Sustainability Strategy & Projects Lead

Sigma Earth; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Sustainability Manager to lead the design and implementation of sustainability strategies for residential developments. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in environmental management, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong knowledge of sustainability certifications and compliance standards. This role involves collaboration with internal departments, providing guidance on sustainable practices, and conducting evaluations to ensure adherence to sustainability objectives.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in environmental management or sustainability roles.
• In-depth knowledge of sustainable design and green certifications.
• Experience with GRI reporting standards and the UN SDGs.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and oversee sustainability initiatives for developments.
• Lead sustainability projects ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Provide guidance on energy and water efficiency and waste reduction.
• Conduct sustainability evaluations and develop performance reports.
• Guide certification processes and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with industry professionals to integrate sustainability.
• Monitor emerging sustainability trends and introduce innovative solutions.
• Assist in developing training materials on sustainability principles.

Skills

Environmental management

Sustainability principles

Climate change

Circular economy

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

A leading sustainability firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Sustainability Manager to lead the design and implementation of sustainability strategies for residential developments. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in environmental management, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong knowledge of sustainability certifications and compliance standards. This role involves collaboration with internal departments, providing guidance on sustainable practices, and conducting evaluations to ensure adherence to sustainability objectives.