Sustainability Manager in Bury St Edmunds

Sustainability Manager in Bury St Edmunds

Bury St Edmunds Full-Time 50000 - 60000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Apple Technical Recruitment (UK)

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead sustainability initiatives and drive responsible business practices in construction projects.
  • Company: Join a progressive Main Contractor committed to sustainability in East Anglia.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, pension, performance bonus, and private healthcare.
  • Other info: Exciting opportunity for career growth and to champion sustainability across projects.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainability while working in a supportive and inclusive environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in sustainability within construction and strong communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.

Job Type: Permanent

Location: East of England (Office & site travel all within c1hr radius from the Bury St Edmunds area)

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c£50k-£60k + car or car allowance, contributory pension, performance bonus, private healthcare and many additional employee focused benefits.

Company & Project: Apple Technical Recruitment are working closely with a long-standing key client who are currently looking to recruit a passionate Sustainability Manager to join their regional business. A highly successful Main Contractor operating across East Anglia is seeking a Sustainability Manager to join their growing team. This position has been created due to internal promotions and offers an unrivalled opportunity for a professional with a background in sustainability to join a proactive and progressive business where their voice will be heard and their ideas embraced. This employer provides a rewarding and inclusive working environment and is looking for an ambitious professional to oversee sustainability performance across both pre-construction and live construction phases working closely with project teams throughout all RIBA stages.

Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will play a proactive part in championing the sustainability function across the region, driving the company's responsible business approach. Key responsibilities include strategy setting at project and business levels, managing the Whole Life Carbon Assessment process, and guiding teams through both Bid and Delivery stages. You will act as a key advocate for sustainability, communicating effectively with project teams, and external stakeholders.

Desirable Experience: Experience within a Main Contractor or a Multi-Disciplinary Consultancy or Engineering Consultancy - or comparable business with some exposure to construction methodology. Good knowledge of WLCA standards, methodologies, and embodied carbon calculations. Familiarity with major sustainability frameworks (e.g., Passivhaus, NABERS, BREEAM) and industry guidance. An excellent communicator who enjoys working within a large team and championing sustainability.

Previous Roles: Sustainability Manager OR Senior Sustainability Consultant OR Environmental Manager OR Engineer OR Project Manager.

Qualifications & Skills: An environmental or sustainability qualification is advantageous but not essential if supported by demonstrable prior industry experience. Full UK Driving Licence.

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK)

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Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Sustainability Manager in Bury St Edmunds

Sustainability Management
Whole Life Carbon Assessment
Knowledge of WLCA Standards
Embodied Carbon Calculations
Familiarity with Sustainability Frameworks (e.g., Passivhaus, NABERS, BREEAM)
Communication Skills
Team Collaboration