Job description
We are a global, independent, multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering sustainable engineering and design solutions across the built environment.
With over 1,200 engineers and designers across 29 locations, we apply our expertise to local market conditions to deliver resilient, low-carbon engineering solutions.
We are 100% partner-owned and are proud to have been named Building Magazine's Engineering Consultant of the Year in 2024, 2022, and 2021.
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a talented, passionate, and motivated Sustainability Consultant to join our world-leading sustainability team based in our Manila office to work on the design of some of the most exciting sustainable design projects in the region.
We expect all team members to aim to go well beyond industry standards to positively impact every project we work on.
As an integral part of our multi-disciplinary team, and working closely with colleagues in Singapore, Hong Kong and primarily Australia, you will inspire, analyse, report, model, and document Sustainability projects with the aim of expanding the project portfolio.
You will ideally have experience in a similar role working in ESD consulting across a wide range of sections in the built environment and be looking to take the next step in your career and increase your client exposure, job management, and leadership qualities.
Experience in delivering sustainability certifications is preferred.
The Skills
- Engineering, Architecture, or built environment related degree.
- 2+ years of consulting experience in the built environment sector.
- Experience with preparing strategy, implementation, and certification of best practice green rating schemes, including Green Mark, Green Star, LEED, EDGE, and WELL Building Standard.
- Working knowledge of engineering and architectural principles to analyse and interpret documentation and drawings.
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic team and environment.
- Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, effectively resourcing to meet client deadlines.
Preferable, but not essential
- Experience with undertaking NatHERS modelling for residential projects.
- Hold (or working towards) a green rating accreditation such as LEED AP, Green Star AP, WELL AP.
- Experience in the management of and understanding of building physics modelling (Energy, Daylight, Comfort, Parametrics).
- Experience with Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) using One Click LCA, E-tool or equivalent software.
We know that to be the best at what we do we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone. That's why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.
About this role
About Cundall
Company Overview
Cundall
HeadquartersNewcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Founded1976
SizeApproximately 1,300 employees and generates around £100 million in revenue (source: sustainabilitymag.com; technologymagazine.com; cundall.com).
What They Do
Cundall is a global multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy that specializes in delivering client-focused projects through a people-centric approach. Founded in 1976, the firm integrates structural, civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering to provide comprehensive solutions across various sectors. Their expertise extends into renewable energy technology, energy storage, and smart building consultancy, positioning them as leaders in multi-disciplinary solutions that encompass everything from policy advising to detailed design (source: wikipedia.org; cundall.com). Cundall's innovative services include feasibility studies for integrating data center cooling into district heating networks and evaluating high-capacity technologies like ammonia-based heat pumps, showcasing their commitment to optimizing efficiency and financial viability in energy systems (source: cundall.com). Their target markets include national and regional policy levels, utility-scale energy schemes, and commercial buildings, with a strong emphasis on promoting onsite renewable energy solutions.
Projects & Track Record
Cundall has an impressive portfolio of notable projects that highlight their expertise in low-energy design and innovative engineering solutions. Among these is the Wansbeck Hospital, which exemplified early low-energy design principles, achieving significant energy savings through advanced data handling techniques (source: cundall.com). The Daily Telegraph printing plant in London's Docklands marked a pivotal moment for the firm, securing their London office and establishing a foothold in high-profile projects (source: cundall.com). More recent projects include a feasibility study for a Warsaw data center's heat recovery system and the Sustainable Buildings Research Centre in Australia, which achieved zero net energy and Living Building Challenge certification (source: cundall.com; cundall.com). Their commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated in projects like the National Grid Car Park in Warwick, which features Europe's largest green walls for carbon absorption.
Recent Developments
In the past two years, Cundall has made significant strides in sustainability, achieving a world-first Carbon Trust certification for carbon neutrality across its operations in the UK, Europe, MENA, Asia, and Australia (source: cundall.com). The firm has also committed to becoming carbon positive by 2025, focusing on efficiency upgrades and renewable energy initiatives. Recent announcements include their Zero Carbon Design 2030 commitments in Saudi Arabia, aimed at reducing lifecycle carbon emissions in high-cooling-demand buildings (source: cundall.com). While there have been no major acquisitions or mergers reported, Cundall celebrated the legacy of founder Rick Carr, emphasizing their ongoing commitment to sustainability and innovation in engineering (source: cundall.com). Awards include Europe's first WELL-certified office fit-out in London, showcasing their dedication to high standards in workplace design.
Working There
Cundall offers a diverse range of roles across various multi-disciplinary departments, including structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering, as well as sustainability and IT/AV. The firm supports PhD-qualified and chartered professionals with in-house tools like Revit and digital twins, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration (source: technologymagazine.com). Hiring occurs globally from their Newcastle headquarters and over 20 offices, with a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing and professional development through initiatives like the Cundall Diploma sustainable design training program (source: cundall.com). The company culture is rooted in a commitment to investing in people, with benefits that include operations in carbon-neutral offices and a focus on net zero carbon projects by 2030, creating a supportive environment for staff to thrive.
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