Associate/Associate Director Sustainability Consultant (Building Services)
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We have an excellent new role for an Associate/Associate/Technical Director Sustainability Consultant to support the delivery of sustainable building solutions on high profile projects and major frameworks as part of a growing national team.
The Building Performance team primarily supports the UK business in terms of energy, carbon and holistic sustainability advice within the Built Environment. The team covers a central role in P&B multi-disciplinary projects coordinating all WSP disciplines towards the delivery of sustainable designs.
A Little More About Your Role
We are looking for a Sustainability Specialist to lead the delivery of sustainable building solutions, supporting the UK Properties & Buildings business delivering sustainability leadership and co-ordination on major projects. Your role will involve sustainability leadership for a diverse portfolio of projects and will require independent management of your own projects acting as the sustainability lead. You will also be responsible for the following:
* Developing the approach for sustainability across significant portfolios and major frameworks.
* Increase WSPs profile in the industry, help secure new work and improve the quality and technical knowledge relating to Sustainable design.
* Undertaking business development activities including attending B2B Meetings with Clients and Professionals and attending Industry social events.
* Understand and support Clients brief in matters of sustainability and translating their aspirations into practicable delivery models.
* Co-ordinate sustainability delivery across design teams and stakeholders internally and externally.
* Identify opportunities for cross selling of services and co-ordinating with WSPs experts across other teams within the business.
* Support the growth of the existing team through recruitment and development of existing staff.
* Prepare high quality reports that clearly and concisely communicate the issues involved and the conclusions.
* Understand & apply the range of current and proposed UK sustainability related legislation to project solutions at all levels of governance.
What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate
* Understanding and experience in Net Zero, Low Carbon Design and materials.
* Experience as a sustainability consultant, leading sustainability assessments.
* Proven track record of driving design teams to maximise sustainability.
* Knowledge of the construction process and the associated implications of sustainable design.
* A proven champion of sustainability who has led and encouraged behavioural change throughout the business.
* A driver of innovation and best practice.
* An understanding of BREEAM and other environmental assessment methodologies.
* An understanding of thermal modelling and low carbon energy strategies.
* An understanding of current planning policies across the UK in relation to sustainability and Net Zero Targets.
* Be able to effectively communicate complex technical information to clients.
* Presentation skills and time management.
* Able to coordinate and provide training to junior consultants.
Qualifications
* Degree in engineering/environmental/architectural or sustainability related subject.
* Membership of a related professional institution and on the way or already Chartered.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
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