Sustainability Lead

Derby, Derbyshire
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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.

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Job Info
CV-Library logo
Job Title:
Sustainability Lead
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Derby, Derbyshire
Salary:
Competitive
Posted:
Jun 3rd 2025
Closes:
Jul 4th 2025
Sector:
Construction
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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