Sustainability Lead

Overview

Lead ESG integration and sustainability across UK construction projects

Key Responsibilities

• sustainability lead
• esg strategy
• training
• certifications
• site visits
• compliance

Tasks

-Lead from the front – Act as the go-to sustainability expert across major UK projects, ensuring best-in-class environmental performance. -Shape strategy – Embed the wider ESG strategy into live project delivery, pushing forward key goals around carbon, compliance, and culture. -Train and influence – Build capability across teams through tailored sustainability training and impactful reporting. -Drive project certifications – Own BREEAM, LEED and other accreditations with clients and consultants, keeping everyone aligned and accountable. -Raise the bar – Regularly visit sites to champion environmental compliance and identify new opportunities for sustainable innovation.

Requirements

• breeam
• leed
• carbon
• impact assessments
• environmental compliance
• communication

What You Bring

-A track record supporting sustainability in construction projects – with a passion for pushing boundaries, not ticking boxes. -Confident leading conversations on environmental compliance, certification, and planning conditions. -Experienced with tools like BREEAM, LEED or carbon/impact assessments. -A natural communicator – clear, credible, and able to inspire change across technical and non-technical audiences.

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About Shirley Parsons

-The company specializes in sectors such as industrial, energy, infrastructure, commercial, and utilities, with a particular focus on sustainability. -Partners with clients to provide specialized recruitment services for both permanent and temporary roles across various industries. -Has a strong presence across Europe and has successfully expanded into global markets. -Known for deep industry knowledge, matching candidates with the right organizations based on specific sector needs.

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