Sustainability Manager

Hoare Lea; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in London is seeking a Sustainability Manager to lead their decarbonisation strategy and improve resource efficiency. You will manage carbon reduction plans, engage with stakeholders, and support corporate responsibility efforts. Ideal candidates will have experience in sustainability consultancy and a proactive collaborative spirit. The role offers an extensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Up to 30 days of annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience of preparing sustainability and decarbonisation strategies for buildings.
• Demonstrable experience of engaging with building owners and contractors.
• Sustainability consultancy experience in planning and environmental assessments would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Carbon Reduction Plan and lead on annual carbon reporting.
• Identify office energy efficiency measures and carbon reduction action plans.
• Support the development of the Corporate Responsibility Strategy.
• Maintain the office Environmental Management System requirements.

Skills

Sustainability and decarbonisation strategies

Engaging with building owners and contractors

Self-awareness and collaboration

Job description

We have a brand-new opportunity for Sustainability Manager is to lead our company decarbonisation strategy and advance the sustainability and resource efficiency of our operations. It's an exciting time to join our governance team and have an impact on the environmental performance of our business. Working alongside a range of engineers, consultants and administrators, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do, and offer a supportive, flexible, and high performing work culture. In this key and varied role, you can expect to:

• Manage our Carbon Reduction Plan and Science Based Targets, and lead on our annual carbon reporting.
• Identify and lead on office energy efficiency measures and carbon reduction action plans.
• Support the development of our Corporate Responsibility Strategy and annual reporting.
• Work with office Environmental Management Champions to maintain our office Environmental Management System requirements and chair environmental management meetings.
• Coordinate the environmental aspects of our Integrated Management System (IMS) audits to demonstrate ISO14001 compliance and good practice, working alongside our Health and Safety Manager.
• Maintain and develop our Sustainable Procurement Principles and manage the application of these at our offices.
• Review the sustainability credentials of our key suppliers.
• In addition, there is an opportunity to work on sustainability consultancy projects with clients. Knowledge of environmental assessments (including BREEAM and EPCs) and sustainability strategies for planning would be an advantage.

What you’ll need

• Proven experience of preparing sustainability and decarbonisation strategies for buildings.
• Demonstrable experience of engaging with building owners and contractors.
• Self‑awareness, an open mind, and a spirit of collaboration.
• Experience of supporting others to develop knowledge, skills, and confidence.
• Sustainability consultancy experience in planning and environmental assessments would be an advantage.

Hoare Lea is a human‑centric and planet‑conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem‑solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You'll have the opportunity to participate in our 9‑day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.