Environmental Manager

CUNNINGHAM; Newry; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

32 days annual leave

Life assurance and pension scheme

Healthcare plan

Flexible working policy

Professional membership support

Employee assistance

Wellbeing events

Career development

Company car parking

Membership support

Job summary

A leading building contractor in Northern Ireland seeks an experienced Environmental Manager to drive environmental performance across projects. This role involves leading sustainability initiatives, managing project budgets, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates should have a degree in a relevant field, along with strong project management and communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary and extensive leave options. Flexibility to work at various locations may be required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Studies, Sustainability, or related field preferred.
• Experience managing projects in construction sustainability is a plus.
• Ability to coordinate across teams and translate goals into actions.
• Ability to coordinate across teams and translate goals into practical actions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental projects and manage budgets and timelines.
• Monitor and report on project progress and identify stakeholders.
• Create KPIs to measure environmental impact and report successes.
• Monitor and report on project progress.
• Stay informed on environmental and sustainability trends and best practices.
• Identify and engage stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate environmental considerations.
• Develop and implement staff engagement campaigns.
• Create KPIs to measure environmental impact and engagement success.
• Coordinate sustainability champions or green teams across networks.
• Recommend process improvements.
• Assist with carbon footprint reporting and development.

Skills

Excellent communication

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Environmental Studies or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Environmental Manager

Join Cunningham, one of Ireland’s award‑winning building and civil engineering contractors, as an experienced Environmental Manager. The role drives environmental performance across our portfolio and supports sustainability strategy.

Location

Newry, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Contract

Full‑time, Permanent

Hours

Monday – Friday (8 am – 5 pm Monday – Thursday, 8 am – 2:30 pm Friday)

Reporting to

SHEQ Lead

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of company‑wide environmental projects.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and risks.
• Implement a project‑management structure to support environmental strategy.
• Monitor and report on project progress.
• Stay informed on environmental and sustainability trends and best practices.
• Identify and engage stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate environmental considerations.
• Develop and implement staff engagement campaigns.
• Create KPIs to measure environmental impact and engagement success.
• Coordinate sustainability champions or green teams across retail networks.
• Recommend process improvements.
• Assist with carbon footprint reporting and development.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Communications, Project Management, or related field (preferred).
• Experience managing projects, preferably in construction sustainability.
• Ability to coordinate across teams and translate project goals into practical actions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail and strategic oversight.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communicator, able to convey complex information clearly.
• Ability to work as part of cross‑functional teams.
• Highly organized and able to manage tasks and deadlines.
• Proficient troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.

Additional Information

All candidates must have the right to work in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. Proof will be required for successful candidates. The role may require working at other locations, including construction sites or client offices, so flexibility is required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 32 days annual leave.
• Life assurance, pension scheme, healthcare plan.
• Pay for maternity/paternity and flexible working policy.
• Employee assistance programme, wellbeing events, occupational health support.
• Team development days, ongoing training and development, bespoke career pathways.
• Company‑owned car parking.
• Professional membership support.

How to Apply

Apply at https://cunninghamcontracts.bamboohr.com/careers to view the role and submit your CV.

Equal Opportunity

Cunningham is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons.