Sustainability Lead

Job Title: Sustainability Lead - Highways Infrastructure
Location: Essex
Salary: £50,000-£59,000 + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Overview:
We are working with a leading national infrastructure contractor seeking an experienced Sustainability Lead to drive forward its sustainability strategy across major highways and civil engineering projects.
This is a high-impact role for someone passionate about sustainable development, net zero, and environmental performance in infrastructure delivery. You'll lead the implementation of sustainability goals across regional highways frameworks and work collaboratively with operational, commercial, and design teams to embed best practices across the full project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development and delivery of sustainability strategies and action plans across highways contracts
Travel is required
Drive carbon reduction initiatives in line with Net Zero and client targets
Identify and implement sustainable materials, innovations, and construction practices
Support teams in measuring and reporting environmental performance (e.g. carbon, waste, energy, water)
Ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability regulations, client frameworks, and ISO standards
Engage with clients, supply chain, and internal teams to promote a culture of sustainability
Contribute to stakeholder engagement, social value initiatives, and environmental reporting
Support tender submissions and business development activities from a sustainability perspective

Key Requirements:
Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering or related field
Demonstrated experience delivering sustainability strategy in infrastructure or construction projects
Strong understanding of highways, civil engineering or infrastructure delivery models
Knowledge of carbon accounting tools, BREEAM, PAS2080, and/or ISO 14001
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to influence and guide multi-disciplinary teams across project stages
Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel as required

What's on Offer:
A senior leadership role with real influence on sustainable delivery in UK infrastructure
Competitive salary + company car/allowance
28 days holiday + bank holidays
Enhanced pension and benefits package
Career progression opportunities within a growing sustainability and environment team
Supportive, people-first culture with a strong focus on innovation and inclusion

If you meet the technical requirements but the salary, location, or seniority level does not fully align with your expectations, we still encourage you to apply. We frequently recruit for similar roles across the UK at various levels.
Even if you are currently content in your role, we welcome discussions with Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals for potential future opportunities. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, with over 100 years of combined experience in this market.
For more information, please contact Patrick Gray at Carrington West on or submit your CV to .
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