Sustainability Consultant

Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox Sustainability ConsultantFull-timeState/Province: MadridBusiness Group: DCSLegal Entity: AECOM SPAIN DCS S.L.U.Business Line: B&P - Buildings & PlacesWork Location Model: HybridOperating Group: InternationalPrimary Location: ES - Madrid - C/Alfonso XIICompany DescriptionWork 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 DescriptionJoin AECOM's B+P Sustainable Design Team in an exciting opportunity to help lead our response to the climate emergency. Based in Madrid, you will work alongside architects, engineers, interior designers, and urban planners on a diverse portfolio of international projects. This role is suited to an experienced sustainability professional with a strong sustainability and design background, and the ability to guide projects from concept through delivery.ResponsibilitiesLead the development of sustainability and decarbonisation strategies for buildings and masterplans.Deliver environmental and building performance analysis to inform design decisions from early concept stages onwards.Develop and apply data-driven and parametric design workflows to support sustainable outcomes.Prepare and review technical reports, sustainability strategies, and client presentations.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage directly with clients and stakeholders.Manage sustainability deliverables, ensuring high-quality project delivery.Mentor junior team members and contribute to the growth of the Sustainable Design team.Support innovation, research, and business development activities.QualificationsEducationDegree in Architecture, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Sustainability, or a related discipline.A Master's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Design, or Building Physics is desirableExperienceProven experience in sustainable design, environmental consultancy, building performance analysis, or a related field, typically 5+ years.Proven experience developing sustainability and decarbonisation strategies for buildings and masterplans.Proven experience delivering environmental analysis and building performance assessments throughout the design process.Experience supporting project delivery within multidisciplinary design teams.Technical KnowledgeStrong understanding of low-carbon design, building physics, and environmental performance assessment.Experience in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), embodied carbon analysis, and whole-life carbon assessments using tools such as One Click LCA or similar.Experience with environmental simulation tools such as IES VE, EnergyPlus, Radiance, Ladybug Tools, Honeybee, or equivalent.Experience with parametric design and early-stage design tools, particularly Grasshopper, is highly desirable. Experience with Python or other scripting languages is an advantage.Proficiency in Rhino, Revit, and Microsoft Office applications.Knowledge of sustainability certification schemes such as LEED, BREEAM, WELL, or Passivhaus.Key CompetenciesStrong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work.Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.Proactive mindset with a commitment to innovation and continuous learning.LanguagesProfessional proficiency in English and Spanish.Additional languages will be considered an asset.Additional InformationAt AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. 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 insuranc