Head Of Sustainability and Environmental

Solution Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern contracting firm in South London seeks a Head Of Sustainability and Environmental. You will lead sustainability initiatives, define customer expectations, and support business growth through effective environmental management. Candidates should have experience working with main contractors and demonstrate a strong capability for autonomy and leadership. Salary and benefits tailored for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience working for a recognized main contractor in sustainability.
• Ability to define and exceed customer expectations on sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Define and exceed customer expectations on sustainability delivery.
• Support the Director of Sustainable Operations with annual sustainability business plan.
• Undertake environmental auditing of business systems and sites.
• Assist in collation, analysis, and reporting of data to assess performance.

Skills

Sustainability delivery

KPI reporting

Data management

BREEAM & Ska assessments

Environmental auditing

Coaching in best practices

Compliance knowledge

Job description

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Head Of Sustainability and Environmental, South London

Client:

Solution Recruitment

Location:

South London, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

Your remit will be to:

• Define, and where possible, exceed customer expectations on sustainability delivery across the business.
• Support the Director of Sustainable Operations with devising the annual sustainability business plan and ensuring that costs remain within the sustainability budget.
• Supply KPI reports to clients.
• Carry out general admin functions relating to sustainability requirements, such as data management, answering calls, and chasing project teams for KPI data.
• Support teams to meet client-specific expectations and initiatives, such as BREEAM & Ska assessments, zero waste to Landfill, and legal compliance and updates.
• Assist in the collation, analysis, and reporting of data (e.g., waste volumes and utility use) to assess performance against sustainability targets.
• Undertake frequent visits to construction sites to assess compliance with the in-house environmental management system and make recommendations for improvement.
• Coach employees in best practices and in the implementation of site waste management plans across the business.
• Support teams in liaising with statutory and advisory bodies.
• Undertake environmental auditing of business systems, subcontractors, and sites to ensure compliance and maximize best practices.
• Carry out environmental incident investigations and propose requirements for future improvements.
• Develop and promote environmental awareness, including waste management initiatives and CO₂ reduction plans across all teams to optimize best practices across the business.
• Guide responsible business training and communications to coach and communicate in simple, impactful ways, including translation and education of the group strategy and annual goals for each area. Serve as a focal point for technical support and troubleshooting.
• Translate technical topics into layman's language and articulate the value of sustainability.

Our client is a modern, forward-thinking business with impressive growth plans. They are looking for someone with the capability to grow with the business, demonstrating relevant experience working for a recognized main contractor but now seeking further autonomy and seniority.

Salary and benefits will be tailored to the suitable candidate.