Due to continued growth and project success Ridge has an exciting opportunity for a BREEAM Assessor to join our expanding Sustainability team in Winchester. This role is ideal for someone at the early stages of their sustainability career who is eager to learn develop and contribute to an awardwinning multidisciplinary consultancy as well as for an experienced assessor who is keen to take the next step and help us strengthen and grow our BREEAM and wider Sustainability Assessment offering.
You will work closely with our Sustainability team to support the delivery of highquality environmental assessments across a diverse portfolio of projects. For early career candidates this is a fantastic opportunity to build strong technical foundations in BREEAM with structured support and mentoring. For more experienced assessors the role offers the chance to take ownership of assessments contribute to best-practice development and play a key role in shaping our approach as the service line continues to expand.
About the Team
Our Sustainability team provides a wide range of advisory services to clients design teams contractors and Ridges own multidisciplinary project teams. We support projects from early concept through to handover helping shape Sustainability strategies for individual buildings and large property portfolios.
You will be part of a collaborative supportive team working across multiple sectors including education defence commercial offices industrial hospitality leisure infrastructure and healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver and support sustainability assessments including BREEAM DREAM WELL and Fitwel.
Prepare clear concise technical reports briefing notes and supporting documentation.
Provide sustainability advice to internal and external project stakeholders.
Contribute to planning support documents such as Energy Statements Sustainability Reports and Whole Life Carbon Reports.
Support the development of projectspecific sustainability strategies
Engage with wider Sustainability themes with opportunities to develop expertise in:
Dynamic thermal modelling using IES VE or Elmhurst (thermal comfort Part L compliance CIBSE TM54).
Embodied carbon and net zero carbon strategies including whole life carbon assessments.
Circular economy principles
Industry engagement (e.g. UKGBC working groups)
Health wellbeing and social value
Broader ESGrelated initiatives
Experience & Skills
Experience or exposure to the built environment sector (e.g. consultancy design construction or academic projects).
Training or foundational knowledge in BREEAM or similar sustainability assessment methodologies.
Strong attention to detail and a genuine passion for sustainable building design.
Ability to produce wellstructured written reports and communicate clearly with project teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
About us
We are Ridge a Built Environment Consultancy. We help our clients transform the quality and sustainability of the built environment.
Our 1400 people bring a vast range of skills delivering a professional mindset gritty discipline and a genuine passion to every one of the thousands of projects they undertake each year. Theyre the foundation of our success - they drive our vision embody our values and separate us from the competition.
Come and join us if youre hungry to be part of an exceptional team - if you put quality first - if youre motivated by ingenuity and if youre always aspiring to be the very best.
Quality
THE CORNERSTONE OF OUR BUSINESS.
From concept to execution our work is driven by passion technical expertise and an uncompromising commitment to excellence - delivering solutions that stand the test of time. We dont need - or want - to be the biggest. Just the best.
Ingenuity
AS STANDARD.
We question assumptions and look beyond the obvious - applying technical depth and creativity to solve problems that matter. We find better ways today then improve on them tomorrow.
Partnership
BUILT ON TRUST. GROWN OVER TIME.
Since 1946 strong relationships have shaped everything we do. We listen challenge with care and stay with you for the long haul - turning shared goals into lasting impact.
Aspiration
THE FIRE IN OUR BELLY.
We start with a vision - then push the boundaries of whats possible. With bold ideas and a clear view of the future we turn ambitions into meaningful outcomes.
Your benefits
The benefits package we have put together for you supports every aspect of your life.
Annual leave
A healthy holiday allowance that starts at 25 days pa plus the option to buy carry over or sell.
Community spirit
You can take three volunteering days each year to spend time on causes close to your heart.
Mental health
Mental Health First Aiders are here to support you backed up by Unums app.
Financial benefits
A path to peace of mind: life assurance pension scheme and income protection.
Physical wellbeing
Your health is a priority for us too so we offer medical insurance private GP access and discounted gym membership.
Flexible working
Our flexible approach to hybrid working is there to suit you your family and your team.
Career development
A pathway at Ridge thats focused on your professional personal or educational aspirations.
Extra benefits
Performance bonus car allowance and more based on your role - and progression.
We believe that everyone performs their best when they feel like they belong and can be their true selves at work. As an equal opportunities employer we will support you to ensure you have everything you need to be successful and achieve your best in your career at Ridge. If youd like to discuss accessibility accommodations or adjustments during your application and selection process please contact us atand we will work with you to ensure you feel included and supported.
A polite note to Recruitment Agencies We enjoy great relationships with our agency partners within our framework and fully believe in the value of a blended approach to finding the best talent. However we are recruiting for this role directly and arent seeking support from agency partners at this time any unsolicited CV introductions wont be honoured and we wont grant candidate ownerships on any introduction that you make for roles that havent been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team.
We are committed to nurturing strong partnerships within our agency framework but there are occasions where we looking to enlist the help of others. If you would be interested in working with us in the future please send a message to and well reach out to you should there be an opportunity.
A polite note to recruitment agencies
We are recruiting for this role directly and arent seeking support from our agency partners. Any unsolicited CV introductions wont be honoured and we wont grant candidate ownership on any introductions you make for roles that havent been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team. If you are a recruitment agency who doesnt currently work with Ridge but would like to please send a message to and well reach out to you should there be an opportunity.
Note to recruitment agencies
We are recruiting for this role directly and arent seeking support from our agency partners. Any unsolicited CV introductions wont be honoured and we wont grant candidate ownership on any introductions you make for roles that havent been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team.
If you are a recruitment agency who doesnt currently work with Ridge but would like to please send a message to and well reach out to you should there be an opportunity.
