Ready to take the lead on one of the UK’s most complex and high-profile highways projects?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading UK civil engineering and infrastructure contractor as Environmental Sustainability Manager on a new major highways scheme - a multi-year programme delivering vital improvements to regional connectivity and resilience.

With construction now underway, this role offers the chance to take ownership of environmental performance on a complex linear infrastructure project - shaping best practice, mentoring junior staff and driving compliance and innovation across a major programme of works.

The Project

Spanning several kilometres of new carriageway, bridges, underpasses, and river crossings, this large-scale highways project is a flagship investment in sustainable transport infrastructure.

You’ll be joining a highly collaborative and well-established delivery team known for its positive culture, strong wellbeing ethos and hands-on teamwork across disciplines.

What You’ll Be Doing

• As Environmental Sustainability Manager, you’ll be the project’s go-to environmental expert - providing practical site-based guidance and ensuring compliance across all works
• Acting as an active member of the project leadership team - embedding environmental considerations into all aspects of delivery
• Leading environmental management during construction and ensuring compliance with all consents, licences, and permits
• Promoting a proactive environmental culture through engagement with project teams, the client, regulators, and the supply chain
• Investigating and reporting environmental incidents, sharing lessons learned, and driving continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

• We’re seeking a confident, practical environmental professional who thrives on complex site challenges and enjoys being embedded within delivery teams
• Proven experience in environmental management within major infrastructure or construction projects (ideally roads, rail, power, or utilities)
• A strong understanding of environmental compliance during construction, particularly water management and ecological constraints
• Experience managing consents, discharge permits, and liaising with regulators
• Confidence operating at senior-advisor or manager level within large, multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ideally, a relevant degree (Environmental Science, Environmental Management, etc.)

This is a hands-on, site-based role - ideal for someone who enjoys being at the heart of project delivery and influencing outcomes on the ground, not from a corporate office.

What’s on Offer

• A competitive basic salary
• Car allowance or company car and all expenses paid
• Private healthcare - family cover
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual bonus scheme
• Hybrid and flexible working available
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave and recognition schemes
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Ongoing Training & Development opportunities

Why Join

• A long-term role on one of the UK’s most complex and high-profile highways projects
• Real opportunities and clear progression pathways to senior leadership positions within a significant and rapidly growing Environment & Sustainability function
• Join a Tier 1 contractor with one of the best reputations for culture and collaboration in UK infrastructure
• Make a visible impact on environmental performance, innovation, and sustainability outcomes
• Enjoy the backing of a business with a strong project pipeline and commitment to developing its people
• A genuinely positive team culture - collaborative, respectful and focused on wellbeing and delivery excellence

If you’re a Senior Environmental Advisor ready to step up, or an established Environmental Manager seeking a new challenge on a landmark highways scheme - we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) – Global Recruitment Experts in Sustainability, ESG & HSE.

Are you an Environment & Sustainability professional looking to make an impact on one of the UK’s most significant renewable energy infrastructure projects?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a major contractor’s renewable energy infrastructure team as an Environmental & Sustainability Advisor on a landmark underground cabling project that will help power the UK’s low-carbon future.

With environmental compliance and sustainability targets at the heart of the programme, you’ll play a vital role in supporting their operational teams deliver excellence across ecology, carbon management, BREEAM Infrastructure and biodiversity net gain.

About the role:

• Provide hands-on environmental and sustainability support to delivery teams on a multi-year infrastructure project.
• Carry out environmental inspections across project works and construction sites, ensuring compliance with legal, client and company standards.
• Develop and maintain environmental management and sustainability plans.
• Liaise with regulators, clients and subcontractors to ensure permits and consents are in place and best practice achieved.
• Support incident investigations and continual improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to achieving project KPIs around BREEAM Infrastructure, carbon management and biodiversity.

This is a hands on, site-based role with no set hybrid option. Based in their Market Weighton office with at least one day per week out and about on site initially, increasing as construction ramps up.

What we’re looking for:

• A degree in Environmental Science or a similar related subject - or equivalent practical experience in an environmental or sustainability role
• Prior experience in a site-based environmental or sustainability role
• Understanding of environmental planning, permitting and consents (essential).
• Comfortable in a live project delivery environment and happy to be office/site-based.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel between office and site.

