Environmental And Sustainability Manager

Sphere Solutions; Newport; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an experienced Environmental & Sustainability Manager for a major construction project in Newport. The role involves leading sustainability initiatives, ensuring compliance, and engaging with stakeholders over approximately 3 years. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in environmental management and construction. Excellent salary and career development prospects are offered.

Benefits

Long-term contract

Excellent salary package

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Environmental/Sustainability management within construction.
• Track record on large-scale or complex construction projects.
• Prepared to be based on site in Newport for around 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental/sustainability activities ensuring compliance.
• Develop/implement site-specific sustainability plans.
• Monitor environmental performance and provide reporting.
• Engage subcontractors/stakeholders for best practices.
• Advise on waste reduction and sustainable construction methods.

Skills

Environmental legislation knowledge

ISO standards understanding

Sustainability frameworks expertise

Stakeholder influence

Job description

Overview

Environmental & Sustainability Manager - Major Construction Project (Newport)

We are seeking an experienced Environmental & Sustainability Manager to take a lead role on a landmark data centre construction project in Newport. This is a long-term opportunity (c. 3 years) to be part of one of the most high-profile builds in the region, offering excellent career prospects and an attractive package.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental and sustainability activities on site, ensuring compliance with legislation, regulations, and client requirements.
• Develop and implement site-specific sustainability plans in line with corporate and project goals.
• Monitor environmental performance, carry out audits, and provide regular reporting to project leadership.
• Engage with subcontractors and stakeholders to drive best practice in environmental management.
• Advise on waste reduction, carbon management, and sustainable construction methods.
• Act as the key point of contact for all environmental and sustainability matters on site.

About You

• Proven experience in an Environmental and/or Sustainability Manager role within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation, ISO standards, and sustainability frameworks.
• Track record of successfully delivering on large-scale or complex construction projects.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Prepared to be based on site in Newport for the duration of this major project (approx. 3 years).

What’s on Offer

• A long-term role on a flagship construction project.
• Excellent package and career development opportunities.
• The chance to play a pivotal role in delivering a project of significant scale and importance.

If you have the expertise and passion to lead environmental and sustainability initiatives on one of the UK's most high-profile construction projects, we'd like to hear from you.