A leading construction contractor is seeking an Environmental & Sustainability Manager to play a key role on a flagship UK infrastructure programme. This is a high-impact position with genuine influence over project delivery, environmental performance, and long-term sustainability strategy.
Location
This is a hybrid role split approximately 50/50 between the Sizewell C project and regional projects. You will also report into a regional office in either Birmingham, Leicester or Derby, with regular travel expected.
What you’ll be responsible for
* Shaping environmental and sustainability performance across major construction projects, embedding best practice from design through delivery.
* Driving carbon, materials, and environmental management strategies that influence real-world project outcomes.
* Partnering with site teams, engineers, and leadership to turn sustainability commitments into practical, deliverable actions.
* Engaging with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure compliance while enhancing project reputation and performance.
* Using data, audits, and reporting to identify risks, drive improvement, and showcase environmental and sustainability impact.
What we’re ideally looking for
* A construction-experienced environmental or sustainability professional who thrives in complex, fast-paced project environments.
* Someone confident influencing site teams and senior stakeholders, translating technical requirements into actionable solutions.A strong understanding of UK environmental legislation, carbon management, and sustainability frameworks (e.g., PAS 2080, ISO 14001, BREEAM).
* Experience embedding environmental and sustainability processes across live construction projects, not just at policy level.
* A proactive, collaborative mindset with the drive to shape how major infrastructure projects are delivered more sustainably.
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