Desirable: 

• IEMA membership
• Internal environmental auditor (ISO 14001) qualification
• Knowledge of the utilities/construction/engineering operating environment

What’s on offer:

• A competitive basic salary
• Company car and expenses paid
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave and recognition schemes
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Ongoing Training & Development opportunities
• Real opportunities for progression within a rapidly growing Environment & Sustainability function

Why join?

• This is a Tier 1 contractor with a proven record of developing its people and a clear growth trajectory in the Environment & Sustainability space. 
• Their renewable energy function has expanded significantly, creating genuine opportunities to step up to Senior Advisor and Manager roles.
• You’ll be part of a supportive and social team culture, working closely with operations and gaining exposure to every aspect of environmental and sustainability delivery on a landmark project.

Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) – Global Recruitment Experts in Sustainability, ESG & HSE.

Looking to deliver ecological leadership on one of the South East’s most complex infrastructure schemes?

We’re seeking a Senior Site Ecologist to take a leading role on a major highways project near Winchester, managing ecological deliverables through construction while ensuring legislative compliance and environmental protection.

This is a full-time site-based position, offering daily variety, strong project ownership, and the opportunity to work in a complex and sensitive ecological setting.

About the Project

This nationally significant highways scheme is focused on the redesign of a motorway junction, including an underpass, new slip roads and complex cut-and-fill earthworks. The project area presents ecological sensitivities including hazel dormice, bats, badgers and high-value habitats.

You’ll be the ecological lead on site - engaging with consultant ECoW’s, contractors, and construction managers to coordinate surveys, mitigations and licensing requirements in a fast-paced and highly regulated environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Coordinate and manage ecological delivery during construction
• Act as the day-to-day ecological lead, attending briefings and working alongside site teams
• Oversee consultant ECoW input and ensure correct levels of ecological coverage on site
• Address protected species constraints and secure compliance with relevant licences
• Provide on-the-ground support and advice to operational teams and stakeholders
• Engage regularly with regulators and environmental advisors to ensure successful project outcomes

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in ecology, including construction-phase site work
• One or more protected species licences - ideally hazel dormouse or bat (Level 1 or 2)
• Strong knowledge of ecological legislation and infrastructure project delivery
• Confident communicator with the gravitas to influence decisions on a live site
• Degree in ecology or related subject preferred; relevant experience will also be considered
• CIEEM membership desirable (funding support available)
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

• Competitive basic salary
• Company car
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private healthcare (for you and partner)
• Paid professional memberships (e.g. CIEEM)
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Permanent, full-time role
• Ongoing Training & Development opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies (including enhanced parental leave)
• Share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…
• Strong progression potential into other regional infrastructure projects post-completion

Why Join?

• This role offers the chance to lead ecology on a high-profile project where your expertise and decision-making will directly shape construction outcomes. 
• You’ll be working in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment where no two days are the same. 
• Backed by a supportive environment and sustainability team, you’ll have the platform to grow your career in ecological leadership within major infrastructure delivery.

Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) – Global Recruitment Experts in Sustainability, ESG & HSE.

Are you ready to take the lead on ecological delivery at construction stage, where your decisions shape real outcomes?

We’re looking for a confident and pragmatic Senior Site Ecologist to join a major infrastructure programme in the North of England. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a visible, site-based role with influence across a headline highways scheme and nearby projects.

You’ll be part of a respected internal environment team working alongside consultants and contractors to deliver robust ecological outcomes while supporting efficient project delivery.

About the Project

You’ll primarily support a major link roads scheme located between Manchester and Sheffield, with occasional input (c.10%) to other local projects within 1–2 hours’ travel.

The project is entering construction phase, and the role will be site-focused (60%), with additional time spent on coordination and reporting (40%). You’ll be embedded in daily site operations while ensuring all ecological risks and constraints are fully managed and understood.

Key ecological considerations include badger mitigation, bat surveys and other protected species work, supported by external ECoW consultants.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Take ownership of ecological deliverables across the construction site
• Lead on implementing mitigation strategies in line with licensing requirements
• Work closely with contractors, consultants, regulators and internal teams
• Attend site meetings, provide advice and influence daily decision-making
• Monitor compliance with environmental legislation and address any ecological risks
• Support protected species survey programmes and ensure pragmatic site integration

What We’re Looking For

• Previous ecology experience, ideally including site-based delivery on infrastructure or construction projects
• A strong communicator with the confidence to influence contractors and stand your ground when needed
• Protected species licences—badger experience highly desirable, with additional species (e.g. bats, GCN) also highly beneficial
• Degree in ecology or a related subject preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered
• Good understanding of ecological legislation and site-based environmental management
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

• Competitive basic salary
• Company car
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private healthcare (for you and partner)
• Paid professional memberships (e.g. CIEEM)
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Permanent, full-time role
• Ongoing Training & Development opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies (including enhanced parental leave)
• Share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…
• Strong progression potential into other regional infrastructure projects post-completion

Why Join?

