Environmental & Sustainability Manager - Sizewell C (Leiston)
Location: Sizewell C, Leiston
Employment Type: Permanent
Matchtech are recruiting on behalf of a major contractor for an experienced Environmental & Sustainability Manager to join their team on the Sizewell C project. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in Civil Engineering or Construction who is passionate about driving environmental performance, compliance, and innovation across complex infrastructure projects.
The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing and enhancing environmental and sustainability (E&S) performance across multiple projects, while also contributing to the development and delivery of wider business strategies. A full UK driving licence is required due to travel between project sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review project‑specific environmental documentation.
- Manage and maintain the validity of Section 61 consents and environmental permits/licences.
- Ensure project teams fully understand and meet client sustainability requirements.
- Conduct audits and report environmental performance to internal stakeholders, clients, and regulatory bodies.
- Support sites with developing and delivering material management plans for reuse and responsible disposal.
- Provide technical guidance on significant environmental challenges.
- Monitor and review project performance to identify and address improvement areas.
- Collate, analyse, and present E&S data for internal and client reporting.
- Ensure robust compliance with environmental legislation and company standards.
- Liaise effectively with clients, local authorities, and statutory bodies.
- Investigate environmental incidents where required.
- Assist with implementing the company's EMS/EnMS and ensure compliance across project sites.
- Work with site teams and buyers to promote sustainable procurement and ethical sourcing; explore opportunities for carbon reduction.
- Deliver training on environmental management and sustainability to project teams and supply chain partners.
- Support the development and rollout of the company's environmental and sustainability strategy.
Experience & Knowledge
- Strong understanding of environmental legislation and associated guidelines.
- Experience conducting formal audits.
- Demonstrated ability to embed sustainability principles across construction projects.
- Skilled in maintaining accurate records and documentation systems.
Skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and industry‑specific software packages.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong relationship‑building and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to integrate well with multidisciplinary construction teams.
- Highly organised, able to prioritise and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Qualifications
- Membership of a relevant environmental body (e.g., IEMA).
- Relevant Environmental or Sustainability qualification.
- ISO 14001 / 50001 auditor training (Lead Auditor preferred).
