Sustainability Associate (Buildings & Infrastructure)

ROLE PURPOSE

As a Sustainability Professional within Bureau Veritas MCA, you will support client projects and internal initiatives that enable organisations to measure, manage, and improve their environmental and social performance. You will contribute to the delivery of sustainability services while developing your technical expertise and advisory capabilities under the guidance of experienced professionals and Bureau Veritas Global Sustainability Programme tutors.

EDUCATION

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree (university, engineering school, business school, or equivalent) in one of the following or related areas:
Preferred — STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)*
Environmental Science or Sustainability Management
Chemical, Civil, Industrial or Environmental Engineering
Energy Systems, Climate Science or Renewable Energy
Business, Economics or Data Analytics with a strong sustainability focus

*Bureau Veritas’s primary preference is for STEM-educated candidates (engineers, environmental scientists, chemists, data scientists) given that our core services — carbon accounting, LCA, ESG assurance, climate modelling — require strong technical and analytical foundations. Business, economics or data analytics graduates with a sustainability focus are equally welcome for advisory-track roles.

EXPERIENCE

Recent graduate OR up to 2 years of professional experience — this is an entry-level programme role
Previous experience in ESG or sustainability is appreciated but not required (e.g. internship, dissertation or academic project in sustainability)
Desirable familiarity with one or more of the following: carbon footprinting, LCA, energy audits, ESG reporting, or supply chain sustainability
Kenya position: Swahili is an advantage · Côte d’Ivoire position: excellent French required, English an advantage
Interest in or exposure to green building certification schemes (EDGE, LEED, BREEAM, HQE) through coursework or internship is valued

CORE SKILLS

Analytical and problem-solving skills — structured thinking and data-driven decision making
Effective communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement abilities
English B2+ — Upper Intermediate level minimum (additional languages are a plus)
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn BV digital tools
Strong writing skills for report preparation and client communication
Good understanding of building energy performance, construction materials and project delivery processes
Kenya & UAE: English required · Côte d’Ivoire: French required, English an advantage

  CORE COMPETENCIES

Passion for sustainability and climate transition — genuine desire to drive transformational change
Curious, proactive learner with attention to detail and analytical rigour
Dynamic approach to work with sensitivity to sustainable development issues
Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration abilities
Adaptability to work on innovative topics with diverse, international stakeholders
Professional mindset with a quality focus and project management aptitude

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Passion for Sustainability & Climate Transition — commitment to building a sustainability career, not just seeking a job; motivated by purpose and creating lasting environmental impact
Analytical & Problem-Solving — structured thinking and data-driven decision making; ability to tackle complex sustainability challenges
Communication — clear written and verbal communication across cultures; ability to translate and simplify technical concepts for diverse stakeholders
Learning Agility & Curiosity — rapid adaptation to evolving sustainability frameworks; proactive learning in a constantly changing market

WHAT WE OFFER

Enrolment in Bureau Veritas’s Global Sustainability Programme — structured mentorship, training and development from day one
Exposure to real client mandates across carbon accounting, ESG assurance, green buildings, supply chain and more — from your first week
Competitive early-career salary benchmarked to local market
Monthly thematic training sessions (technical practitioner + sales formats) organised by the MCA regional sustainability team
Access to Bureau Veritas’s global sustainability methodologies, tools and AI-driven solutions
Clear career development pathway: Consultant → Senior Consultant → Expert within 2–3 years
Part of a growing regional sustainability team spanning 35+ countries across MCA
Pioneer role — the first dedicated B&I sustainability position in BV MCA’s ESA/NWF areas; opportunity to shape the practice from the ground up
Participation in BV’s Green Buildings Technical Tribe, connecting practitioners across the MCA region

ROLE CONTEXT & RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Sustainability Associate (Buildings & Infrastructure) within Bureau Veritas MCA, you will be the first dedicated B&I sustainability professional in your area — a pioneer role. You will support the delivery of green building certification, sustainability assessments, energy audits, and B&I sustainability services for real estate developers, construction companies, development finance institutions and multinational operators. You will report to the Area B&I Product Line Manager and receive structured mentorship from the MCA regional sustainability team through BV’s Global Sustainability Programme.
Support delivery of green building certification programmes (EDGE, LEED, BREEAM, HQE) for real estate, hospitality and infrastructure clients in the area
Conduct sustainability assessments, energy audits and environmental compliance reviews for buildings and infrastructure projects
Collect and analyse building performance data — energy, water, waste, indoor environment quality — for certification and reporting
Assist in preparing technical proposals, scope of work documents and client deliverables for B&I sustainability mandates
Liaise with clients, architects, project managers and development finance institutions on green certification requirements
Support ESG baseline assessments and sustainability advisory for listed or DFI-funded clients in the area
Contribute to B&I pipeline development alongside the Area Sales Leader and Area Sustainability Lead
Participate in the Green Buildings Technical Tribe and monthly MCA thematic training session

PROGRAMME RESPONSIBILITIES (ALL ACADEMY HIRES)

The following are programme deliverables developed during employment — not pre-requisites for recruitment.

Project Delivery — Enable the simplification of sustainability complexity across carbon accounting, climate change adaptation, product circularity, renewable energy, supply chain resilience, and ESG reporting — giving clients the confidence to make more sustainable choices.
Support project delivery through research, data analysis, and client material preparation, leveraging Bureau Veritas proprietary tools, methodologies, and AI-driven solutions.
Collaborate across teams to engage with clients, assess risks, ensure compliance, and solve critical sustainability challenges that help organisations transform and operationalise their transition journey.
Technical Learning & Application — Understand sustainability standards and frameworks (ISO 14064, GHG Protocol, SBTi, LCA, IFRS S1/S2) as well as regulations (EU CBAM, ETS) applicable to the role and area.
Apply technical knowledge to real projects under supervision, demonstrating attention to detail and analytical rigour.
Continuous Learning — Actively participate in Bureau Veritas’s Global Sustainability Programme throughout the programme duration.

Apply Through:

jobs.bureauveritas.com