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Sustainability Lead

Job Posted: 3 hours ago

  • Salary: £ Competitive

    Job Type: Permanent

  • Location: Essex

Expire in: a month

Job Description

We’re working with a dynamic, fast-growing contractor renowned for delivering cutting-edge facilities across manufacturing, logistics, life sciences, and data centre sectors. They’re now looking for a Sustainability Lead to champion environmental excellence on projects across Essex and the surrounding region. This is your chance to take ownership, influence decision-making at every level, and make a tangible impact on the future of the built environment. Your Role in Driving Change: Be the sustainability authority – Provide expert guidance on major UK projects, ensuring environmental best practice is embedded throughout. Deliver certifications with confidence – Lead on BREEAM, LEED and other accreditations, working closely with clients and consultants to keep standards high. Turn strategy into action – Integrate ESG objectives into live projects, advancing goals around carbon reduction, compliance, and cultural change. Educate and inspire – Equip teams with tailored sustainability training and deliver clear, impactful reporting. Champion innovation – Conduct regular site visits to monitor compliance and uncover new opportunities for sustainable solutions. What We’re Looking For: Proven experience driving sustainability within construction projects – and a mindset focused on progress, not just process. Strong knowledge of environmental compliance, certification frameworks, and planning requirements. Familiarity with tools such as BREEAM, LEED or carbon/impact assessment methodologies. Exceptional communication skills – able to engage and influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Self-motivated and proactive – someone who thrives on autonomy and making things happen. Vacancy Reference: PR/(phone number removed)

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