Principle Sustainability Consultant
Cardiff
Im partnering with a leading engineering and sustainability consultancy known for delivering innovative, low:carbon design solutions across the built environment. They are now looking to appoint a Principal Sustainability Engineer to join their growing team.
Proven experience working as a Sustainability Consultant at Senior or Principal level
Strong technical knowledge in energy and building performance modelling
Proficiency with tools such as IES VE, Elmhurst, Part L and Part O assessments
Experience delivering environmental and wellbeing assessments (e.g., BREEAM, WELL, HQM)
Ability to lead sustainability workstreams across all RIBA stages
Demonstrated project leadership, including resource coordination and team oversight
Experience supporting planning applications and working with local authorities
Strong communication skills, including leading workshops and presenting to design teams
Ability to delegate, review work, and support the development of junior team members
Desirable Criteria
Experience with operational energy modelling (TM54, ApacheSim, ApacheHVAC)
Knowledge of NABERS UK or Design for Performance frameworks
Experience with whole life carbon assessments and tools such as OneClick LCA
Understanding of Passivhaus methodologies (e.g., PHPP)
Experience preparing circular economy statements or wider sustainability strategies
Involvement in fee proposal development
Line management experience
Working towards Chartership (Chartered status highly advantageous)
Company Benefits
Supportive, people:focused working culture with strong professional development pathways
Opportunity to work on innovative, high:profile, industry:leading sustainability projects
Regular involvement in wider industry initiatives and technical excellence groups
Flexible working arrangements, including progressive working patterns
Generous annual leave allowance
Private medical cover
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Opportunities for internal progression and cross:discipline collaboration
Inclusive workplace environment with community groups and social events
If this role is of interest to you plaase contact Lany Warnakulasuriya from Penguin Recruitment on or email
