Project Head of Environment & Sustainability

STRABAG UK Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

STRABAG UK Limited is seeking a Project Head of Environment & Sustainability to lead all environmental and sustainability aspects of the Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme (HARP) in Manchester. The successful candidate will ensure the integration of sustainability strategies and practices, drive a culture of environmental stewardship, and manage the project environment throughout its lifecycle. Ideal candidates will possess significant experience in large infrastructure projects and hold a relevant degree with professional membership.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification or equivalent experience is required.
• Membership in a professional institution with Chartered status is necessary.
• Significant environmental management experience in construction is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage environment matters throughout the lifecycle of the project.
• Lead the environmental management team and ensure compliance with standards.
• Develop sustainability plans and enhance project key performance data.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Environmental Stewardship

Education

Degree qualified or equivalent experience

Full member of a professional institution (IEMA, CIWEM, etc.)

Job description

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Project Head of Environment & Sustainability, Manchester

Client: STRABAG UK Limited

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: cfdccf381ad8

Job Views: 7

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

• Main Purpose of the role - Reporting to the Project management and the Director of Environment, Sustainability and Innovation, the main purpose of the role is to ensure appropriate management and leadership of all environment and sustainability aspects relevant to the Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme (HARP) and the wider business.
• Fulfill the role of the Project Environmental Clerk of Works (ECoW).
• Lead on technical elements associated with the UK Environment and Sustainability Strategy.
• Ensure full integration of the STRABAG UK Environment and Sustainability Strategy, ISO 14001, ISO 50001 compliant Environmental and Sustainability Management System (ESMS), and other standards on the HARP project.
• Lead oversight and tasks aligned with achieving client, programme, and strategy objectives.
• Build and lead an efficient environmental and sustainability management team.
• Manage environment matters throughout the entire lifecycle of the HARP project.
• Deliver all environment and sustainability requirements, including LCA and PAS2080 compliant carbon management systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support strategic leadership on environment management and improvement.
• Oversee resourcing, recruitment, and succession planning for project teams.
• Ensure collection, evaluation, and improvement of project key performance data.
• Develop sustainability plans, processes, procedures, and guidelines.
• Lead project-specific environment management approaches aligned with the UK system.
• Implement business assurance programs and measure performance.
• Support continual improvement of environmental stewardship.
• Assist in work winning activities.
• Manage permits, licences, and consents for project delivery.
• Build and lead a team of environment professionals.
• Share best practices, lessons learned, and data.
• Upskill project teams and develop a sustainability culture.
• Develop stakeholder relations and industry participation.
• Develop status reports, identify improvements, and conduct risk assessments.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Degree qualified or equivalent experience.
• Full member of a professional institution (e.g., IEMA, IES, CIWEM, CIEEM), with relevant Chartered status.
• Expected to obtain the EUSR Water Hygiene Card.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel.
• DBS check required prior to appointment.
• Significant environmental management experience in construction or similar large infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing teams in complex environments.
• Experience managing corporate and operational sustainability.
• Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and regulatory communication.