Trainee / Graduate Sustainability Consultant:

Supports sustainability and energy consultancy projects through building energy calculations, overheating assessments, BREEAM evaluations, carbon assessments and advice on low-carbon building strategies.

We are a forward-thinking, growing SME operating from the East Midlands and London regions. With strong sustainability credentials and a commitment to making a positive impact, we actively seek to drive change in our industry. Our innovative approach, coupled with a hybrid work environment, provides our employees with a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere where they can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

We are committed to fostering a culture of continual professional development and collaboration, offering opportunities for growth within various disciplines and delivering exceptional client service.

With a long track record in delivery of Sustainability services, the Focus ASSESS team continues to grow.  We’re therefore excited to offer an opportunity to join our expanding close-knit team, supporting project work across our services.

We invite applications at a Graduate/Trainee level – whilst some prior experience is beneficial, full training is available for an individual with potential and passion. Similarly, if you already have some experience working within the construction or sustainability industries and are looking for a new challenge, we would be interested in hearing from you.

The areas of work you would be contributing to within the team are set out below:

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Domestic (SAP) and/or Non-Domestic (SBEM) energy calculations and dynamic modelling across several sectors.

• Helping with delivery of Simplified Method Overheating Calculations.

• Producing supporting Calculations for Planning statements / Energy statements.

• Provide expertise in relation to Building Regulations Part L

• Office-based Support for our On-Site Testing Services

• Assist with Environmental Assessment Methods services (BREEAM, DREAM, HQM, Fitwel etc) and wider energy assessments and evaluations across sectors.

• Assist with producing embodied and whole life carbon assessments.

• Help the planning support team interpret Local Authority Sustainability Policies and assist with the responses surrounding Energy and Sustainability strategy.

• Contribute towards providing broad advice to developers on Low and Zero Carbon approaches.

This list is not exhaustive, and you may be asked from time to time to contribute to the wider needs of the team.

Whilst the duties and desired attributes associated with this role are quite broad, the final core competencies of the post can be geared to the strengths and experience of the successful candidate.

Ideal Candidate: attributes/skills 

• SAP / SBEM software experience and a good understanding of Building Regulations (specifically AD Part L) and a relevant qualification/accreditation advantageous.

• Familiarity with the principles of Environmental Assessment Methods (EAM) like BREEAM, DREAM and Fitwel would be beneficial.

• An advanced educational background related to technical construction is important e.g., HNC, degree.

• The role is technical so requires high attention to detail and strong analytical skills.

• The ability to communicate complex and technical information succinctly and effectively in writing.

• We offer solutions to challenges, so bring enthusiasm and genuine passion for the environment to the role.

• Be driven to succeed – we encourage individual ambition to meet personal goals.

• An interest in keeping up to date with the latest news and developments in our fast-evolving sector.

• You will understand the importance of customer service and be capable of delivering this to a high level through excellent verbal communication.

• Membership of a professional institution desirable (e.g., IEMA, CIWEM, RICS, CIOB etc.)

• Full, clean driving license is preferred.

What We Offer

• With approximately 70 staff in Focus Group, it’s all about the people; our staff are our greatest asset.

• We therefore offer a structured career path with training and formal qualifications support.

• Focus has an influential role assisting the shaping of innovation for our industry, with a broad varied client base to whom we provide leading edge advice in this sector.

• It’s a friendly, inclusive, and collaborative working environment; everyone has a voice and can bring ideas.

• Competitive package (in line with level of experience and qualifications) and enhanced pension contributions.

• Staff socials and supported volunteering / charitable opportunities.

• Hybrid working available, providing flexibility and promoting a healthy work-life balance.