry tools (e.g. IES-VE, OneClick LCA, or similar) is desirable but not essential