Sustainability Manager

Fawkes & Reece; Norwich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Sustainability Manager to drive sustainability initiatives across projects in the UK. The ideal candidate will have expertise in BREEAM, lead sustainability requirements, and ensure project compliance with client expectations. This full-time role is office-based in Kent, offering a competitive salary between £60K - £70K annually. Strong leadership skills and the ability to integrate sustainable practices into project delivery are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing sustainability in construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of BREEAM and embodied carbon reduction.
• Ability to lead teams and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainability requirements across assigned projects.
• Oversee BREEAM strategies and delivery.
• Guide project teams on embodied carbon reduction.

Skills

Leadership

Technical expertise

BREEAM knowledge

Circular economy understanding

Social value delivery

Job description

Job Description

Sustainability Manager - Mechanical and Electrical

Permanent Basis, Full Time

5 days a week office based

Based in Kent

Between £60K - £70K Annual Salary

About the Role:

As a Sustainability Manager, you will play a key role in delivering sustainability ambitions across the projects and business operations. This role focuses on driving high technical standards, embedding sustainability into project delivery, and supporting the internal teams and supply chain to meet both company expectations and client requirements.

You will be working within the Sustainability Department and reporting to the Sustainability Manager. The ideal candidate provides leadership, technical expertise, and strategic insight across priority areas, including BREEAM, embodied carbon, circular economy, social value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead sustainability requirements across assigned projects, ensuring compliance with client expectations and planning conditions.
• Oversee BREEAM strategies, assessments, and delivery, ensuring robust evidence collection and early integration into design.
• Guide project teams on embodied carbon reduction.
• Support delivery of circular economy, waste minimisation strategies, and materials resource efficiency.

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