Environment & Sustainability Graduate

Strabag; England; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

STRABAG UK LIMITED is seeking a 2027 Environment & Sustainability Graduate to join the HARP project. You will support the Senior Sustainability Advisor on project-wide sustainability matters and contribute to the delivery of carbon models and site policies.

The role requires strong analytical skills, a genuine interest in sustainability, and ability to travel weekly to sites across the North West. A relevant degree in sustainability is essential.

Qualifications

• A relevant Master's/Bachelor's degree within sustainability or related field.
• Genuine interest in sustainability issues and relevant legislation.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and reporting to the Senior Sustainability Advisor on project and business sustainability matters.
• Willingness to travel weekly to sites as required.
• Understand carbon emission drivers and roadmaps (Scope 1, 2 and 3).
• Proficient in Excel, PowerBI, Python or similar tools.
• Follow PAS2080 guidance on all sites.
• Deliver OneClickLCA carbon models for projects (prospective and live).
• Draft and maintain site-specific policies and procedures in line with ISO50001/ISO14001/ISO46001.
• Undertake internal audits and participate in external audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Time management

Analytical skills

Excel

PowerBI

Python

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Sustainability

Tools

Excel

PowerBI

Python

Job description

As a 2027 Graduate joining STRABAG UK on the HARP Project as an Environment & Sustainability Graduate, you will be working on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes.

What matters to us

• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work with good organisation and time management.
• A relevant Master's / Bachelor's degree (preferably within sustainability / component module).
• A genuine interest in and understanding of sustainability issues and relevant legislation.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Good communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Your contribution to our company

The Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme (HARP) is a £3 billion infrastructure project led by United Utilities to upgrade the 110-kilometre Haweswater Aqueduct in the North West of England. STRABAG UK are leading the full design and construction scope of the project.

The aqueduct was originally built between 1933 and 1955; the project will be replacing six aging underground tunnel sections (totalling over 50km) to secure long-term clean drinking water supply to 2.5 million people across Cumbria, Lancashire, and Greater Manchester.

• Providing support and reporting to the Senior Sustainability Advisor, for project and business-related sustainability matters.
• This role requires flexibility in your weekly work structure. There will be an expectation to travel to our sites on a weekly basis.
• Understanding of key drivers of carbon emissions for a construction company, knowledge will span from companywide Scope 1,2 and 3 targets and roadmap, down to design criteria of specific works on a project.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerBI, Python, or similar.
• Follow PAS2080 guidance on all our sites.
• Will be able to deliver OneClickLCA carbon models for prospective and live projects.
• To be able to draft, and maintain our site‑specific policies and procedures, in line with ISO50001, ISO 14001, ISO 46001.
• Undertake internal audits and represent STRABAG in external audits.
• Understand and oversee projects from the pre‑construction stage until post‑completion.
• Grow your knowledge of the construction industry and understand the roles of different departments and how sustainability is included in each team.
• Attend internal and external conferences and forums.
• Become affiliated with a professional sustainability institution (ISEP).

Please note, the role will close to applications on Monday 30th November 2026.

What you stand to gain

This happens after the successful application

1. Screening of applications – careful review and evaluation of submitted documents

2. Decision, whether to invite an applicant to an interview

3. Getting to know the candidate in a virtual or personal setting – the number of interviews may vary depending on the position

4. Welcome to STRABAG SE– clarifying the offer and the final details regarding the candidate’s entry

At STRABAG around 89,000 people working on progress at more than 2,400 locations worldwide. Uniqueness and individual strengths characterise both our projects and each of us as individuals. Whether its building construction, civil engineering, road construction, underground engineering, bridge building, tunnelling, construction material production, project development or building management – we are always one step ahead so that we can become the most innovative and sustainable construction technology company in Europe. Diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities are integral to this, who we are as a company and how we work.

Together we work as partners to complete projects successfully and grow with new challenges. Together we achieve great things. Let’s progress!

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