Building Research & Environmental Assessment (12 month paid placement)

Viridor is seeking a student for a 12-month paid placement at its Operations at Tees Valley, focusing on the construction phase of a project. This role involves supporting sustainable building projects through a Year in Industry placement focused on BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method).

Key Responsibilities

• Support BREEAM assessments by collecting and managing project evidence and documentation.
• Monitor project compliance against BREEAM requirements and sustainability targets.
• Liaise with architects, engineers, contractors, clients and internal teams to gather required information.
• Maintain accurate records, trackers and document control systems.
• Assist with sustainability reporting and preparation of BREEAM submissions.
• Review project information with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings and follow up on actions and information requests.
• Provide administrative support to the sustainability and building services teams.
• Research sustainability best practices and emerging industry standards.
• Prepare and contribute to BREEAM assessments, sustainability records and report documentation by collecting, analysing and presenting accurate data.
• Provide ad hoc support to the wider project team, including ERSV delivery support.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Attention to detail
• Administrative experience (Microsoft 365)
• Must be over 18 years of age due to the nature of the construction site.
• Exposure to Building Services is desirable
• Strong interest in sustainability within the construction industry

How to Apply

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