Manager / Sr Manager - Sustainability

Mahindra Lifespaces; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra Lifespaces in Mumbai is seeking a Lead of Sustainability to strategize and implement various sustainability programs aimed at achieving net-zero goals.

The role encompasses a strong focus on ESG integration, stakeholder engagement, and compliance. The ideal candidate should have over 12 years of experience in sustainability and a deep understanding of environmental management.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in sustainability, ESG integration, environmental management, and real estate projects.
• Proven track record in developing and executing sustainability strategies for large-scale portfolios.
• Experience with certifications such as IGBC, GRIHA, CDP, and Net Zero design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sustainability and ESG strategies and action plans.
• Lead creation and execution of Net Zero Action Plans.
• Manage annual sustainability reporting and investor disclosures.
• Conduct quarterly site sustainability maturity assessments and compliance tracking.

Skills

ESG integration

Climate-responsive design

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Sustainability reporting

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in environmental science, Sustainability, Engineering, or related fields

Job description

Position Overview

As a Lead of Sustainability will be responsible for strategizing, planning, implementing, and tracking various sustainability programs, ensuring compliance, and driving innovation toward achieving net‑zero goals and beyond. This role requires a deep understanding of sustainability, ESG integration, climate‑responsive design, and stakeholder engagement, paired with a strategic mindset and leadership capabilities.

Role & responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Action Plan Development

• Develop and execute MLDL (Waste, Water, Energy, Carbon, Social, Governance) and IC strategy and action plans, including ideation, business case quantification, implementation, and tracking.
• Lead the creation and execution of Net Zero Action Plans for residential portfolios.

ESG Integration

• Develop and implement ESG roadmaps and action plans, including walkthroughs, initiative planning, and execution.
• Ensure ESG risk integration, monitoring, and impact quantification.

Thought Leadership

• Drive thought leadership initiatives such as Decarbonization Business Charter (DBC), Solar Decathlon India, and other innovative sustainability programs.

Employee Engagement & Capacity Building

• Oversee employee volunteering programs aligned with CSR and CER goals.
• Conduct sustainability capacity‑building training sessions for associates.

Sustainability Reporting & Investor Disclosures

• Manage annual sustainability reporting, integrated reports, and quarterly/annual investor disclosures (e.g., Actis, IFC).
• Lead efforts for CDP submissions and BRSR compliance.
• Collaborate with third‑party assurance teams for site visits and findings closures.

Environmental Management System (EMS)

• Roll out SOPs and provide audit support for IMS/TMW compliance.
• Ensure environmental compliance and integrate EMS requirements into sustainability goals.

CSR & CER Management

• Devise and implement CSR and CER strategies, action plans, and reporting mechanisms.
• Lead site visits for impact assessment and stakeholder engagement on the ground.

Supply Chain & Vendor Ecosystem

• Develop a Code of Conduct for suppliers and assess their sustainability compliance through training and annual stakeholder meetings.
• Build and integrate a vendor ecosystem within projects and sales galleries through pilot initiatives.

Green Buildings & Certifications

• Lead green building certification efforts, from pre‑certification and net‑zero design certification to final certification.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to communicate sustainability impacts to customers and support project launches.

Site Sustainability & Data Management

• Conduct quarterly site sustainability maturity assessments, site visits, and compliance tracking (e.g., EC/CTE/CTO/IGBC/GRIHA).
• Ensure sustainability data reviews for third‑party assurance and decision‑making.

Climate Responsive Design

• Drive energy modelling and renewable energy integration for project sites and sales galleries.

Environmental Clearance Support

• Provide guidance and support for environmental clearance processes.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelors or master’s degree in environmental science, Sustainability, Engineering, or related fields.
• 12+ years of experience in sustainability, ESG integration, environmental management, and real estate projects.
• Proven track record in developing and executing sustainability strategies and programs for large‑scale portfolios.
• Experience with certifications such as IGBC, GRIHA, CDP, and Net Zero design.