Associate Director Sustainability / Building Physics

TN United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Associate Director in Sustainability to join their Executive Team in Guildford. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead with values-driven leadership while contributing to sustainable growth and environmental performance. You will engage with clients, manage teams collaboratively, and participate in strategic decision-making. With a commitment to sustainability, this firm offers a supportive and enriching work environment, competitive salaries, and generous benefits, including 25 days of holiday and pension contributions. Join a dedicated team at the forefront of combating climate change and make a meaningful impact in the industry.

Benefits

Generous pension contributions

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Sabbaticals

Cycle-to-work scheme

Structured orientation and training programs

Qualifications

• Over 15 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Proven client-facing experience and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Lead with values-driven leadership and manage using a coaching style.
• Build trust-based relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Sustainability Consultancy

Client Management

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s/Honors Degree

Chartered Engineer Status

Job description

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Associate Director Sustainability / Building Physics, Guildford

Founded in 2005, SRE Ltd is a dedicated and independent sustainability consultancy committed to improving the environmental performance of buildings for over 19 years.

We are seeking an experienced, committed, and commercially aware professional to join our Executive Team and contribute to our growth.

Join SRE and collaborate with a team of dedicated, values-driven professionals at the forefront of combating climate change.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Lead with values-driven leadership, investing in individuals to help them reach their potential
• Participate in strategic decision-making to ensure sustainable growth
• Manage using a coaching and collaborative style to meet targets
• Build trust-based relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Support clients in enhancing the environmental performance of their developments
• Contribute to developing a robust project pipeline
• Assist in marketing and advertising efforts
• Collaborate closely with Scheduling, Resourcing, and other Team Leaders

Why work with SRE?

• Proven commitment to sustainability with 19 years of experience
• Trust-based relationships, collaborative work environment, and coaching management style
• Competitive salaries with bonuses
• Generous pension contributions, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, sabbaticals, and cycle-to-work scheme
• Structured orientation, training, development, and enrichment programs
• Located in Guildford, Surrey, in the beautiful Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Core Values

SRE’s core values are authenticity, dedication, and kindness. These values underpin our operations and culture, emphasizing trust, excellence, and challenging the status quo.

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

Candidates should have:

• Over 15 years of experience in the construction industry (e.g., surveying, sustainability consultancy, architecture, planning, construction, M&E)
• Over 15 years of client-facing experience
• A Bachelor’s/Honors degree and Chartered Engineer status
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Initiative, attention to detail, and drive
• An outgoing personality with strong communication skills and a good sense of humor

The position is full-time, based in central Guildford, Surrey. Salary will depend on experience and ability.