Sustainability Manager

STRABAG SE; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

STRABAG SE is seeking an ambitious Sustainability professional to manage sustainability aspects of the HARP project in tunnelling construction. The role requires significant experience in environmental management and strong leadership skills to guide project teams and ensure compliance with sustainability standards.

Qualifications

• Significant environmental and sustainability management experience (over 7 years).
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel.
• DBS check required prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all sustainability aspects of the HARP project.
• Support project teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of sites.

Skills

Leadership

Environmental Management

Sustainability Management

Project Management

Commercial Management

Education

Degree Qualified or equivalent experience

Full Member of relevant professional institution (e.g., IEMA)

Job description

If you are an ambitious Sustainability professional looking for a new challenge in tunnelling construction and would like to help shape the future of STRABAG, then please read the below job description.

What matters to us

• Degree Qualified (or experience equivalent to a degree).
• Full Member of relevant professional institution (e.g., IEMA). Relevant Chartered status.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel.
• DBS check will be required prior to appointment.
• Significant environmental and sustainability management experience in the construction industry on large infrastructure projects or equivalent, comparable industry/projects (over 7 years).
• Strong demonstrable leadership skills, with experience managing teams in a complex matrix organisation.
• Project management and commercial/contract management experience required.

STRABAG - More than just a construction company

Your contribution to our company

Reporting to the Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme (HARP) Senior Environment and Sustainability Manager, the main purpose of the role is to:

• Manage all sustainability aspects of the HARP project in line with project requirements, the STRABAG management system, and strategy.
• Manage project-related sustainability requirements in line with client and business needs.
• Manage delivery of projects in line with the STRABAG ESMS and the STRABAG Environment and Sustainability Strategy.
• Appoint a suitable amount of time to project visits, undertake inspections, gather and share best practices, upskill and educate project teams.
• Manage and provide support to project teams throughout the entire project lifecycle, including design, bidding, and delivery.
• Maintain records to support compliance with legislation, STRABAG requirements, and client requirements.
• Support the wider STRABAG business in knowledge sharing, bid support, strategy support, etc.
• Work actively with the supply chain and procurement team to ensure adherence to ISO20400 principles.
• Manage delivery of all contracts in line with PAS2080.
• Gather, compile, and report project-specific information in line with STRABAG KPIs and the ESMS, including information required for ISO certifications.
• Support, mentor, develop, and upskill existing and new Environment & Sustainability team members.
• Participate in working groups and forums as required.
• Support the Director of Environment and Sustainability when required.
• Review trends, develop improvement initiatives, and implement as needed.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of sites to ensure compliance with STRABAG policies and procedures.

What you stand to gain

We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset—the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our 'People. Planet. Progress.' strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.

This happens after the successful application process:

1. Screening of applications – careful review and evaluation of submitted documents.
2. Decision on whether to invite an applicant to an interview.
3. Getting to know the candidate in a virtual or personal setting – the number of interviews may vary depending on the position.
4. Welcome to STRABAG SE – clarifying the offer and final details regarding the candidate’s entry.

At STRABAG, around 86,000 people work on progress at more than 2,400 locations worldwide. Uniqueness and individual strengths characterize both our projects and each of us as individuals. Whether it's building construction, civil engineering, road construction, underground engineering, bridge building, tunnelling, construction material production, project development, or building management – we are always one step ahead to become the most innovative and sustainable construction technology company in Europe. Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities are integral to who we are and how we work.

Together, we work as partners to complete projects successfully and grow with new challenges. Together, we achieve great things. Let’s progress!

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