Environmental & Sustainability Manager

Pinnacle Recruitment; Leiston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking an Environmental & Sustainability Manager to oversee projects in Leiston, UK. The role involves managing E&S performance, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting the company's sustainability strategy. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications, auditing experience, and strong organizational skills. A valid UK driving license is required due to site travel.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of relevant Environmental Legislation and guidelines.
• Formal auditing experience/training.
• Experience embedding environmental and sustainability considerations across projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and improve E&S performance across projects.
• Produce and review project specific environmental documentation.
• Audit and report environmental performance to clients.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation.

Skills

Ability to use IT packages

Exceptional relationship-building

Excellent communication skills

Good organisational skills

Education

Relevant Environmental or Sustainability Qualification

Professional membership of an appropriate environmental organisation (e.g. IEMA)

ISO 14001 /50001 auditor training

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Environmental & Sustainability Manager to join a main civil engineering contractors Sizewell team. To be considered, you will come from a Civil Engineering or Construction background.

The Environmental & Sustainability Manager will be responsible for overseeing and improving E&S performance and driving innovation across several projects. In addition, the E&S Manager will be required to support development and implementation of the wider business strategy.

The ideal candidate will have to hold a full UK driving licence, as travel between sites is necessary.

Key Accountabilities to include but not limited to:

• Produce and review project specific environmental documentation
• Apply and maintain validity of Section 61, and any permit/licences for sites as required
• Ensuring each project understands their client's sustainability requirements
• Audit and report environmental performance to internal and external clients and regulatory bodies
• Support sites to deliver material management plans for suitable reuse and disposal of materials
• Provide technical advice and solutions to assist with any significant environmental challenges
• Reviewing of project performance, addressing areas of improvement
• Collation and analysis of E&S data for company and client reporting
• Ensuring compliance with environmental legislation, ensuring project and company compliance
• Liaison with clients, local authorities and other statutory bodies
• Environmental incident investigations, if required
• Assist in implementing the EMS/EnMs across the business and ensure compliance on project sites
• Collaborate with site teams and buyers to achieve sustainable procurement for all materials and services, confirming that all are ethically or sustainably sourced. Where feasible seeking carbon
• Delivery of training on environmental management and sustainability for the project team and supply chain where applicable
• Support development and implementation of business environmental & sustainability strategy and support the roll out of this to project teams

Experience/Knowledge:

• Knowledge of relevant Environmental Legislation and guidelines
• Formal auditing experience/training
• Experience embedding environmental and sustainability considerations across projects
• Experience maintaining records and documentation systems

Skills:

• Ability to use a range of IT packages, Microsoft Office, and bespoke packages
• Exceptional relationship-building skills
• Excellent communication skills, both oral & written
• Interpersonal skills to deal effectively with people at all levels
• Ability to integrate and play an active part in the construction team
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise to meet deadlines
• Able to work in a fast-paced, work environment

Qualifications:

• Professional membership of an appropriate environmental organisation (e.g. IEMA)
• Relevant Environmental or Sustainability Qualification
• ISO 14001 /50001 auditor training (lead auditor preferable)