Principal Sustainability Consultant

Job Description

A leading Environmental consultancy is seeking a Principal Consultant to join its growing Sustainability Team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to lead on delivering projects that meet ambitious environmental goals while achieving real-world impact.

The successful candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise and project management skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships and support the development of junior team members.

Experience required:

• Whole life / embodied carbon – including detailed modelling, reporting, and strong knowledge of current industry standards.
• Circular economy – providing advice on materials and design, as well as relevant reporting.
• Broader sustainability – developing sustainability briefs and coordinating across planning, design, and certification processes (eg. BREEAM)

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the day-to-day delivery of sustainability projects.
• Leading and developing embodied carbon modelling, particularly using OneClick LCA.
• Facilitating workshops and technical meetings with design teams.
• Preparing proposals and costings for complex schemes.
• Acting as the primary client contact for assigned projects.
• Monitoring project progress, risks, and budget adherence.

This opportunity offers:

• A supportive working environment focused on professional development.
• Opportunities to work on meaningful, high-impact projects.
• Hybrid working options for greater flexibility.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.

If this is of interest, reach out to Ethan Williams on 020 7960 2589 or ejw@mattinsonpartnership.com to find out more.