Sustainability Consultant/Senior Sustainability Consultant (Life Cycle Analysis and Circular Economy)

  • Bristol
  • Ramboll
Job DescriptionAre you a proven sustainability consultant, with experience delivering Embodied Carbon Calculations? Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative, and empowering culture? If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Sustainability Team as our new Sustainability Consultant and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.Your new roleWe are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a strong track record of LCA who enjoys challenging the status quo of design and construction and guiding the way towards the UK’s net zero goals.Your key tasks and responsibilities will be:Delivering embodied carbon calculations, BREEAM and GLA compliant Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) at different stages of project design and constructionDelivering Circular Economy Statements and circularity strategiesHosting workshops and presentations with clients, design teams, planners and developersInfluencing design teams by providing appropriate sustainable material and procurement solutions to lower the impact of projectsContributing to internal tool development and researchPreparing technical summary reportsSupporting the training, development and growth of junior team membersManaging project budgets, timeframes and deliverables to ensure high quality and profitable workYour new teamYou will be part of will be part of a growing, UK-wide Sustainability Team who are looking to make a positive impact on the environment through our work. While the role will involve nationwide projects, we work very closely together and have a very supportive and fun atmosphere within the team.About you From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.These include:A relevant degree and/or experience within the Sustainability and/or Building sectorA strong track record of carrying out Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) using accredited databases and tools for buildings and infrastructure projects to BREEAM and GLA standardsA deep knowledge of LCA software such as OneClick LCA (e-tool or other equivalent software)An understanding of circular economy principles and experience applying these to projectsUnderstanding of construction materials and manufacturing processes, their compatibility and construction build-upsSelf-motivation, desire to take on responsibilityAbility to work both in a team and individuallyAbility to manage own workload, project finances and meet project deadlinesReport writing experience and communication skills for clients and internal teamsExperience in Grasshopper scripting or coding is advantageousWhat we can offer youInvestment in your developmentLeaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership PrinciplesBe valued for the unique person you areNever be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projectsThe long-term thinking of a foundation-owned companyWork at the heart of sustainable changeRamboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential.