Nature Positive
Senior or Principal Carbon and WLC Consultant
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Senior or Principal Carbon Consultant
Role overview:
Here at Nature Positive, part of the RSK Group, we are seeking a motivated and technically proficient consultant, at either senior or principal level depending on experience, to support the delivery of whole-life carbon and organisational and project-level greenhouse gas assessments within our Carbon, Climate & Built Environment Sustainability Team.
You will work across Nature Positive’s carbon and built environment sustainability service streams, carrying out whole-life carbon assessments in the built environment and infrastructure spaces, advising project teams on carbon reduction strategies, and carrying out more general organisational GHG assessments and other related work.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting whole-life carbon (WLC) assessments for construction and infrastructure projects using One Click LCA software.
- Contributing to PAS2080 compliance and construction carbon management planning.
- Creating Circular Economy statements aligned with GLA requirements.
- Conducting organisational greenhouse gas (GHG) assessments, verifications, and reports to relevant standards, including data collection and quality assurance, calculations, and reporting.
- Developing decarbonisation plans to help guide construction projects and broader organisations towards lower GHG emissions.
- Carbon reduction target-setting using the SBTi method.
- Contributing to new business development, including developing leads and writing project proposals and tenders.
- Delegating tasks to more junior colleagues where appropriate and providing suitable support as required.
- Providing training and technical support to other team members as required.
- Carrying out other appropriate tasks and duties as reasonably requested.
Qualifications and experience – required:
- First or 2:1 BA/BSc qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g. environmental or construction management, sustainability, civil engineering), or equivalent practical experience
- Strong working knowledge of sustainability and carbon management in the construction sector, via either in-house or consultancy contexts
- Relevant experience in a consultancy environment: at least three years (senior consultant) or at least six years (principal consultant)
- Close familiarity with relevant standards including the RICS whole-life carbon assessment standard, the LETI suite, and the Greenhouse Gas Protocol series
- Very strong quantitative and Excel skills
- Significant organisational and project-level GHG assessment experience
- Demonstrable experience at self-management and working under own initiative, including managing multiple projects or workstreams
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Qualifications and experience – beneficial:
- Implementing or running the PAS2080 carbon management system
- Coding, software or GIS knowledge
- Experience with BREEAM, LEED or WELL
- Running training or workshops
- Setting formal science-based GHG reduction targets (SBTs)
- Business development or commercial experience
- Line management experience
- A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline
- Membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g. ISEP, RICS)
Skills and Personal Attributes:
- Initiative and sound judgment: self-starter who makes well-considered decisions.
- Problem-solving and analytical expertise: can tackle complex challenges and find effective solutions.
- Excellent communication (written & verbal): clearly articulate ideas in reports, presentations, and discussions.
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills: thrive in collaboration and build positive relationships with colleagues and clients.
- Highly organized and self-motivated: manage time effectively and work independently towards goals.
- MS Office proficiency: expert in Excel for data analysis and comfortable using other MS Office tools.
Further Information:
This role is full time (40 hours per week) and permanent, although a part-time arrangement can be considered.
Location: office-based or mixed working, with a combination of work from home and attendance in RSK’s Bristol, Manchester or London offices at least two days a week. There may be occasional visits elsewhere in the UK, primarily for team/colleague meetings or client work.
Salary range (DOE): £39,000 – £45,000 (Senior); £45,000 – £55,000 (Principal). Please state which position you are applying for.
Apply today or for any further information please do get in touch.
The Deadline for applications will be Friday 24th July 2026.
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About Us
We are Nature Positive, specialists in partnering with businesses to navigate the complex landscape of environmental and social sustainability. We strive for sustainability to be second nature in all businesses, woven into the fabric of organisations and their value chains, creating enduring positive impacts for our planet and its people. Combining subject-matter expertise with strategic and sector know-how, we help our clients manage climate, nature and human rights risks and capitalise on opportunities to drive sustainable business growth.
At Nature Positive, we are committed to being a responsible business and driving positive change for people and the planet. As proud members of the UN Global Compact UK Network, we align our practices with principles on human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption. Our dedication to sustainability is reinforced by our ISO 14001 certification for environmental management, ensuring we minimise our impact. We also prioritise workplace safety and quality through our ISO 45001 and ISO 9001 certifications. By embedding these values into our work, we strive to contribute to a more sustainable and nature-positive future.
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Nature Positive is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
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