Sustainability Lead
M40 Corridor
£50,000 - £75,000 + package
Our client is a leading main contractor delivering major construction and technical projects across the UK. They are seeking a Sustainability Lead to join their team and play a key role in driving environmental and sustainability performance across their portfolio.
The successful candidate will act as the project sustainability subject matter expert — supporting construction operations, guiding project teams through BREEAM, LEED and Low Carbon Construction requirements, and ensuring the business continues to build in line with its sustainability strategy,
Responsibilities
Project Compliance
* Serve as the key contact for assigned projects, providing sustainability and environmental guidance to construction teams.
* Contribute to the development and delivery of internal sustainability and environmental training.
* Monitor and report monthly on project sustainability performance and progress.
* Support teams with planning conditions and sustainability KPIs.
* Undertake site visits and inspections to ensure compliance and promote best practice.
* Produce project environmental and sustainability documentation such as Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs) and Pollution Incident Response Plans.
Building & Project Certification
* Support teams in understanding and achieving certification targets (BREEAM, LEED).
* Engage with the supply chain to ensure certification evidence is gathered on time.
* Manage and maintain certification trackers to ensure compliance and auditability.
* Act as the main point of contact for clients and consultants regarding certification progress and requirements.
* Identify and escalate risks to meeting certification targets.
* Share knowledge and promote process improvement across the business for BREEAM and other certifications.
Sustainability Strategy
* Support the Head of ESG with delivery and performance monitoring of the company’s sustainability strategy.
* Integrate sustainability objectives into day-to-day project operations.
* Contribute to the ongoing development of the Environmental Management System and ESG documentation.
* Champion continuous improvement and drive sustainability initiatives across the business.
Requirements
* Strong understanding of sustainability standards and frameworks such as BREEAM, LEED, and ISO 14001.
* Experience working on construction projects with a sustainability or environmental focus.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Relevant environmental or sustainability qualifications (IEMA, BREEAM Assessor, or equivalent) are advantageous.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor with a genuine commitment to sustainable construction and innovation.