Sustainability Manager

Sustainability Manager - Retrofit & Decarbonisation Projects

Warrington | £55,000 - £65,000 + Excellent Package

Your new company

Our client is a leading regional contractor delivering social housing refurbishment, planned maintenance, and retrofit projects across the North West. They specialise in sustainable housing improvements and decarbonisation works, partnering with local authorities and housing associations to deliver energy-efficient, high-quality, and community-focused projects. The company prides itself on innovation, collaboration, and professional development, offering a culture where people are empowered to make a real impact.

Your new role

Our client is seeking a Sustainability Manager to oversee the development and design of their retrofit and decarbonisation projects across the North West. You will provide expert guidance and support to operational teams on environmental, sustainability, and retrofit matters, as well as assisting site teams with fabric upgrades, energy efficiency improvements, and microgeneration works. This is a high-impact role that will drive the company's sustainability performance and promote best practice across all projects.

Responsibilities will include:

Overseeing the successful development and design of retrofit and decarbonisation projects

Providing advice and guidance to operational teams on sustainability, environmental, and retrofit matters

Supporting site teams with the delivery of fabric upgrades, energy efficiency measures, and microgeneration works

Understanding and applying current and emerging sustainability standards such as PAS2035, PAS2030, and Building Regulations

Maintaining and building strong relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors

Supporting internal and external reporting on sustainability performance

Identifying grant funding opportunities to support retrofit and property improvement projects

Assisting with bids and tenders to provide sustainability expertise

Developing case studies, presentations, and communications to educate and raise awareness of sustainability and decarbonisation initiatives

Engaging with stakeholders, including contractors, clients, and regulatory bodies, to drive performance and share best practice

Balancing competing priorities while managing multiple projects and stakeholders

What you will need to succeed:

Strong, proven project management experience in energy efficiency retrofit or sustainable construction

Experience in social housing retrofit

Level 5 qualification in Retrofit Coordination (or equivalent) or working towards this

Solid understanding of the impact of energy efficiency works on residential properties, residents, and communities

Up-to-date knowledge of current environmental and sustainability issues

Confident in MS Office - Word, Excel, Outlook

Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, and presentation skills

Strong time management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities

Analytical, problem-solving mindset with enthusiasm for improving processes and performance

Flexible, self-motivated, and able to respond to client and operational needs

Meticulous attention to detail and strong record-keeping skills

Ability to build, mentor, and motivate teams, creating a positive and collaborative culture

Capability to influence across departments to implement more efficient, sustainable processes

What you get in return:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, values-driven organisation delivering high-impact social housing and sustainability projects. You will play a key role in shaping the company's retrofit and decarbonisation strategy while developing your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits include:

Competitive salary (£55,000 - £65,000 DOE)

Pension contribution scheme

Life assurance scheme

Private healthcare (optional)

Access to wealth management advice

Opportunity to work on leading-edge sustainable housing projects with real community impact

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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