Principal Sustainability Consultant

Remote 

£60,000 – £70,000 per annum

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an independent, fast-growing building consultancy as a Principal Sustainability Consultant, playing a key role within their established Sustainability & Building Performance team.

Operating fully remotely across the UK, this position offers the chance to lead on high-impact projects, shape sustainability strategies, and influence the direction of a growing team.

The Role

As a senior member of the team, you will take ownership of delivering sustainability and building performance services across a diverse project portfolio.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the delivery of sustainability strategies across multiple developments
• Overseeing project performance, ensuring quality, efficiency, and successful outcomes
• Managing and mentoring consultants, supporting their technical and professional development
• Building and maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Supporting business growth through client engagement and proposal development

Technical Expertise

You will bring strong hands-on experience across:

• Dynamic simulation modelling using IES VE
• Overheating assessments (CIBSE TM52, TM59, Part O, BB101)
• Operational energy modelling (TM54)
• Part L compliance (SBEM L2A/L2B) and EPC production
• Daylight and planning analysis
• Low and zero carbon feasibility studies
• Heating and cooling load calculations

Leadership & Commercial Impact

Beyond technical delivery, you will play a key role in shaping the team and wider business:

• Leading, mentoring, and developing sustainability consultants
• Supporting recruitment and team growth initiatives
• Delivering internal training and knowledge-sharing sessions
• Contributing to financial planning, forecasting, and project profitability
• Strengthening client relationships and supporting ongoing business development

About You

• Degree in Sustainability, Building Physics, Environmental Engineering, Architecture, or similar
• Extensive experience within sustainability consultancy and building performance modelling
• Strong proficiency in IES VE and SBEM
• In-depth knowledge of UK building regulations and sustainability frameworks
• Proven track record of managing projects and leading teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

What’s on Offer

• Fully remote working (UK-based)
• Competitive salary (£60,000 – £70,000)
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile developments
• Clear progression pathway within a growing consultancy
• Ongoing professional development and support

If you’re looking to take the next step into a senior, strategic role where you can influence both projects and people, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact.

Apply now or contact Callum at Aztrum for a confidential discussion:
callum.jones@aztrum.com