Sustainability Advisor
Due to growth within the business we are recruiting for a Sustainability Advisor who is passionate about making a tangible difference within Construction and Civil Engineering. Based primarily in our Head Office at Eurocentral, Motherwell you will support our project teams as we accelerate towards Net Zero developing and driving sustainable initiatives across our operations and supply chain.
You will also have the opportunity to take your expertise onto our sites, working with teams across the UK to embed best practices in sustainable construction. If you are committed to strong sustainability values and eager to help shape a greener future for our industry, we want to hear from you.
Key duties include:
- Tracking, compiling and reporting sustainability data with guidance and support from the Sustainability Manager.
- Carbon footprint baselining, forecasting, monitoring and reporting at a project and organisational level.
- Implementing and monitoring new procedures and initiatives within the business to improve sustainability performance.
- Generating case studies which clearly analyse the effectiveness of implemented measures.
- Support the production and update of various environmental plans including CEMPs, SWMPs, Carbon Management Plans, Water Management Plans, Energy Management Plans, Peat Management Plans, etc.
- Support production and updates of sustainability policies and strategies for the business.
- Contributing to BREEAM Infrastructure assessments on projects and communicating requirements to project teams.
- Attending and contributing to environmental meetings.
- Carrying out sustainability audits and inspections.
- Reporting to Wills Bros Sustainability Manager on site level performance.
- Consulting with stakeholders and environmental regulators.
- Any other duties required by a fast-changing construction environment.
Core Competency Requirements:
- Professional work experience is beneficial but not essential.
- Recognised Masters Level Qualification in sustainability (such as Sustainable Construction, Sustainable Development, Sustainability & Environmental Management) or other related subject.
- Good knowledge of environmental legislation relevant to construction.
- Good understanding of carbon emissions sources and the different reporting scopes.
- Excellent standard of written and spoken English.
- Proficient in using a computer (Email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc).
- Capable of processing large fields of data in Excel.
- A keen eye for detail and methodical approach to working.
Desirable Attributes/Experience:
- Experience of carbon reporting at an organisation or project level.
- Experience of using PAS 2080 to manage carbon emissions in construction.
- Knowledge of embodied carbon databases and carbon management tools used in construction.
- Experience of working on large civil engineering projects (in any role).
- Qualified CEEQUAL/BREEAM assessor or experience with CEEQUAL/BREEAM sustainability assessments.
- Valid CSCS Card appropriate to seniority level.
- Knowledge of company reporting requirements such as SECR, ESOS, etc.
- Knowledge or experience of biodiversity net gain calculation methods.
- Knowledge or experience of other environmental management processes such as water quality monitoring, pollution prevention, etc.
- Ecological Knowledge or Experience.
- Membership of a recognised environmental body (IEMA/SocEnv/CIWEM/CIEEM or other).
- Experience of working to an ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.
- Full valid driver’s licence and able to travel .
- Willingness to travel and work on construction sites supporting the construction team.
- 3-5 years’ experience within a related role
Leadership Attributes:
- Ability to inspire behavioural change.
- Passionate about the environment and delivering the changes required to achieve Net Zero.
- Lead, support and advise on Sustainability performance at a site level.
- Be committed and enthusiastic about promoting High Standards.
- Confident, self-managing, able to work on own initiative.
- Good Attitude / Work Ethic / Team Player.
- Good Communication Skills.
- Ability to lead by and set a good example.
- Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and meet deadlines.
Benefits
- Comprehensive training and development, financial support towards relevant role qualifications
- 24/7 counselling and support helpline
- Salary sacrifice schemes.
- Death in service benefit.
- Income Protection.
- Company pension
- 25 annual leave holidays plus public holidays.
- Employee Health & Wellbeing App
About us
Founded in 1972 by brothers Charles and James Wills, our company is built on strong family values. We specialise in designing and delivering complex Civil Engineering projects - including roads and bridges, street works, utilities, flood prevention, marine works, land reclamation, earthworks and wind farms. Our work reflects our commitment to quality, environmental protection and sustainability.
If you are interested in this role then please send your current CV and covering email outlining your suitability for the role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company car
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: SUSADV/HEAD