• Lead ecological delivery on a nationally significant infrastructure project with high visibility and impact
• Make real-time, on-site decisions with the support of a collaborative and experienced environment team
• Play a key role in embedding ecology within day-to-day construction activities
• Enjoy long-term development opportunities across a growing portfolio of complex infrastructure projects

Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) – Global Recruitment Experts in Sustainability, ESG & HSE.

Ready to drive environmental sustainability in Scotland’s most ambitious energy infrastructure projects?

Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) is proud to partner with a major UK infrastructure contractor to recruit a Senior Environmental Sustainability Advisor for a landmark energy infrastructure programme based near Peterhead, Scotland.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior environmental role that blends field-based impact, stakeholder influence, and critical infrastructure delivery - all in a role where you can see the tangible results of your work every single day.

Why Peterhead?

Set on Scotland’s dramatic northeast coast, Peterhead offers a unique blend of industry and nature. From rugged shorelines and rich ecology to active harbour life and proximity to remote habitats, it’s an incredible base for environmental professionals who value variety, visibility, and meaningful impact.

This isn’t a desk job — this is a boots-on-the-ground role where your expertise will help protect and enhance the environment while supporting some of the UK’s most vital infrastructure upgrades.

About the Projects

You’ll play a key role across a suite of high-profile energy transmission and substation upgrade projects in the region, including:

• Full replacement of ageing substations and associated demolition
• Delivery of two new-build substations including civil engineering, drainage, and security infrastructure
• Complex underground cabling works and enabling site packages
• With construction activity already underway on some sites, your presence on site will be essential to driving high environmental standards from mobilisation through to delivery

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading environmental and sustainability efforts across multiple active construction sites
• Reviewing and delivering environmental management plans, permits, and consents
• Conducting regular site inspections, audits, toolbox talks and assurance activities
• Advising site teams, senior project managers and construction leads on environmental risks, compliance, and improvement opportunities
• Managing environmental incidents, reporting and corrective actions

What We’re Looking For

• Demonstrable professional experience in environmental management on infrastructure, construction, energy, or linear projects (e.g., rail, highways, utilities, civils)
• Good working knowledge of UK environmental legislation, licensing and compliance processes
• Ability to challenge and influence project teams with credibility and confidence
• Comfortable working on active construction sites, conducting inspections, and identifying issues on the ground
• Excellent reporting, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

What’s on Offer

• A competitive basic salary
• Choice of a Company Car or Car Allowance
• Subsistence Allowance
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• Structured training, support and career development opportunities
• Pension scheme, share incentive plan, and other core benefits
• Work in a region with genuine environmental complexity and visibility
• Be part of a supportive, growing team of 25+ environmental sustainability professionals across Scotland

Why Join?

• Critical Project – Work on high-value, nationally significant energy infrastructure upgrades
• Team Culture – Collaborative, technically strong team led by experienced environmental managers
• Career Progression – With strong organisational backing for your growth and development
• Site Impact – You’ll be empowered to lead from the front, influence decisions, and leave a legacy

This is more than just another environmental role - it’s a real chance to shape infrastructure that matters, in a role where your expertise will be recognised and respected.

Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) – Global Recruitment Experts in Sustainability, ESG & HSE.

Are you ready to take the lead on one of the UK’s most environmentally ambitious infrastructure projects?

We’re supporting a nationally recognised contractor delivering a once-in-a-generation, state-backed power transmission upgrade - part of a major programme to modernise the UK’s energy infrastructure. With extensive ecological sensitivities and a multi-year construction timeline, this is a rare opportunity to step into a strategic, high-profile role with genuine long-term career potential.

As Lead Ecologist, you’ll lead ecological compliance and delivery across this nationally significant Development Consent Order (DCO) scheme. You’ll act as the central point of contact for ecology matter - working closely with the client, statutory bodies (e.g. Natural England, RSPB), consultants, and internal delivery teams to protect biodiversity while supporting sustainable construction.

