Location: Winchester, Bristol, Oxford, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds

(Please note; we would also consider part-time applicants)

Due to our continuing success, Ridge has an opportunity for a Senior BREEAM Assessor to join our growing Sustainabilty Team.  The successful candidate will have a real desire to learn, grow and forge a long-term career within an award-winning multi-discipline consultancy.

The team provide a range of sustainability services direct to client organisations, external consultant teams, contractors, as well as to our own Ridge multi-disciplinary project teams.  You will be involved in developing, governing and delivering sustainability strategies from inception, through to hand over for buildings and property portfolios. You will play a key part in the continued growth of our team and should demonstrate a passion to make a difference.

You will play a key part in the continued growth of the team that spans over a variety of sectors including (but not limited to): schools, university buildings, offices, industrial units, hotels, leisure centres and hospitals.

As a senior member of the team your remit will include developing your own clients and workstreams and you will be involved in preparing fee proposals.

• Conduct BREEAM assessments for a variety of construction projects, including new builds, refurbishments, and fit-outs
• Provide expert advice to clients on sustainable design strategies and technologies to achieve BREEAM certification targets
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate sustainability principles into the design and construction process
• Prepare comprehensive assessment reports and documentation in accordance with BREEAM requirements
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in sustainability standards and regulations
• Participate in client meetings and presentations to discuss assessment findings and recommendations

• Proven experience conducting BREEAM assessments and managing sustainability initiatives for construction projects
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage with clients and project teams
• Strong understanding of sustainable design principles, building systems, and materials
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• A full driving licence

What’s in it for you:

Our people are our business – our vision is to be ever progressive, expanding our expertise and nurturing our talent through Quality, Innovation & Growth, to achieve our strategic outcomes:

• Growth which fuels ideas and opportunity for all
• Purposeful and meaningful work
• Continual development and mentoring
• Empowerment, inclusivity and respect
• Happiness and enjoyment
• Openness, honesty and integrity
• Acting as one team

Your reward is focused on your total wellbeing, with a package to support all aspects of life. In addition to your salary, you can expect:

• A healthy holiday balance of 25 days, plus bank holidays & the ability to buy / sell to suit you
• 3 days a year to give your time to others, volunteering for great causes
• An inclusive wellbeing offer:
  • Financial – Life Assurance, Pension Scheme (3% Employee, 6% Employer), Income Protection, Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme, flexible choice of Critical Illness Insurance
  • Physical – Free Private Medical Insurance, Doctor at Hand Private GP, Best Doctors, flexible choice of Dental Plan, Cycle to Work Scheme, GymFlex & Healthcare Cash Plan
  • Mental – Mental Health First Aiders, Help@Hand by Unum
• Car allowance
• A flexible approach to hybrid working, to suit both you & your team
• Tailored career development – focused on professional, personal and/or educational

We believe that everyone performs their best when they feel like they belong and can be their true selves at work. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we will support you to ensure you have everything you need to be successful and achieve your best in your career at Ridge. If you’d like to discuss accessibility, accommodations or adjustments during your application & selection process, please contact us at workwithus@ridge.co.uk and we will work with you to ensure you feel included and supported.