Job Description
We’re partnering with a fast-growing, forward-thinking contractor that delivers high-tech facilities across manufacturing, logistics, life sciences, and data centre sectors. As their Sustainability Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in embedding ESG into every phase of project delivery – from the ground up.\\n\\nThis is a fantastic opportunity for a self-starter who’s ready to own their agenda, influence at all levels, and leave a lasting legacy on the built environment.\\n\\nWhere You’ll Make an Impact:\\n\\nLead from the front – Act as the go-to sustainability expert across major UK projects, ensuring best-in-class environmental performance.\\nDrive project certifications – Own BREEAM, LEED and other accreditations with clients and consultants, keeping everyone aligned and accountable.\\nShape strategy – Embed the wider ESG strategy into live project delivery, pushing forward key goals around carbon, compliance, and culture.\\nTrain and influence – Build capability across teams through tailored sustainability training and impactful reporting.\\nRaise the bar – Regularly visit sites to champion environmental compliance and identify new opportunities for sustainable innovation.\\n\\nWhat You Bring:\\n\\nA track record supporting sustainability in construction projects – with a passion for pushing boundaries, not ticking boxes.\\nConfident leading conversations on environmental compliance, certification, and planning conditions.\\nExperienced with tools like BREEAM, LEED or carbon/impact assessments.\\nA natural communicator – clear, credible, and able to inspire change across technical and non-technical audiences.\\nProactive and autonomous – you’re a doer, someone who thrives on making things happen and taking ownership.\\n\\nVacancy Reference: PR/(phone number removed)
Sustainability Lead employer: Shirley Parsons Ltd
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Shirley Parsons Ltd Recruiting Team