Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Specialist
Description
About Ethos
Ethos is a collaborative team of engineers, consultants, and creative thinkers designing and delivering data centre and energy infrastructure across the world's most dynamic markets. As a multidisciplinary consultancy , we combine technical expertise, creativity, and integrated delivery to lead complex, mission-critical projects .
Built on strong relationships , clear leadership , and a can-do mindset , Ethos is entering an exciting phase of growth , expanding our capabilities and taking on increasingly high-impact projects across EMEA and beyond.
Sustainability guides how we design, collaborate, and deliver , creating innovative solutions and lasting value for our clients and communities — making Performance Made Possible.
About the Job
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Specialist to support the delivery of sustainable, high-performance projects, with a strong focus on the data centre sector . The successful candidate will lead and contribute to whole life carbon assessments, sustainability certifications, and regulatory compliance across a range of projects.
Responsibilities:
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Conduct Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) and Whole Life Carbon (WLC) analyses for building projects, particularly data centres
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Use One Click LCA software to model, analyse, and report environmental impacts
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Interpret and apply EU Taxonomy requirements to ensure project compliance and reporting alignment
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Support delivery of sustainability certifications including:
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LEED
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BREEAM
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams to optimise environmental performance from early design stages
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Prepare high-quality reports, dashboards, and client presentations
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Advise on low-carbon design strategies , material selection, and circular economy principles
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Stay up to date with evolving EU regulations, standards, and sustainability frameworks
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Contribute to internal sustainability knowledge and best practices
About You
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Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Engineering, Building Services, Architecture , or a related field
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3+ years of proven experience in Life Cycle Assessment / Whole Life Carbon analysis
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Strong working knowledge of One Click LCA (essential)
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Familiarity with EU Taxonomy and sustainable finance frameworks
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Experience working with LEED and/or BREEAM certification processes
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Understanding of construction materials, building systems, and embodied carbon
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Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills
Desirable (Highly Preferred)
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Experience working on data centre projects
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Knowledge of EPDs (Environmental Product Declarations) and carbon databases
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Familiarity with additional frameworks (e.g. GRESB, CRREM, Net Zero Carbon standards )
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Experience integrating LCA into BIM or design workflows
Why Join Us?
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Join collaborative leaders – Work alongside experienced, approachable professionals who
combine technical excellence with calm, supportive leadership.
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Make a real impact – Contribute to mission-critical infrastructure projects that support the digital and energy transition across EMEA and beyond.
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Grow with us – As a rapidly growing consultancy, we offer opportunities to develop your skills, broaden your experience, and build your career.
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Shape a more sustainable future – Sustainability isn't an initiative—it's embedded in every project, every discipline, and every decision we make.
We offer:
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Flexible Fridays and a 9-day fortnight working schedule — enjoy every second Friday off to maintain work–life balance.
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A culture that values flexibility, learning, and teamwork , with clear progression pathways and support toward professional accreditation .
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Opportunities to work alongside some of the most experienced engineers in the industry, within a forward-thinking, technology-driven consultancy.
Benefits
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Flexible working times
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25 Days holidays
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Pension Scheme
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Refer a Friend scheme
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Subsidised Health Insurance Allowance
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Working travel out-of-pocket expenses
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Regular training/mentoring / further college support
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Support for Chartership
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A Professional Subscription Fee paid by the company
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Paid Statutory Leaves
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Heavily subsidised social committee