Sustainability Lead

Shirley Parsons Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in the UK seeks a passionate Sustainability Lead to influence and integrate ESG practices in their projects. This role offers the chance to champion sustainability, drive certifications, and innovate within the construction industry, impacting environmental performance across diverse sectors.

Qualifications

• Track record supporting sustainability in construction projects.
• Experience leading environmental compliance conversations.
• Proactive and autonomous with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the go-to sustainability expert across major UK projects.
• Own BREEAM, LEED and other project certifications.
• Embed the ESG strategy into live project delivery.

Skills

Sustainability in construction

Environmental compliance

Communication

Tools

BREEAM

LEED

Carbon impact assessments

Job description

We re partnering with a fast-growing, forward-thinking contractor that delivers high-tech facilities across manufacturing, logistics, life sciences, and data centre sectors. As their Sustainability Lead, you ll play a pivotal role in embedding ESG into every phase of project delivery - from the ground up.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a self-starter who s ready to own their agenda, influence at all levels, and leave a lasting legacy on the built environment.

Where You ll Make an Impact:

• Lead from the front Act as the go-to sustainability expert across major UK projects, ensuring best-in-class environmental performance.
• Drive project certifications Own BREEAM, LEED and other accreditations with clients and consultants, keeping everyone aligned and accountable.
• Shape strategy Embed the wider ESG strategy into live project delivery, pushing forward key goals around carbon, compliance, and culture.
• Train and influence Build capability across teams through tailored sustainability training and impactful reporting.
• Raise the bar Regularly visit sites to champion environmental compliance and identify new opportunities for sustainable innovation.

What You Bring:

• A track record supporting sustainability in construction projects with a passion for pushing boundaries, not ticking boxes.
• Confident leading conversations on environmental compliance, certification, and planning conditions.
• Experienced with tools like BREEAM, LEED or carbon/impact assessments.
• A natural communicator clear, credible, and able to inspire change across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proactive and autonomous you re a doer, someone who thrives on making things happen and taking ownership.

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