Environmental & Sustainability Manager in Leiston, United Kingdom

Energy Jobline ATTB; Leiston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ATTB seeks a senior Environmental & Sustainability Manager to lead the environmental performance on a major UK clean energy infrastructure programme. You will drive compliance, oversee inspections and mentor teams across construction, installation and commissioning phases.

You'll influence regulators and internal stakeholders, champion sustainability initiatives and deliver KPI-driven reporting.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in an Environmental discipline.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills are essential.
• Experience leading E&S teams on major regulated construction projects.
• Proven ability to manage environmental permits, licenses and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Environment & Sustainability team and contractor partners.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits, licences and ISO 14001 requirements.
• Oversee environmental inspections, surveillance and performance monitoring activities.
• Drive environmental and sustainability improvement initiatives across the project.
• Manage environmental risks, impacts and mitigation strategies.
• Lead environmental investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Act as the primary interface with environmental regulators and external bodies.
• Develop environmental KPIs, reporting frameworks and assurance processes.
• Support delivery teams throughout construction, installation and commissioning phases.
• Promote best practice, continuous improvement and a strong environmental culture.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Regulator liaison

Environmental permits knowledge

Infrastructure experience

Sustainability strategy

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Influence teams

Education

Environmental degree

Job description

Environmental & Sustainability Manager

Lead environmental performance on one of the UK's most significant clean energy projects and help shape a sustainable future through world-class compliance and innovation.

This is a rare opportunity to take a senior leadership role on a nationally important infrastructure programme. As Environmental & Sustainability Manager, you will drive environmental excellence across complex construction activities, influence key stakeholders, and ensure the highest standards of sustainability and regulatory compliance. You'll work with industry-leading professionals while contributing to a project that will have a lasting impact on the UK's energy future.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop the Environment & Sustainability team and contractor partners.

Ensure compliance with environmental permits, licences, consents and ISO 14001 requirements.

Oversee environmental inspections, surveillance and performance monitoring activities.

Drive environmental and sustainability improvement initiatives across the project.

Manage environmental risks, impacts and mitigation strategies.

Lead environmental investigations and implement corrective actions.

Act as the primary interface with environmental regulators and external bodies.

Develop environmental KPIs, reporting frameworks and assurance processes.

Support delivery teams throughout construction, installation and commissioning phases.

Promote best practice, continuous improvement and a strong environmental culture.

Qualifications & Requirements

Degree-qualified in an Environmental discipline.

Extensive experience leading E&S teams on major regulated construction projects.

Strong knowledge of environmental permits, licences and compliance requirements.

Proven experience working with regulators and managing regulatory commitments.

Experience within large infrastructure, engineering, energy or nuclear projects.

Strong understanding of environmental management systems and controls.

Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to influence teams at all levels, from site personnel to senior leadership.

Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Understanding of sustainability challenges and opportunities on major projects.

What's in it for you?

The energy sector offers exceptional long-term career prospects, driven by major investment, technological innovation and the transition to a more sustainable future. You'll contribute to nationally important projects while developing highly sought-after skills within a secure and growing industry.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunity to work on a flagship UK infrastructure project.

Strong career progression and professional development opportunities.

Long-term project stability and job security.

Exposure to complex environmenta...