Sustainability Consultant

Sustainability Consultant

Milan

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Milan. 

Build sustainable solutions for the future of our cities.

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. 

Our Sustainability Design team lies at the core of Arup’s mission to engineer a more sustainable world. Reducing the carbon footprints of major projects.

Through the implementation of energy efficiency solutions, renewable energy integration and low carbon design we directly contribute to a more sustainable and resilient environment.

The Opportunity

Are you ready to make a direct impact on the future of sustainable buildings? As a Sustainability Consultant you’ll be a key part of Arup’s green building initiatives, focusing on international certification frameworks like LEED, WELL and BREEAM.

You’ll have opportunities to grow, tackle climate change challenges, and be part of energy-efficient design teams.

As a Sustainability Consultant at Arup, you will:

• Support LEED/WELL certification processes for a range of projects, ensuring sustainable, high-quality outcomes that exceed client expectations.
• Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver energy-efficient designs that meet or exceed LEED standards.
• LEED/WELL project management carrying out site visits.
• Incorporationg sustainable principles during competition and early-stage design phases.
• Application of EU Taxonomy/DNSH and Italian CAM

Does this role inspire you?

We're looking for someone who is passionate about bringing the sustainable practices into the built environment. The essential skills and knowledge are:

• Master’s degree in architectural or engineering or environmental sciences.
• Understanding of main aspects of low carbon strategies for buildings and masterplans (embodied and operational).
• 2-4 years of experience on environmental and wellbeing certifications (e.g. LEED, WELL).
• Good knowledge of basic Office package programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and CAD programs.
• Good level of Italian and English (at least B2).
• Able to work in multidisciplinary teams & systems thinking analytical capabilities.

The desirable skills and knowledge are:

• LEED Green Associate.
• Experience on BREEAM certifications.
• Knowledge of building services (especially mechanical/air-conditioning services).
• Embodied carbon tool (e.g. OneClick).
• Knowledge of ASHRAE standards.
• Basic knowledge of building physics and understanding of main aspects of active/passive strategies for buildings and masterplans.
• International study/work experience.

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Flexible Working: Flexible working arrangements are made available to support and safeguard your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact recruitment.europe@arup.com. We're here to support you.

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?

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