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For Companies 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.
This 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.
Where You’ll Make an Impact:
- Lead from the front – Act as the go-to sustainability expert across major UK projects, ensuring best-in-class environmental performance.
- Drive project certifications – Own BREEAM, LEED and other accreditations with clients and consultants, keeping everyone aligned and accountable.
- 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.
- Raise the bar – Regularly visit sites to champion environmental compliance and identify new opportunities for sustainable innovation.
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.
- Proactive and autonomous – you’re a doer, someone who thrives on making things happen and taking ownership.
Sustainability Lead employer: Shirley Parsons
Join a dynamic and innovative contractor that prioritises sustainability and environmental stewardship in the construction industry. As a Sustainability Lead, you will benefit from a collaborative work culture that encourages personal growth and professional development, with opportunities to influence major UK projects and drive meaningful change. Located in a vibrant area, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact while working alongside passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of sustainable construction.
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