At Dewick & Associates, we actively invest in staff development to strengthen our sustainability expertise and deliver better outcomes for our clients. Ongoing professional training ensures our team stays aligned with best practice in building performance, environmental standards and technical documentation across the construction and property sectors.

Most recently, Liana, our UK & ROI client coordinator, completed the BREEAM Foundations course, joining other staff members who have completed the course. This investment further expands our internal capability in one of the world’s leading sustainability assessment frameworks.

Completing the BREEAM Foundations course has extended my understanding of how sustainability frameworks translate into real project decisions. It’s practical, globally recognised knowledge that directly improves the advice we give our clients.
Liana, Dewick & Associates

The Value in Investing in Staff Development

The construction and property industries continue to evolve, with increasing focus on sustainability, compliance and long-term asset performance. By prioritising professional development, Dewick & Associates ensures our team has the knowledge required to support clients through changing regulatory requirements and rising Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) expectations.

Developing staff expertise allows us to provide clearer guidance, stronger coordination and more informed decision-making throughout the project life cycle.

What Is BREEAM and the BREEAM Foundations Course?

BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) is a globally recognised sustainability assessment framework for buildings and infrastructure. It evaluates environmental performance across key categories including energy efficiency, water use, materials, waste management, ecology, and health and well-being.

The BREEAM Foundations course provides an introduction to how the BREEAM framework operates, why sustainability assessment matters and how BREEAM supports improved building outcomes. The course is designed for professionals seeking a practical understanding of sustainability principles and their real-world application.

Why BREEAM Knowledge Matters for Clients

BREEAM-certified and BREEAM-informed projects are increasingly valued for their environmental performance, operational efficiency and long-term resilience. 

Having BREEAM-trained staff enables Dewick & Associates to help clients:

• Ensures Compliance with Sustainability Standards: BREEAM-trained staff can accurately reference environmental performance criteria, ensuring technical documents reflect current compliance requirements and support certification processes.
• Improves Clarity and Accuracy: Understanding BREEAM allows documentation to clearly describe sustainable materials, energy efficiency measures, and water management strategies, reducing ambiguity for contractors and project teams.
• Enhances Risk Management: Technical documents that integrate BREEAM principles help identify potential environmental or operational risks early, avoiding costly defects or performance shortfalls.
• Supports Efficient Project Handover: Comprehensive BREEAM-aligned manuals make it easier for building owners and facility managers to operate and maintain assets in line with sustainability goals.
• Respond effectively to sustainability and ESG requirements.

This knowledge strengthens our ability to provide documentation that demonstrates a proactive approach to sustainability, supporting ESG reporting and long-term asset performance.

Delivering Better Outcomes Through Industry Knowledge

Liana’s completion of the BREEAM Foundations course reflects our broader commitment to expanding industry knowledge across our team. By investing in recognised sustainability training, Dewick & Associates continues to build capability that supports smarter project delivery and improved client outcomes.

Our focus on staff development ensures we remain a trusted partner for clients seeking clear, informed and future-focused advice in sustainability and building documentation.

Dewick & Associates BREEAM-Qualified Team

Our commitment to sustainability is underpinned by the people behind our work. The following members of the Dewick & Associates team have completed the BREEAM Foundations course, strengthening our collective capability in sustainability assessment, building performance and best-practice outcomes for clients.

Each team member brings this knowledge into their role, supporting clearer advice, stronger coordination and improved project delivery across the built environment.

• Louise Gardner, General Manager (add LinkedIn)
• Alexandra Vuksa, Lead Client Coordinator
• Liana Ossai, Client Coordinator – UK & ROI

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References & resources

• BREEAM Official Website: The central hub for all BREEAM schemes, case studies, and news.

• BREEAM Knowledge Base: A comprehensive wiki containing technical FAQs, compliance notes, and guidance for specific credits.

• BREEAM Projects Search (Green Book Live): Use this to find BREEAM-certified assessments, products, and licensed professionals.