An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Environmental & Sustainability Manager to join a main civil engineering contractors Sizewell team. To be considered, you will come from a Civil Engineering or Construction background.
The Environmental & Sustainability Manager will be responsible for overseeing and improving E&S performance and driving innovation across several projects. In addition, the E&S Manager will be required to support development and implementation of the wider business strategy.
The ideal candidate will have to hold a full UK driving licence, as travel between sites is necessary.
Key Accountabilities to include but not limited to:
* Produce and review project specific environmental documentation
* Apply and maintain validity of Section 61, and any permit/licences for sites as required
* Ensuring each project understands their client’s sustainability requirements
* Audit and report environmental performance to internal and external clients and regulatory bodies
* Support sites to deliver material management plans for suitable reuse and disposal of materials
* Provide technical advice and solutions to assist with any significant environmental challenges
* Reviewing of project performance, addressing areas of improvement
* Collation and analysis of E&S data for company and client reporting
* Ensuring compliance with environmental legislation, ensuring project and company compliance
* Liaison with clients, local authorities and other statutory bodies
* Environmental incident investigations, if required
* Assist in implementing the EMS/EnMs across the business and ensure compliance on project sites
* Collaborate with site teams and buyers to achieve sustainable procurement for all materials and services, confirming that all are ethically or sustainably sourced. Where feasible seeking carbon
* Delivery of training on environmental management and sustainability for the project team and supply chain where applicable
* Support development and implementation of business environmental & sustainability strategy and support the roll out of this to project teams
Experience/Knowledge:
* Knowledge of relevant Environmental Legislation and guidelines
* Formal auditing experience/training
* Experience embedding environmental and sustainability considerations across projects
* Experience maintaining records and documentation systems
Skills:
* Ability to use a range of IT packages, Microsoft Office, and bespoke packages
* Exceptional relationship-building skills
* Excellent communication skills, both oral & written
* Interpersonal skills to deal effectively with people at all levels
* Ability to integrate and play an active part in the construction team
* Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise to meet deadlines
* Able to work in a fast-paced, work environment
Qualifications:
* Professional membership of an appropriate environmental organisation (e.g. IEMA)
* Relevant Environmental or Sustainability Qualification
* ISO 14001 /50001 auditor training (lead auditor preferable)