Sustainability Specialist

Your Role As a Sustainability Specialist, you will be instrumental in developing and implementing comprehensive sustainability strategies for urban projects. Your work will focus on integrating cutting-edge sustainable design principles, urban resilience approaches, and innovative environmental performance solutions across our urban development initiatives. What You Will Do Develop and execute comprehensive sustainability strategies for urban development projects Conduct advanced sustainability assessments including urban-scale carbon foot printing, climate resilience planning, and integrated environmental performance analysis Lead LEED Communities and LEED Cities certification processes, ensuring rigorous standards are met and exceeded Facilitate interdisciplinary workshops and client engagement sessions to develop and communicate sustainability strategies Perform detailed urban systems analysis, including energy, water, transportation, and ecological integration Develop and implement climate action and adaptation plans for urban environments Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate sustainability principles into urban design and planning Create detailed technical reports and presentations for stakeholders, including municipal authorities, developers, and community groups Conduct research on emerging urban sustainability technologies and methodologies Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members Manage project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation for sustainability initiatives Track and analyse local and international urban sustainability regulations and incentive programs Your Qualifications Master's degree in Sustainable Urban Planning, Environmental Design, Urban Studies, or related field 8-12 years of post-graduate experience in urban sustainability, sustainable design, or related fields Proven track record of LEED Communities and LEED Cities certification management Advanced understanding of urban sustainability frameworks, climate resilience strategies, and integrated design principles Extensive experience in urban carbon foot printing and climate action planning Strong technical skills in urban systems analysis, including energy modelling, green infrastructure design, and ecological integration Demonstrated expertise in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) urban development strategies Advanced proficiency in sustainability assessment tools and data visualization software Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills Proven ability to develop and implement innovative sustainability programs Strong technical writing and presentation capabilities Experience in mentoring and developing sustainability professionals This role requires on-site presence in our London office. Life at Gensler We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical and dental insurance, season ticket loans, pension, profit sharing and twice annual bonus opportunities.  As part of the firm commitment to professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional qualifications and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programmes or classes. We view our professional development programmes as strategic investments in our future. #LI-MS2 At Gensler, the value of our work stems from its positive impact on the human experience. We are a dynamic and collaborative design firm uniting creativity, research, and innovation to solve complex problems for our clients. Our work challenges conventional ideas about architecture and the built environment. We aren’t just designing buildings—we are reimagining cities and places that make a difference in people lives. Founded in 1965, Gensler has built a team of 6,000 professionals who partner with clients in over 100 countries each year. Everything we do is guided by our mission: to create a better world through the power of design. NOTICE TO APPLICANTS We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. 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