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Sustainability Lead

Shirley Parsons Ltd
Posted a month ago, valid for a month
Location

Norwich, Norfolk NR12 8RQ, England

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are seeking a Sustainability Lead for a fast-growing contractor specializing in high-tech facilities across various sectors.
  • The role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in supporting sustainability in construction projects and leading conversations on environmental compliance.
  • Key responsibilities include driving project certifications like BREEAM and LEED, shaping ESG strategy, and providing tailored sustainability training.
  • The position offers a competitive salary of £60,000 to £70,000, depending on experience.
  • The ideal candidate is proactive, autonomous, and passionate about making a lasting impact on the built environment.

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 Sustainability 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 projects in Frankfurt 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.




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