Overview
Current regulations require the group to complete a periodic Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) submission and annual carbon reporting in line with the Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting Regulation (SECR). In addition, our quoted housebuilder clients are requesting increasing levels of reporting from us as part of their obligations to comply with the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate – related Financial Disclosures (TCFD).
The group wishes to improve its measurement and management of its environmental impact by better understanding its current position and implementing objectives and measurable targets towards the UK’s net zero ambitions. Building on a project that was undertaken to establish a baseline for carbon at business level and more frequent reporting together with some actions to reduce our carbon footprint we now want to move this onto the next stage. Support will be available from our appointed external consultant.
Key outcomes will be an embedded, automated process for reporting carbon use at business and group level and also meeting the needs of clients of the group for this information where you will collaborate with teams across IT, Finance and H&S. The role will be responsible for:
- Working with the stakeholders in the business to document carbon reduction initiatives, agree targets and timeframes and assist them with understanding and communicating progress across the group.
- Conducting research on best practices in sustainability and carbon reduction and applying that to the construction industry.
- Supporting the production of progress updates to Boards and the quarterly meetings.
- Engaging with stakeholders to promote sustainability initiatives and gain support.
- Identifying opportunities for energy efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable materials usage in construction projects.
- Supporting the development of sustainability policies and procedures tailored to construction operations.
- Participating in industry events and conferences to represent the company’s sustainability efforts.
- Staying updated on environmental regulations and industry best practices to ensure compliance.
- Collaborating with managers and site teams to integrate sustainability practices into construction activities.
- Assisting with providing training and support to employees and subcontractors on sustainability and carbon reduction practices.
Whilst we are proud of offering an agile working environment, our Head Offices for our three companies are in Chasetown, Staffordshire where you will be expected to travel to or work from on occasion. Travel to the group’s sites will be required from time to time, as will visits to external organisations which are relevant to your role.
Maintenance of our ISO accredited Integrated Management System which involves maintaining subcontractor pre-qualification records (PQQ), managing non conformance records including closeout, input to production of Operation and Maintenance manuals (O&M), Internal audits.
Who should apply?
- Relevant degree level course at a UK university with an industry placement year requirement
- Numerate and able to present complex information in a way that it is relevant to key stakeholders
- Displays a can do attitude with an appetite to learn
- At least 2 years experience in a sustainability role
- Open minded with a keen interest in Construction and House Building
- Demonstrably interested in environmental issues and has good general knowledge of current issues in this area
- Wants to develop and drives own personal development
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Attention to detail and a proactive approach to sustainability management.
- Is professional and works hard to get the job done, always prepared to go the extra mile
Our Benefits
- Training and personal development support, resources and funding
- Competitive benefits package including bonus and car allowance
- Life assurance scheme up to 3 times your annual salary
- Private Health Care and healthcare cash plan for use of day-to-day treatments
- Access to Employee Assistance programme
- Discounts at thousands of retailers, access to corporate gym memberships
- Employer pension contributions
- Enhanced Family Leave
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with a 2 week shutdown over the Christmas Period
