Sustainability Lead

Shirley Parsons; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in the UK is seeking a Sustainability Lead to champion environmental performance across their projects in manufacturing, logistics, and life sciences. The role involves driving project certifications, embedding ESG strategies, and fostering sustainable practices through training and strategic influence, paving the way for innovative solutions in the built environment.

Qualifications

• Track record in sustainability for construction projects.
• Confident on environmental compliance and certification discussions.
• Natural communicator with the ability to inspire change.

Responsibilities

• Act as the go-to sustainability expert across major UK projects.
• Drive BREEAM, LEED, and other accreditations with clients.
• Train teams on sustainability capabilities and reporting.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Sustainability training

Communication

Project certifications

Proactive leadership

Tools

BREEAM

LEED

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.