Carbon Manager

Shirley Parsons; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Carbon Manager dedicated to sustainability within construction. This role offers opportunities to influence strategic decisions and initiatives aimed at achieving ambitious Net Zero goals by 2045. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in reducing carbon emissions and possess excellent communication skills to engage effectively with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in reducing embodied carbon emissions.
• Experience in engaging senior management and clients.
• Track record of running interactive workshops.

Responsibilities

• Drive change to lower carbon emissions across the business.
• Shape strategic design for low-carbon projects.
• Lead workshops to facilitate efficient adoption of sustainability practices.

Skills

Relationship-Building Skills

Self-Management

Confident Communication

Organised and Collaborative

Education

Background in Sustainability or Environmental Science

Job description

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Shirley Parsons is partnering with a highly respected UK construction company on an exciting opportunity for a Carbon Manager. If you're passionate about creating meaningful change and shaping the future of sustainability in construction, this role could be the perfect next step. You’ll play a pivotal role in supporting the business to reach its ambitious 2045 Net Zero goals while building strong relationships with Senior Leaders and key decision-makers.

Why This Role?

As the Carbon Manager, you won’t just be another cog in the machine. You’ll be at the forefront of driving change across the business, with the chance to:

• Become a Subject Matter Expert: Upskill yourself while guiding the business on climate action to lower carbon emissions effectively.
• Shape Strategic Design: Work with project teams to meet embodied carbon targets, providing recommendations for innovative, low-carbon materials and design solutions.
• Engage the Wider Value Chain: Collaborate with external clients and partners, helping them navigate their own journeys toward Net Zero.
• Lead Workshops That Matter: Design and deliver interactive, engaging workshops across the business and with external partners to drive adoption, efficiency, and real-world results.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who’s as passionate about sustainability as they are about making an impact. The ideal candidate will bring:

• Proven Expertise: An impressive background in reducing embodied carbon emissions within the built environment and driving sustainable change.
• Relationship-Building Skills: Exceptional at engaging both senior management and clients, fostering collaboration and effective communication.
• Self-Management: The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while balancing competing priorities.
• Confident Communication: A natural speaker and presenter, able to run highly interactive workshops and inspire others to take action.
• Organised and Collaborative: Comfortable liaising with internal teams and external partners, ensuring clear communication at every step.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting

• Industries

  Construction and Environmental Services

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