Sustainability/ Environmental Lead

Overview

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Sustainability / Environmental Lead – Data Centre Project

A leading international main contractor is seeking a Sustainability / Environmental Advisor to join their team on a major hyperscale data centre development in Newport. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a progressive organisation delivering complex, high-tech projects across the UK and Europe.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, and best practices across the lifecycle of the project.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure compliance with environmental legislation and company standards
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments
• Support the delivery of sustainability strategies and targets (e.g. BREEAM, circular economy, carbon reduction)
• Advise site teams on environmental and sustainability matters
• Prepare environmental reports and maintain project documentation
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and third-party stakeholders
• Promote a culture of continuous environmental improvement on-site

Requirements

• A degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related discipline
• Prior experience working in a similar advisory role within construction
• Knowledge of relevant UK environmental legislation and sustainability frameworks
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Previous experience on data centre or high-tech construction projects is highly desirable

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary + excellent benefits package
• Long-term opportunity on a landmark project
• Join a respected contractor with a strong track record across Europe in delivering technically complex schemes

Location

Newport, Wales, United Kingdom

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Construction
• Building Construction
• Civil Engineering

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