A growing construction and property–focused organisation is seeking a Head of Sustainability to support its growth strategy and lead the development of a net carbon homes offering. The role will also shape and deliver a group–wide ESG strategy, defining a clear vision and roadmap to become a highly sustainable, net carbon organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Shape, deliver, and promote the group sustainability strategy, including policies, standards, and year–one baseline data
Set appropriate sustainability and carbon reduction targets and monitor progress
Secure senior leadership commitment to embedding sustainability into core decision–making
Support the ESG committee in delivering the group ESG plan
Act as an internal sustainability consultant, advising and supporting teams on group initiatives
Coordinate group–wide data collection and internal reporting to support external disclosures
Develop sustainability metrics, track delivery timelines, and report progress internally
Lead internal and external communications on sustainability and social value
Represent the business externally as a sustainability and social value spokesperson
Develop engagement strategies to raise awareness of sustainability initiatives
Build and strengthen relationships with NGOs, industry bodies, policymakers, local authorities, and partners
Skills & Experience
Strong passion for sustainability, social value, construction, and community engagement
Proven experience developing and implementing sustainability programmes
Experience delivering social value strategies
Excellent written, verbal, and influencing skills
Confident engaging and presenting at senior and external stakeholder level
Strategic mindset with the ability to influence senior leaders
Strong project management and delivery–focused approach
Solid understanding of ESG, sustainability trends, and investor priorities
Previous experience in a similar senior sustainability role
Strong Microsoft Office capability
Qualifications
Degree qualified (advantageous)
Professional sustainability qualification such as MIEMA / CEnv (advantageous)
Other Requirements
Full clean UK driving licence (essential)
CSCS card or working towards one (desirable)
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