Group Sustainability Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Construction & Regeneration Contractor is seeking a Group Sustainability Coordinator based in Southampton. The role involves assisting in sustainability initiatives, managing projects, and reporting on environmental impact. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of sustainability, excellent communication skills, and the ability to engage stakeholders. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary of up to £34k plus a package.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of sustainability and environmental issues.
• Experience in data reporting.
• Willingness to travel across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering sustainability objectives and improving environmental impact.
• Report on client emissions and manage projects.
• Create content for environmental awareness events.

Skills

Sustainability

Communication

Organisational Skills

Networking

Attention to Detail

Education

Relevant degree in sustainability

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Group Sustainability Coordinator

Based in Southampton - Hybrid Working (2 days a week in the office)

Up to £34k plus package

We are working with a leading Construction & Regeneration Contractor to recruit an organised and driven Group Sustainability Coordinator for their Southampton office. You will assist the Sustainability Department in delivering its key objectives: improving the environmental impact of our client and raising awareness among key stakeholders.

Responsibilities Include:

1. Working alongside our client to ensure they meet their Sustainability KPIs and contractual obligations, focusing on five key areas: biodiversity, carbon reduction, waste reduction, awareness, and procurement.
2. Identifying opportunities and initiatives to benefit the local environment and managing projects from conception to completion.
3. Reporting on client emissions and identifying reduction initiatives.
4. Working with the Sustainability Manager to strategise high-level reduction methods and ensure we stay on track to achieve Net-Zero by 2050.
5. Reporting monthly on waste generation.
6. Creating content to raise awareness of environmental calendar events such as Tree Week, E-Waste Day, and Green Careers Week.
7. Identifying cost-saving initiatives during the material procurement stage.

Key Skills / Experience:

• A solid understanding of sustainability, environmental issues, and the impact of the built environment.
• Ability to network, build relationships with, and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Confident delivering presentations to small groups.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Relevant degree or work experience in sustainability or a related field.
• Experience in data reporting.
• Willingness to travel across the UK to support procurement functions and stakeholder engagement.
• Innovative mindset.