Speculative Application - Sustainability Designer

Speculative Application – Sustainability Designer
Design buildings that are good for people and the planet.

Who We Are
Architecture Social partners with the UK's most forward-thinking architecture practices, multidisciplinary consultancies, and developers. These firms are committed to addressing the climate emergency and need expert Sustainability Designers to embed environmental performance into the heart of their projects, from masterplans to individual buildings. They rely on us to find specialists who can drive genuine, measurable change.

What our clients typically ask for

A degree in a relevant field such as Architecture, Engineering, Environmental Science, or Sustainable Design.

Professional accreditation as a BREEAM Assessor/AP, LEED AP, or WELL AP is highly desirable.

Proven experience developing sustainability strategies for projects, including conducting building performance simulations (e.g., IES VE, PHPP, Ladybug/Honeybee).

Expertise in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and embodied carbon calculations using tools like One Click LCA or similar.

A strong understanding of passive design principles, circular economy, and UK environmental policy and Building Regulations (especially Part L).

Experience writing sustainability statements for planning applications and managing environmental assessments.

The ability to work collaboratively, advising and influencing design teams to achieve ambitious sustainability targets.

Why Register with Architecture Social
Gain access to specialist sustainability roles at firms leading the response to the climate crisis. These positions are often filled confidentially before they are advertised. We connect your expertise with practices that value innovation and environmental responsibility, offering a discreet service with salary benchmarking and career guidance.

How to Apply
See a live Sustainability Designer vacancy that aligns with your skills? Apply directly through the listing for our dedicated support. If there's nothing suitable today, submit a speculative application here. Your profile will be added to our sustainability talent pool, and we will be in touch when the perfect opportunity arises.