The Opportunity
Are you passionate about shaping a net-zero, climate-resilient future? At
Stantec, we’re not just talking about sustainability, we’re delivering it. Join our growing team and help drive innovative, high-impact strategies across some of the UK’s most exciting projects.
From local authorities to universities, and from masterplan developers to hotel chains, we’re proud to be shaping the approach that organisations are taking to decarbonisation and a net-zero future.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Associate Consultant to lead and grow our Benchmarking services and team. This is an outstanding opportunity to join our highly influential Smart Energy and Sustainability (SES) team.
This is an opportunity for you to develop our growing SES offering locally, as part of wider team across the UK. You will be naturally proactive and help support the development of the local service offering in response to evolving national and local legislative drivers.
Your key responsibilities will be to provide support in the following areas:
- Leading the delivery of BREEAM projects;
- Part L, Energy Strategies and LCA assessment;
- Managing your own workload to meet project deadlines;
- Reviewing project details and develop targets for sustainability;
- Reviewing documentation provided by project teams, assess this against the project’s targets and provide feedback or follow-up;
- Set up and maintain projects via the project evidence tracker;
- Communicating sustainability requirements to internal and external team members;
- Producing reports providing advice and guidance to clients and project teams;
- Attending site visits to review progress against sustainability targets;
- Reviewing the performance of designated projects on a monthly basis and update the team’s project tracker with progress information;
- Assisting in preparing bids and proposals for new work;
- Engaging with skills networks to exchange best practices and processes;
- Attending and contributing to team meetings.
About You
To succeed in this role, you’ll need:
- A relevant degree, BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) or equivalent/higher;
- Qualified BREEAM Assessor;
- Background in building physics/environmental design, environmental science or sustainability related disciplines;
- Working knowledge of building performance modelling techniques;
- Knowledge of planning, environmental impact assessments or wider sustainability legislation;
- Knowledge of or technical ability in building services related disciplines.
- Ambitious, self-motivated and enthusiastic;
- Excellent communication, presentation and writing skills;
- Thorough understanding of the construction industry and built environment;
- Client relationship management skills;
- Proven track record of project delivery;
- Part L modelling experience (TAS preferable) and LCA experience (OneClick LCA preferable);
- Experience developing and managing others;
- Emerging business development and sales skills;
- Strong business development experience.
If you're ready to bring your enthusiasm and expertise to a team that's genuinely passionate about creating a more sustainable future, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today!
About Stantec
As a global design leader with over 32,000 engineers, architects, scientists, and project managers, Stantec is dedicated to designing with communities in mind. Our diverse expertise allows us to tackle projects of all sizes from complex urban developments to impactful neighbourhood initiatives, while connecting across our worldwide network to support one another and share knowledge. This commitment not only helps the communities we serve to thrive but enriches the growth and experience of our own people.
In the UK and Ireland, our growing team of 4,000 is both agile and influential, able to make a meaningful difference by creating solutions that respect the environment and enhance community value. Whether you’re just starting your career or are an experienced professional, your voice is valued here. Our collaborative culture encourages entrepreneurial thinking, ensuring everyone’s ideas are heard.
Our approach for clients is grounded in the belief that we’re stronger together. By merging Hydrock’s capabilities with Stantec’s multidisciplinary services in buildings, infrastructure, environmental science, energy, and sustainability, we’re uniquely positioned as a major force in the UK market, providing a powerful platform for future growth.
What We Offer
- Inspiring and supportive colleagues
- Recognition for hard work and career progression
- Opportunities to develop both technical and soft skills
- Competitive starting salary
- Community involvement through “Stantec in the Community” initiatives
- Flexible benefits, including a green car leasing scheme
A Culture of Inclusion and Opportunity
Stantec champions diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we’re committed to creating a supportive environment where every employee can perform at their best. Flexibility is essential to our culture, and we aim to accommodate all employees fairly.
We consider all application individually with the required qualifications and knowledge without regard to any of the protected characteristics . We would like to provide everyone with a fair selection, assessment and employment experience so we ask with are made aware of any physical or neurodiverse condition within your application for which appropriate reasonable adjustments can be made by us.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Once you’ve applied through our careers site, we strive to respond promptly after reviewing your application. The employer for this position is Hydrock Consultants Ltd, part of the Stantec group of companies.
