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Sustainability Solutions Advisor – SMP
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
Education
Design, execute, and oversee sustainability initiatives for current residential communities and future developments.
Ensure all strategies align with global, national, and regional sustainability standards and regulations.
Lead sustainability-focused projects from planning through execution, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope and budget.
Work with both internal and external teams to meet sustainability objectives.
Provide guidance to internal departments, developers, and community stakeholders on sustainable construction, energy and water efficiency, waste reduction, and climate resilience.
Conduct sustainability evaluations on residential developments to identify improvement areas.
Develop and deliver sustainability performance reports, metrics, and updates for leadership and stakeholders.
Guide certification processes for new and existing developments.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and support the achievement of sustainability certifications.
Collaborate across departments and with industry professionals to integrate sustainability measures.
Foster community involvement and promote awareness of sustainable living practices.
Monitor and explore emerging sustainability trends and technologies.
Identify opportunities for innovation and introduce new sustainable solutions to residential projects.
Assist in developing training materials and programs to promote understanding and implementation of sustainability principles.
Build internal expertise to integrate sustainability across the organization.
At least 7 years of experience in environmental management, sustainability, climate change, or circular economy roles.
In-depth knowledge of sustainable design, green certifications, environmental laws, energy efficiency, and climate adaptation in residential/urban planning.
Familiar with GRI reporting standards and the UN SDGs.
Experience with national sustainability strategies and frameworks.
Knowledge of CSR, circular economy, and innovative sustainable business models is beneficial.
Understanding of material efficiency, carbon accounting, and the waste sector is preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Sustainability, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
Membership in a recognized professional sustainability or environmental body is advantageous.
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