Head of Construction Sustainability

Join to apply for the Head of Construction Sustainability role at Hybrid SaaSMy client are one of the leading Building and Civil Engineering Contractors operating throughout the UK.We are now seeking an experienced sustainability leader to join the business as Head of Construction Sustainability for project delivery. This is a key role for the delivery of sustainability requirements across our construction projects across the UK.ResponsibilitiesThe successful Head of Construction Sustainability will report to and work closely with the Design and Build Director on strategy to deliver the operational and client sustainability requirements.You will work closely with our Pre-Construction teams to communicate our expertise and value/opportunities during bid winning.The Head of Construction Sustainability will also help expand current and develop new procedures for the successful delivery of project sustainability goals and requirements, identify further recruitment needs to strengthen our team.Pre-ConstructionWork closely with Bid team to identify and articulate bid winning sustainability strategiesAct as a technical expert during Design Review Process of tender documents for sustainability certifications; LEED, Passivhaus, WELL etcFully understand client requirements and use extensive knowledge of sustainable construction to provide expert advice at tender and during PCSA/ ECI / PSC phasesAssist Bid Teams with writing submissions that address client requirements and demonstrate best practice and innovationOperationsAs an expert in Sustainability, you will keep up to date with changes in regulations and sustainability accreditations, communicating to both Operational and Pre-Construction colleaguesEducate and support our teams to ensure they understand our contractual and legal requirementsWork closely with our Design and Technical managers to ensure design meets the sustainability requirements and advise where specification or material selection could lead to improvementsSupport our operational teams with achieving site specific sustainability requirements developing a team as required to aid deliveryInnovate and champion best practices to both colleagues and supply chainManaging a team to deliver sustainability requirements on projectsRepresenting the company on external groupsEducate wider teams within the business on Project sustainability deliverables, certifications and best practicesQualificationsYou will ideally hold a related HNC/HND/Degree or similar level of qualification.ExperienceThe successful Head of Construction Sustainability will possess the following experience:Be passionate and articulate about the delivery of SustainabilityUnderstand and be able to demonstrate previous experience of delivering sustainability accreditationsAbility to lead and manage the delivery of sustainability goals on multiple projectsPossess proven experience with whole life carbon reduction and monitoring & reportingExperience of PAS2080 carbon management systemsPrior experience of implementation and management of ISO14001 certified management systemsExperience in delivery of Circular Economy improvementsPossess excellent communication skills with clients, professionals and delivery teamsGood IT skills and familiar with a range of applicationsThe Head of Construction Sustainability will report to the Design and Build Director however you will work closely with the Bid, Estimating and Operations Directors. You will also have the opportunity to report to the Board periodically.What\’s in it for you?Flexible and Hybrid workingCompetitive salary33 days annual leave entitlementGenerous pension contributionsLife AssuranceSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionManagement and ManufacturingIndustriesConstruction #J-18808-Ljbffr