Senior Consultant- Sustainability

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Climate Change is a reality we all face today. As Built Environment professionals we have a key role to play as, 40% of the Global Green House Gas emissions is from the construction sector. We believe bold ideas would be required to reimagine the future towards a greener, equitable and sustainable future. In the midst of climate emergency, AECOM's Building Sustainability Team are seeking a curious individual, with bold ideas, who wants to make a difference in the built environment.

At AECOM we focus on delivering innovative, pragmatic, and resilient sustainable development solutions. We seek those who grow community support and enhance the natural environment, allowing our clients to meet the future with confidence. Three of the top 10 risks that will affect world development over the next 10 years are environmental: water crises, failure of climate-change adaptation and biodiversity loss. [World Economic Forum – Insight Report: Global Risks 2015] Currently we are working towards ‘Visions of a Global Net Zero Future’ workshop, a COP26 flagship initiative bringing together academics, businesses, civil society and citizens to look at the innovations and approaches that could deliver a greener, carbon-neutral society. You can find more about our Sustainable Legacies commitment here: https://publications.aecom.com/sustainable-legacies/

There is an exciting new role within the Building's Sustainability Team, which has been developed to meet the growing demands of the technical and strategic sustainability consultancy services at the built environment. Sustainability is a cross disciplinary field that cuts across key sectors. Depending on your years of experience, curiosity, and skillset you will be sitting within the team with a focus on the following streams:

The Senior Sustainability Consultant will lead and deliver sustainability advisory and certification services across complex built environment projects. The role requires a strong technical background, sound judgement, and the ability to communicate complex sustainability concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, while maintaining high standards of reporting and client management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of sustainability projects, acting as a technical specialist within a wider project team or as Project Manager with full delivery responsibility.
• Provide sustainability advisory services across all project stages, from early design through construction and certification close-out.
• Develop, implement, and manage LEED certification strategies at in alignment with project objectives, budgets, and programmes.
• Lead project readiness for LEED v5 certification, ensuring compliance within defined timelines.
• Undertake and review technical analyses including energy modelling, daylighting studies, carbon assessments, and other building physics evaluations.
• Review and validate architectural, MEP, materials, and performance documentation to confirm compliance with LEED and other applicable rating systems.
• Coordinate closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to embed sustainability requirements into the design and delivery process.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and high-quality technical reports and certification documentation suitable for client issue and third-party review.
• Advise non-technical stakeholders on complex sustainability and certification requirements in a clear and accessible manner.Technical and Professional Skills

• Strong technical expertise in sustainable development and green building certification within the built environment.
• Proven track record of delivering green building certifications within the built environment.
• Ability to apply critical thinking, analytical skills, and sound technical judgement to complex project challenges.
• Proven consulting experience, including successful delivery of green certification certified projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage client relationships effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of direct professional experience delivering building sustainability certifications such as LEED, Mostadam, Estidama, WELL, and or equivalent rating systems.
• Bachelor's degree of equivalent degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building Sciences.
• Accredited professional certificates in sustainability rating systems, such as LEED AP, Estidama PQP etc.

Additional Information

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About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.