Sustainability Manager - (2034)

Hoare Lea; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK engineering consultancy is seeking a part-time Sustainability Manager to lead their decarbonisation strategy and improve sustainability operations. The ideal candidate should have experience preparing sustainability strategies and engaging with stakeholders. Responsibilities include managing the Carbon Reduction Plan and coordinating audits for ISO14001 compliance. The role requires collaboration and offers a supportive work culture, along with various benefits.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Stock options

30 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in preparing sustainability and decarbonisation strategies for buildings.
• Demonstrable experience in engaging with building owners and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage Carbon Reduction Plan and report carbon emissions.
• Identify energy efficiency measures and develop action plans.
• Support Corporate Responsibility Strategy development.
• Coordinate ISO14001 compliance audits.

Skills

Experience in sustainability and decarbonisation strategies

Engagement with building owners and contractors

Collaborative skills

Experience in sustainability consultancy

Job description

Sustainability Manager - (2034)

Location

Birmingham - Birmingham, B16 8PE GB
Bournemouth - Bournemouth, BH22 9UN GB
Bristol - Bristol, BS32 4UB GB
Cambridge - Cambridge, CB2 1PH GB
Cardiff - Cardiff, CF23 8RD GB
Edinburgh - GB
Exeter - EX1 1TS GB
Glasgow - GLG GB
Leeds - Leeds, LS1 4ER GB
London - London, N1C 4AB GB (Primary)
Manchester - Manchester, M2 7FL GB
Nationwide - Nationwide, GB
Oxford - Oxford, OX2 6AT GB
Plymouth - Plymouth, PL1 3GE GB
Reading - Reading, GB-RDG RG1 1LX GB

Travel

Job Type

Part Time

Category

Other

Job Description

Sustainability Manager (6-month FTC) (Part-time 4 days a week)

Nationwide

About us

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.

About the role

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.

About you

To be successful in this role you’ll need:

• Proven experience of preparing sustainability and decarbonisation strategies for buildings
• Demonstrable experience of engaging with 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

How to apply

To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact [e-mail] .

If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.

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