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Senior Sustainable Design Consultant

Job Posted: 24 days ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: Manchester City Centre

Expire in: 4 days

Job Description

Senior Sustainable Design Consultant

Location: Manchester, London or Leeds (Hybrid with occasional travel to sites)

Salary: £45,000k

Join our growing sustainable design team and play a key role in delivering low-carbon, high-performance solutions across some of the UK's most complex and impactful projects. 

Purpose & Scope of the Role 
As a Senior Sustainable Design Consultant, you will lead the delivery of technical sustainability and energy modelling services across a diverse portfolio, including property, education, defence and government sectors. Working both independently and collaboratively, you will take ownership of project workstreams, contributing to the development of energy and sustainability strategies that support planning and design outcomes.
You will engage directly with clients and multidisciplinary design teams, leading workshops, producing technical assessments, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Alongside project delivery, you will support innovation through R&D and mentor junior colleagues, helping to strengthen team capability and technical excellence. 

Your Impact in this Position 
You will shape how buildings perform-driving energy efficiency, reducing carbon, and influencing sustainable outcomes at every stage of design. Your expertise will inform key project decisions, support clients in meeting regulatory and environmental targets, and contribute to advancing industry best practice. 

Technical Expertise

Deliver detailed energy, carbon and thermal comfort analysis using tools such as IES VE
Apply knowledge of Part L and building performance standards to real-world projects
Produce robust, planning-ready sustainability and energy statements
Sustainable Design & Strategy
Develop practical, innovative low-carbon design solutions
Integrate sustainability into early-stage design and planning processes
Support operational energy and HVAC modelling where required
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
Lead workshops with clients and design teams, translating technical insights into clear actions
Build strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders
Communicate complex concepts with clarity and confidence
Leadership & Collaboration
Take ownership of project delivery and coordinate key workstreams
Mentor and support junior team members to build capability
Collaborate on R&D initiatives to keep the team at the cutting edge
Problem Solving & Delivery
Apply critical thinking to complex technical challenges
Deliver high-quality outputs with accuracy and attention to detail
Manage competing priorities while maintaining commercial awareness

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Degree or Masters in a relevant discipline with proven experience in sustainable design or building performance.
Strong understanding of Part L and experience using dynamic simulation tools (e.g. IES VE) for energy and carbon modelling.
Experience in non-domestic energy assessments is expected, with HVAC modelling desirable. Strong communication skills are essential.
Willingness to obtain security clearance is required.

Working Environment 
This is a full-time role with flexible, hybrid working. Opportunities are available nationally, with preferred locations being Manchester, Leeds or London. You can expect a mix of home and office working, alongside occasional travel to project sites and meetings. Flexible working patterns are supported. 

Qualifications 

About Tetra Tech 

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. 

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science® to solve our clients' most complex problems. 

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role

Senior Sustainable Design Consultant

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