Sustainability Manager: Construction & Carbon Reduction (Travel)

Morson Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Group is seeking an experienced Sustainability Manager to lead initiatives across construction projects and operations, driving carbon reduction and embedding sustainable practices throughout the project lifecycle. Working with project leaders, design teams, clients and supply chain partners, you will translate objectives into strategies, targets and measurable improvements.

You will oversee energy management and ISO 50001 compliance, monitor KPIs and report performance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated sustainability experience in construction, infrastructure or built environment.
• Strong knowledge of carbon reduction planning and energy management.
• Experience developing sustainability plans, tracking KPIs and reporting.
• Familiarity with ISO 50001 and GHG reporting.
• Ability to influence design, procurement and operations for sustainable outcomes.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and analytical skills.
• Commercial awareness balancing environmental improvements with safety, quality and value.
• Degree or equivalent in sustainability, environmental management or engineering.
• ISEP membership or equivalent professional body.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of sustainability strategies and project plans.
• Drive energy efficiency and carbon reduction initiatives.
• Influence design, procurement and construction decisions for lower embodied and operational carbon.
• Monitor KPIs, prepare monthly performance reports and provide recommendations.
• Engage with project teams, clients, authorities, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify innovative solutions and share best practices across projects.
• Develop sustainability guidance and training across the business.
• Integrate sustainability criteria into procurement and supplier engagement.
• Contribute sustainability input to tenders, bids and client presentations.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Commercial awareness

Leadership

Influence multidisciplinary teams

Education

Degree in sustainability / environmental management / engineering

ISEP membership or equivalent professional body

Job description

Morson Group is seeking an experienced Sustainability Manager to lead initiatives across construction projects and operations, driving carbon reduction and embedding sustainable practices throughout the project lifecycle. Working with project leaders, design teams, clients and supply chain partners, you will translate objectives into strategies, targets and measurable improvements.

You will oversee energy management and ISO 50001 compliance, monitor KPIs and report performance.