Senior Sustainability Carbon Lead — Net Zero & Client Impact

Mace; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. This role directs responsible business outcomes and drives climate action across infrastructure projects.

You will compile Scope 1–3 emissions, embed carbon metrics in procurement, and lead decarbonisation initiatives while fostering client relationships and market growth.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience compiling and interpreting Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions under the GHG Protocol.
• Chartered or professionally accredited.
• Experience embedding carbon metrics in procurement.
• Knowledge of EPDs and infrastructure materials.
• Proficient in whole-life carbon and LCA tools.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and technical communication.
• Supports decarbonisation, innovation and capability development.

Responsibilities

• Directing responsible business outcomes, delivering measurable client value.
• Driving revenue growth and sustainable sector performance.
• Directing work winning, bids and strategic pipeline decisions.
• Building strong senior client and partner relationships.
• Shaping integrated service offers across Mace disciplines.
• Championing climate action, social value and biodiversity outcomes.
• Ensuring effective resourcing, capability and future talent planning.
• Promoting sector insight, thought leadership and best practice.
• Representing Mace externally, enhancing profile and market presence.
• Supporting net zero transition and carbon reduction objectives.

Skills

GHG Protocol experience

Stakeholder engagement

Technical communication

Carbon metrics in procurement

Life cycle assessment

Environmental reporting

Education

Chartered status

Tools

LCA software

Whole-life carbon tools

EPD knowledge

Job description

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. This role directs responsible business outcomes and drives climate action across infrastructure projects.

You will compile Scope 1–3 emissions, embed carbon metrics in procurement, and lead decarbonisation initiatives while fostering client relationships and market growth.