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Due to continued growth and project success Ridge has an exciting opportunity for a BREEAM Assessor to join our expanding Sustainability team in Winchester. This role is ideal for someone at the early stages of their sustainability career who is eager to learn develop and contribute to an awardwinni...
Due to continued growth and project success Ridge has an exciting opportunity for a BREEAM Assessor to join our expanding Sustainability team in Winchester. This role is ideal for someone at the early stages of their sustainability career who is eager to learn develop and contribute to an awardwinning multidisciplinary consultancy as well as for an experienced assessor who is keen to take the next step and help us strengthen and grow our BREEAM and wider Sustainability Assessment offering.
You will work closely with our Sustainability team to support the delivery of highquality environmental assessments across a diverse portfolio of projects. For early career candidates this is a fantastic opportunity to build strong technical foundations in BREEAM with structured support and mentoring. For more experienced assessors the role offers the chance to take ownership of assessments contribute to best-practice development and play a key role in shaping our approach as the service line continues to expand.
About the Team
Our Sustainability team provides a wide range of advisory services to clients design teams contractors and Ridges own multidisciplinary project teams. We support projects from early concept through to handover helping shape Sustainability strategies for individual buildings and large property portfolios.
You will be part of a collaborative supportive team working across multiple sectors including education defence commercial offices industrial hospitality leisure infrastructure and healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver and support sustainability assessments including BREEAM DREAM WELL and Fitwel.
Prepare clear concise technical reports briefing notes and supporting documentation.
Provide sustainability advice to internal and external project stakeholders.
Contribute to planning support documents such as Energy Statements Sustainability Reports and Whole Life Carbon Reports.
Support the development of projectspecific sustainability strategies
Engage with wider Sustainability themes with opportunities to develop expertise in:
Dynamic thermal modelling using IES VE or Elmhurst (thermal comfort Part L compliance CIBSE TM54).
Embodied carbon and net zero carbon strategies including whole life carbon assessments.
Circular economy principles
Industry engagement (e.g. UKGBC working groups)
Health wellbeing and social value
Broader ESGrelated initiatives
Experience & Skills
Experience or exposure to the built environment sector (e.g. consultancy design construction or academic projects).
Training or foundational knowledge in BREEAM or similar sustainability assessment methodologies.
Strong attention to detail and a genuine passion for sustainable building design.
Ability to produce wellstructured written reports and communicate clearly with project teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
About us
We are Ridge a Built Environment Consultancy. We help our clients transform the quality and sustainability of the built environment.
Our 1400 people bring a vast range of skills delivering a professional mindset gritty discipline and a genuine passion to every one of the thousands of projects they undertake each year. Theyre the foundation of our success - they drive our vision embody our values and separate us from the competition.
Come and join us if youre hungry to be part of an exceptional team - if you put quality first - if youre motivated by ingenuity and if youre always aspiring to be the very best.
Quality
THE CORNERSTONE OF OUR BUSINESS.
From concept to execution our work is driven by passion technical expertise and an uncompromising commitment to excellence - delivering solutions that stand the test of time. We dont need - or want - to be the biggest. Just the best.
Ingenuity
AS STANDARD.
We question assumptions and look beyond the obvious - applying technical depth and creativity to solve problems that matter. We find better ways today then improve on them tomorrow.
Partnership
BUILT ON TRUST. GROWN OVER TIME.
Since 1946 strong relationships have shaped everything we do. We listen challenge with care and stay with you for the long haul - turning shared goals into lasting impact.
Aspiration
THE FIRE IN OUR BELLY.
We start with a vision - then push the boundaries of whats possible. With bold ideas and a clear view of the future we turn ambitions into meaningful outcomes.
Your benefits
The benefits package we have put together for you supports every aspect of your life.
Annual leave
A healthy holiday allowance that starts at 25 days pa plus the option to buy carry over or sell.
Community spirit
You can take three volunteering days each year to spend time on causes close to your heart.
Mental health
Mental Health First Aiders are here to support you backed up by Unums app.
Financial benefits
A path to peace of mind: life assurance pension scheme and income protection.
Physical wellbeing
Your health is a priority for us too so we offer medical insurance private GP access and discounted gym membership.
Flexible working
Our flexible approach to hybrid working is there to suit you your family and your team.
Career development
A pathway at Ridge thats focused on your professional personal or educational aspirations.
Extra benefits
Performance bonus car allowance and more based on your role - and progression.
We believe that everyone performs their best when they feel like they belong and can be their true selves at work. As an equal opportunities employer we will support you to ensure you have everything you need to be successful and achieve your best in your career at Ridge. If youd like to discuss accessibility accommodations or adjustments during your application and selection process please contact us atand we will work with you to ensure you feel included and supported.
A polite note to Recruitment Agencies We enjoy great relationships with our agency partners within our framework and fully believe in the value of a blended approach to finding the best talent. However we are recruiting for this role directly and arent seeking support from agency partners at this time any unsolicited CV introductions wont be honoured and we wont grant candidate ownerships on any introduction that you make for roles that havent been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team.
We are committed to nurturing strong partnerships within our agency framework but there are occasions where we looking to enlist the help of others. If you would be interested in working with us in the future please send a message to and well reach out to you should there be an opportunity.
A polite note to recruitment agencies
We are recruiting for this role directly and arent seeking support from our agency partners. Any unsolicited CV introductions wont be honoured and we wont grant candidate ownership on any introductions you make for roles that havent been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team. If you are a recruitment agency who doesnt currently work with Ridge but would like to please send a message to and well reach out to you should there be an opportunity.
Note to recruitment agencies
We are recruiting for this role directly and arent seeking support from our agency partners. Any unsolicited CV introductions wont be honoured and we wont grant candidate ownership on any introductions you make for roles that havent been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team.
If you are a recruitment agency who doesnt currently work with Ridge but would like to please send a message to and well reach out to you should there be an opportunity.
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