Sustainability Manager

Sustainability Manager-Construction

We are recruiting for a Sustainabilty Manager for a busy and well established civils contractor in East London. This role will report directly to the Board and you will you will be tasked to develop and drive the Company s commitment and strategy to improve its sustainability and environmental performance; minimising their impact whilst leaving a positive legacy on the communities and environment in which they work.

Job Role

• Implement, develop and manage the Company s sustainability strategy.

• Develop policies, procedures and systems in relation to environmental and sustainability issues for the business activities.

• Manage initiatives from conception to implementation on a range of sustainability issues, particularly carbon foot printing, energy and water management, sustainable procurement and social value.

• Raise awareness of sustainability issues affecting the Company and its projects through a variety of media outlets.

• Develop and provide training and advice on sustainability issues to staff at all levels across the business.

• Assist and input to tendering process on sustainable practices and solutions.

• Carry out environmental audits and inspections on facilities and project sites in relation to the IMS and associated business accreditations.

• Carryout environmental monitoring on project sites, analyse results and develop strategy and control measures.

• Assist project teams in the development of Environmental and Site Waste Management Plans.

• Liaise with external stakeholders on social and community engagement.

• Report and measure the sustainability and environmental impacts of the business and its project sites.

• Prepare sustainability reports and case studies for Main Board Directors.

• Participate with relevant working groups as a part of the company s partnership with the Supply Chain Sustainability School.

• Lead the company charity and social value committee.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Skills & Experience:

• Reliable and conscientious worker.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills.

• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

• Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with clients and colleagues.

• Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written.

• Excellent time management skills and ability to support multiple projects and systems.

• Excellent organisational, planning and prioritising skills.

• Ability to drive projects and the overall strategy through to a high standard.

• Strong analytical skills with good attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and show initiative.

KNOWLEDGE

Practical & Technical:

• Excellent presentation skills.

• Ability to inspire, influence and implement change with the enthusiasm and energy required to make things happen.

• Experience with using different media to communicate sustainability messages to a range of stakeholders.

• Ability to deal confidently and knowledgably with colleagues, supply chain and external consultants and clients.

• Proficient in the use of MS Office applications.

• Computer literate and capable of producing accurate and thorough reports and analysis.

• Degree qualified in an environmental or sustainability related discipline.

• Membership of a relevant professional body (IEMA, CIWM,).

• Experience and competence in auditing to ISO 14001.

• Knowledge and understanding of nuisance monitoring and control.

• 5-7 years experience in working in the construction industry.

Competitive Salary negotiable upon experience.