Sustainability Manager (FTC)

Acre; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK property developer is seeking an experienced Sustainability Manager to lead sustainability delivery across a significant development portfolio. This role will contribute to the organisation's 2030 Sustainability Strategy with a focus on development projects. The ideal candidate would possess 8-10 years of experience in the property or construction sector, knowledge of ISO 14001, and practical skills in BREEAM, WELL, and HQM. Strong communication skills and the ability to engage with senior stakeholders are essential.

Qualifications

• Around 8-10 years' experience in sustainability within property or construction.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001.
• Practical experience with BREEAM, WELL, and HQM.
• Expertise in whole life carbon, embodied carbon, and Net Zero pathways.
• Experience contributing to GRESB, CDP, and ESG benchmarks.
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality sustainability performance across a large portfolio of development projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, and supply chain partners to ensure sustainability is embedded throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Sustainability within property or construction

ISO 14001

BREEAM

WELL

HQM

Whole life carbon

Embodied carbon

Net Zero pathways

GRESB benchmarks

CDP benchmarks

ESG benchmarks

Communication with senior stakeholders

Job description

Acre is delighted to be partnering with a leading UK property developer in their search to appoint an experienced Sustainability Manager to lead sustainability delivery across a significant development portfolio. The organisation is an FTSE 100 business with a strong balance sheet and a long-term commitment to creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and the environment.

This role will play an important part in delivering the organisation's 2030 Sustainability Strategy and Net Zero Pathway, with a particular focus on development projects.

Responsibilities

The Sustainability Manager will be responsible for delivering high-quality sustainability performance across a large portfolio of development projects. The role involves close collaboration with internal teams, external consultants, and supply chain partners to ensure sustainability is embedded throughout the project lifecycle.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a senior sustainability professional with strong experience in the property, construction, or built environment sector.

Key Requirements Include

• Around 8-10 years' experience in sustainability within property or construction
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001
• Practical experience with BREEAM, WELL, and HQM
• Expertise in whole life carbon, embodied carbon, and Net Zero pathways
• Experience contributing to GRESB, CDP, and ESG benchmarks
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and multi-disciplinary teams
• Ability to clearly communicate sustainability objectives in commercial terms

If you are a highly skilled and experienced professional in the built environment, please get in touch and send your CV to Tiana Thomas at [e-mail].