Sustainability Advisor

Sustainability Adviser:

Purpose of the Role:

o To be the Sustainability Adviser working closely with project and design teams, stakeholders and the supply chain.
o To develop and implement energy management and carbon reduction plans, ensuring compliance with ISO 50001 and assist in the business achieving the goals set out by the Sustainability Plan
o Guide bid teams and operational teams around the specific requirements of clients, local authorities and frameworks
o Explore innovation in construction, identifying means by which carbon reductions can be achieved and working with project and design teams in the successful adoption of new practices and continuous improvement
o Contribute to the sustainability strategy development and implementation in the business

Role Accountabilities:

o Develop project specific sustainability management plans which are aligned to HTUK strategy plans where appropriate.
o Liaise with the project site teams and supply chain on site and ensure that HTUK, Client & Stakeholder sustainability objectives are met within the required timeframe
o Develop communication tools (eg guidance & training materials, newsletters, alerts) to inform HTUK personnel & stakeholders about sustainability issues and performance
o To help the company deliver its ISO 50001 commitments and vision to sites. Assist in the necessary data collection and reporting in line with HTUK requirements for energy and GHG emission reporting.
o To identify opportunities and gains from projects that can add value for money or deliver the requirements in a more sustainable way.
o To assist the designers and engineers in achieving step change and looking to using sustainable materials in the design and construction.
o Capture HTUK best practice and produce case studies to share information and improve performance
o Engage with HTUK Procurement team to drive continuous improvement against HTUK objectives and client requirements
o Report on a monthly basis on project and business sustainability performance
o Identify opportunities to develop own skills and experience consistent with supporting projects and to continually challenge own practice and development to provide a high-quality support to HTUK.
o Contribute to winning work when required eg PQQ's, tenders, interviews

Additional Duties:

o At times HTUK reserve the right to ask you to attend other UK sites/projects further afield for auditing purposes, training, holiday cover or similar environmental support. Reasonable expenses will be covered to help you undertake this. It is not expected to exceed 40% of your annual total.
o To report to the Head of HSE and complete any other duties consistent with your status and seniority, as necessary to meet the needs of the Business of the Company.

Key Safety Responsibilities:

o Please see separate individual responsibilities for Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental (HSQE) matters attached

Required Project knowledge:

o Good knowledge of sustainability issues in construction, through experience, training, education. Willing to undertake further training. Wiling to lead by example.
o Preferably Degree level qualified, must be working towards (or hold) ISEF membership at an appropriate level (or similar professional body).
o Must have a good understanding of the construction process, the desire to understand and work with engineers to find better sustainable solutions to issues within the established constraints.
o Good understanding of carbon reduction planning