Environmental Designer – Embodied Carbon Specialist

HLM Architects

. Lead embodied carbon assessments across projects in the UK and Ireland .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in embodied carbon analysis and lifecycle assessment within the built environment, with proficiency in carbon assessment tools and methodologies. Capable of translating complex carbon data into actionable insights while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Embodied Carbon AnalysisLifecycle AssessmentCarbon Assessment ToolsRICS Whole Life Carbon Assessment MethodologyBIM (Revit)

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Hard Skills

Embodied Carbon AnalysisLifecycle AssessmentCarbon Footprint AnalysisMaterial QuantificationSustainable Material Databases

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationPresentation SkillsTeam CollaborationSelf-Motivation

Tools & Technologies

OneClick LCAEToolBIM (Revit)

Industry Keywords

Low-Carbon Design StrategiesEnvironmental Product Declarations (EPDs)RICSEN 15978LETI Guidance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead embodied carbon assessments across projects in the UK and Ireland
Drive low-carbon design strategies across projects
Create internal tools for early-stage embodied carbon calculation, optioneering, and project performance tracking
Assist in creating and delivering internal training and resources for architects and designers
Evaluate and optimise material choices and construction methodologies through lifecycle assessments and carbon footprint analyses
Translate complex carbon data into clear insights
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams throughout all stages of the architectural process

Requirements

What you’ll need

Equivalent of at least 3–5 years’ experience in embodied carbon analysis and life cycle assessment within the built environment
Background in architecture or engineering
Proficiency with carbon assessment tools such as OneClick LCA, eTool, or similar software
Strong knowledge of RICS Whole Life Carbon Assessment Methodology, EN 15978, and LETI guidance
Ability to conduct lifecycle assessments and carbon footprint analyses
Familiarity with sustainable material databases and environmental product declarations (EPDs)
Experience working with BIM (Revit) and material quantification
Good verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
Ability to work individually and as part of a multidisciplinary team at all stages of the architectural process
Self-motivated, with a passion for decarbonisation, sustainable materials, and innovation in the built environment
CV and examples of work required for application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Friendly studio environment
Award-winning lifestyle package
Personal development through the HLM Academy
Employee ownership through an Employee Owned Trust
Employees have a say in the organisation’s direction
Employees are rewarded for their contribution to future success
Support with adjustments to the application or interview process
Equal opportunities workplace