Sustainability Manager
Science and research laboratory project, Oxford
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Sustainability Manager to join our team as the dedicated sustainability lead on a landmark science and research laboratory development in Oxford.
Location:
Oxford, project based, with occasional travel
Job Purpose
The Sustainability Manager
is responsible for
delivering the company's sustainability and environmental ambitions on the project. You will make sure our Sustainable Engineering Excellence strategy (carbon,
circularity
and social impact)
and the client's sustainability requirements are put into practice,
providing
expert guidance to the project, design, commercial and operational teams. You will champion best practice in embodied carbon, circular economy, biodiversity and environmental assessment, ensure compliance with ISO 14001, and build sustainability capability across the project team and supply chain.
What
you'll
do
Lead the project's sustainability strategy through preconstruction and into construction, working closely with the client, design
team
and project leadership
Own delivery of BREEAM UK New Construction (Excellent) with the BREEAM Assessor: protect and grow the credit margin, recover credits where possible, and make sure evidence is planned,
captured
and tracked from design to post-construction certification
Lead whole life carbon on the project: develop the assessment to the RICS standard, set the baseline and targets in line with
our
PAS 2080
management system
, and test lower carbon options for structure,
façade
and building services, supported by our Carbon Manager
Drive circularity: pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits, reuse of materials, the Resource Management Plan, and waste reduction targets and reporting
Support the design team on operational energy performance, including energy modelling and on-site renewables, so the buildings perform as designed
Embed sustainability and environmental requirements into design responsibilities, procurement packages and subcontract enquiries, and review supply chain submissions against them
Implement the CMS and ISO 14001 on site: environmental risks, consents, ecology,
monitoring
and Build Sure sustainability audits
Work with our Social Value team to deliver the project's employment, skills,
education
and community commitments with local partners in Oxford
Produce
accurate
monthly sustainability reporting for the client and for company performance reporting
Sustainability Manager (Oxford) employer: Sir Robert McAlpine
At Sir Robert McAlpine, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that fosters inclusivity and diversity. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our performance-related progression opportunities and flexible benefits tailored to fit your lifestyle. Join us in making a positive impact on communities while building Britain's future heritage, all within a supportive environment that values safety, quality, and engineering excellence.
