Life Cycle Assessment Consultant - Watford, United Kingdom - BRE Group (Building Research Establishment)

BRE Group (Building Research Establishment)

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Watford, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Why does this role exist?
BRE's Sustainable Products Team has a long-standing history in delivering sustainability solutions to the construction products market. These services include Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and verified Environmental Product Declarations (EPD).

These certification and verification streams have been developed with strong industry participation over decades and serve the wider sustainability sector in better understanding the impacts of the design choices people make in their projects.

With construction products responsible for 11% of global greenhouse gas emissions, the robust measurement, verification and publication of their environmental impacts is a critical piece of the climate puzzle.

As one of Europe's leading EPD program operators, BRE is at the forefront of EPD development and has high ambitions for the widespread adoption of EPD globally.

Due to the ongoing success and growth of the BRE Global verified EPD scheme, the Sustainable Products Team are looking for a consultant to join the team to support the delivery of client LCA work and the ongoing maintenance and management of data, tools and digital platforms to strengthen the Sustainable Products LCA and EPD product offer in the market.

Salary Range
- £30,732

City

Flexi Hybrid
Watford

Employment Type

Full Time, Permanent

Job Family

Certification & Testing

Job Family Level

Closing Date

29/09/2023

Ref No

1317

The value this role will add
You will work closely with the Sustainable Products Team Leader, the LCA/EPD team and the wider BRE business to:

Manage and contribute to projects through all phases
from the preparation of proposals and new bids through to delivering work and managing project delivery.
Complete LCA modelling, analysis and reporting, EPD publication and listing
Deliver fee earning work contributing to the team's financial success
Drive future improvements and innovations in LCA services
Ensure robust and credible outcomes in accordance with relevant standards by which LCA and the associated verification scheme is developed and operated
Support technical experts in the upkeep and evolution of the underpinning Sustainable Products science base, to ensure that product development is scientifically led
Seek and review customer feedback, team and other stakeholder feedback and identify means and ways of improving performance through enhanced systems and processes
Support the development of digital platforms to strengthen the Sustainable Products LCA and EPD product offer in the market

What skills, knowledge and behaviours does the role need?
Essential

A degree in a relevant STEM related discipline or otherwise to have a good track record working in an environmental role, so that you can demonstrate your knowledge
Experience with modelling software and LCA tools, such as Simapro and Ecoinvent
Knowledge and understanding of the principles of LCA
Demonstrable passion for environmental sustainability and knowledge and an understanding of environmental issues relevant to the built environment
Knowledge of sustainability legislation and initiatives such as GHG Protocol, sciencebased targets, SDG's
An ability to interpret complex issues and data and identify solutions quickly
Strong numeracy skills and an interest in data analysis
Experience of using and developing tools for data analysis and reporting
Attention to detail and accuracy in all work
Excellent communication skills, an ability to understand and interpret stakeholder needs and deliver a service and/or product which exceeds expectations
Able to prioritise workload and demonstrate initiative and independence to react to changing priorities
Able to demonstrate excellent project management skills by managing several projects at a time
Able to demonstrate integrity in dealing with confidential and sensitive information
Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Willingness to travel in the UK and Europe to attend client and stakeholder meetings
IT literate and extensive knowledge of MS office etc

Desirable

Knowledge and awareness of product certification and verification schemes, their customers and users and the wider construction industry expectations
Knowledge of ISO and CEN standards relating to LCA in construction
We're building a diverse and talented team at BRE. We know that different perspectives, experiences and skills will help us be more innovative in delivering effective solutions for our customers._