Sustainability Manager

About usBovis builds enduring partnerships, bringing together the right expertise, the right capabilities and the right resources to deliver the most complex projects.For over 20 years Bovis Consulting has partnered with our clients to shape and deliver precisely tailored and innovative project and programme solutions across the UK.
Our agile, one-team approach and on-the-ground, diverse specialist skills are uniquely combined with the vast knowledge, insights and technical expertise of our construction business to provide a truly unique offering.
Through fresh thinking, new perspectives and intelligent, custom-built solutions that cut through complexity, we minimise risk and enable results that clients value.We make things happen, anticipating challenges before they arise.
Drawing on our highly experienced, multi-disciplinary teams, we bring a fresh perspective, tailoring our approach to the specific demands of the project, helping to simplify complexity and minimise risk.What we are recruiting for:We have an exciting opportunity for a Sustainability Manager to support our growing sustainability function.
The successful candidate will join the existing business to deliver outstanding sustainable solutions for our clients.
This will be a diverse role which will allow the individual to work in both the Construction and Consulting businesses.The scope of the Sustainability Manager will be to:Set the vision for projects in line with the Bovis Sustainability targets, client targets and regulatory requirements ( planning obligations)Lead sustainability in the development of new work for the business through delivery of tender responses and sustainability strategies to ensure client brief and Bovis sustainability targets are achievedInput into project sustainability strategies and procurement documents, as required, including input into project briefs, design briefs, base build design requirements, building contracts, leasing documents, consultant scopes and employer's requirementsSupport and monitor projects for sustainability performance against Bovis's Sustainability, Environmental and project targetsIdentify mitigation strategies when sustainability risks are identified on projectsDrive innovation and best practice across projectsSupport the central sustainability function with reporting and work winning requirementsThe Sustainability Manager will also have responsibility for sharing knowledge and best practices across the team to ensure consistency and efficiency of the delivery of sustainability.Roles and Responsibilities:Develop the sustainability plan for each project which captures vision, client and Bovis ambitions, obligations and requirements Contribute to the selection and scope of external consultants to ensure effective delivery of the sustainability approachIdentifying innovative approaches to bring to the client and projectsWorking with the projects to identify carbon and circularity savingsEnable project teams to meet project sustainability targets and ensure compliance with contractual requirements and Bovis minimum standardParticipate in the delivery of sustainability training and upskilling of Bovis employees, design consultants and subcontractorsHosting sustainability workshops, briefings, and governance sessionsWorking with project teams to ensure environmental compliance, alignment with ISO 14001, and efficiency on the construction projectsWorking with the supply chain on how they can contribute to delivering sustainable outcomesRepresent sustainability for Bovis internally and externally and with relevant stakeholders as part of client engagementShare knowledge on sustainability issues, best practices across the business and innovations to standardise practices and gain efficienciesSupport bids and ensure that we gain value from our positive sustainability performanceEngage with industry working groups and partners (, Concrete Zero) to ensure Bovis involvement in key industry initiativesExperience & background:Demonstrated experience in delivering sustainability performance for projectsKnowledge of key sustainability-related regulations, planning requirements and design codes, nationally and regionallyDemonstrated ability to communicate technical information in a concise way to a non-technical audienceStrong analytical, rigorous approach to sustainability data and the performance of construction projectsBusiness minded, able to articulate the value and benefits of sustainability, compliance, reporting, etcAbility to deliver multiple tasks to timeAbility to influence at all levels and be seen as a sustainability lead for the organisationPassionate about environmental, social and economic sustainabilityBREEAM Assessor (Desirable)WELL Assessor (Desirable)Chartership in a relevant Sustainability field (Desirable)We will provide: Car allowanceFlexible and hybrid work optionsUp to 10% employer pension contributionPrivate medical health benefitEnhanced parental leaveLife assurance25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days3 days wellbeing leave in addition to annual leaveHealth and wellbeing support and initiatives24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme including direct access to Talking Therapies and Coaching servicesDiscounted gym membership to over 2,500 gym's nation wideBelong at BovisWe offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equal treatment and equal opportunity are just the norm.
We are a disability inclusive employer.
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Imagine what more you can do here.Bovis is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling and empowering our people.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements.
Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/ or disabled.BovisBuilding RelationshipsLendlease is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling and empowering our people.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements.
Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/ or disabled.Lendlease is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling and empowering our people.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements.
Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/ or disabled.