2026 Graduate Sustainability Consultant - Leeds

Hoare Lea LLP; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Leeds seeks a Graduate Sustainability Consultant to learn energy and sustainability skills while delivering tasks on various projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, and should be motivated by sustainability. This role involves building performance simulations, developing energy strategies, and supporting environmental assessments. A wide range of benefits is offered, including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Stock options

Up to 30 days of annual leave

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in Engineering, Architecture or the Built Environment.
• Knowledge/awareness of BREEAM, WELL, Whole Life Carbon, Energy Modelling is desirable.
• Good communication skills and enthusiasm for team environments required.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking building performance simulation and energy related workstreams.
• Developing energy strategies with clients to lead sustainability innovation.
• Assisting in the delivery of environmental assessments from early design to completion.

Skills

Energy Modelling

BREEAM

WELL

Whole Life Carbon

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Architecture

Degree in Built Environment

Job description

Overview

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About Us

Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. In joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.

About The Role

As a Graduate Sustainability Consultant you’ll have the opportunity to learn a wide range of energy and sustainability skills whilst helping internal teams to deliver sustainability tasks for a variety of projects.

You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Undertaking building performance simulation and energy related workstreams, using a range of modelling approaches, tools, and techniques.
• Developing energy strategies with our clients to lead sustainability innovation on a series of developments.
• Supporting the development of holistic Sustainability Strategies, where necessary.
• Assist in the delivery of environmental assessments (such as BREEAM, WELL, HQM, etc) from early design stages through to completion.
• Develop an understanding and knowledge of whole life carbon reporting to support clients Net Zero Carbon strategies.
• Communicate and engage with clients, design teams and contractors on projects, with opportunities to visit sites during construction phases.
• The role also presents the opportunity for involvement in industry-led research and development studies and authoring industry guidance.

Why Work For Us

• You’ll collaborate with the industry’s best, working with a wide range of built-environment specialists.
• You’ll be part of progressive and exciting projects, able to experience innovative schemes across all sectors.
• You’ll advance your career, your way, thanks to our structured Career Paths framework.

About You

To be successful in this role:

• Educated to degree level in Engineering, Architecture or the Built Environment.
• Knowledge/awareness of one or more of the following is desirable: BREEAM, WELL, Whole Life Carbon, Energy Modelling, etc.
• You will relish being part of dynamic team within a progressive and well-respected firm.
• You will have good communication skills and an enthusiasm for working within a team environment.
• Like us, you will be serious about sustainability.

How To Apply

To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application. For hints and tips in applying click here. Please only apply for one location for your discipline; if you are flexible with location, you will have the chance to select your other location preferences and this will be confirmed again with you at telephone interview. If you apply for multiple locations, you will only be considered for the location you have applied for. We do not offer visa sponsorship for this graduate role. Only candidates already authorised to work in the UK—e.g. British/Irish citizens, EU Settled/Pre-Settled, ILR holders—will be considered.

Adjustments and accommodations

If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to ensure you can participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence, or anything else) please let us know.

Flexible working

We are committed to enabling a healthy work-life balance for all employees. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements to suit their needs and lifestyle, including part-time, term-time-only, and remote working.

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