What you’ll be doing:

• Acting as the project’s ecology lead - primary interface for internal teams, the client, and external regulators
• Managing a small in-house ecology team and supervising subcontract consultants
• Developing and implementing ecological management plans aligned with legal and DCO requirements
• Leading on licensing, protected species compliance, and engagement with key stakeholders
• Supporting Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) delivery and long-term habitat management strategies
• Providing strategic ecological advice to delivery teams - shaping decisions

What we’re looking for:

• Strong ecological knowledge and understanding of UK wildlife legislation
• Prior experience delivering ecological mitigation on live infrastructure or linear construction projects such as Rail, Highways, Utilities.
• Confidence in managing clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams
• Familiarity with DCO frameworks, BNG, and environmental permitting (desirable)
• Degree in Ecology or a related field (essential); CIEEM membership preferred
• Experience managing teams or leading consultants
• Willingness to be site-based 3 - 4 days per week (Ipswich/Colchester area) with flexible home working

Why this role?

This is a career-defining opportunity to lead on a landmark infrastructure scheme with ecological complexity and national visibility. With long-term project security, regular regulator engagement, and future growth into leadership roles, this role offers the scope, support, and scale to make a meaningful impact.

You’ll join a collaborative, values-driven team at a critical time - helping shape biodiversity outcomes from pre-construction through to post-delivery habitat success.

What’s on offer:

• A very competitive basic salary
• Company car or car allowance
• Annual bonus scheme
• Family private medical insurance
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Permanent, full-time role (40 hours/week) with flexible working culture
• Ongoing Training & Development opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies (including enhanced parental leave)
• Share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) – Global Recruitment Experts in Sustainability, ESG & HSE.

Are you passionate about Health and Safety and looking for a role where you can make a real difference in a healthcare environment?

Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) is delighted to be partnering with a leading healthcare provider in South East London who are seeking an experienced Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Manager to join their dedicated team. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the HSE strategy and culture within a renowned organisation known for its pioneering approach to patient care.

With a significant focus on enhancing safety standards and environmental impact monitoring, this role is integral to ensuring the safety and well-being of both staff and patients.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading and coordinating Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance across all healthcare and charity shop locations
• Managing policies and procedures to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and best practices
• Conducting safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments, promoting a proactive safety culture
• Offering guidance and advice on Health & Safety matters
• Enhancing the environmental monitoring process, reporting on impacts, and implementing strategies to reduce environmental risks
• Taking ownership of the Health & Safety Committee and Green Group content, working collaboratively to promote a culture of safety and sustainability

Why Join?

• Make a Real Impact - Be part of a passionate team making a difference to patients and the community
• Autonomy & Responsibility - Lead HSE strategy with the support of a committed team and external experts
• Career Growth - Develop your career in a well-established healthcare organisation that supports personal and professional development
• Flexibility - Hybrid working with flexible hours (36 hours a week) and four days on-site and one day working from home on average

What We’re Looking For:

• A relevant Health & Safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent)
• IOSH membership (Ideally Cert IOSH or Tech IOSH as a minimum)
• Proven experience in managing Health & Safety within a Healthcare, Charity, Social Housing or similar environment
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• A proactive and pragmatic approach to Health and Safety management, balancing patient-centred care with compliance
• Familiarity with environmental monitoring and reporting (desirable but not essential)

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary of £57,000
• Employer Pension Contribution (5%)
• Flexible working and flexible hours (36 hours a week)
• Competitive annual leave rising with service
• Wellbeing programme including yoga / pilates classes
• Life assurance scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Annual staff social events
• Ongoing training and development
• A collaborative and supportive working environment within a pioneering healthcare organisation

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced HSE professional to make a tangible impact in a meaningful and rewarding environment.

Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) - Global Recruitment Experts within Sustainability, ESG & HSE.

Work for a Leading SHEQ Team: Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality (SHEQ) Advisor Position Available!

Are you a passionate Health and Safety Advisor looking to make a meaningful impact by promoting best practices in Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality?

We are excited to be recruiting a SHEQ Advisor to join a specialist contractor in the utilities and civil engineering sector. You will be joining a dedicated and experienced team, supporting regional site teams and fostering a strong safety culture.

Reporting directly to the SHEQ Manager, you will play a key role in improving safety standards across the business by providing expert advice and hands-on support.

This is an excellent opportunity to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment where safety and environment is at the forefront of operations.

The SHEQ Advisor will be responsible for:

• Providing expert SHEQ advice and support to regional teams.
• Conducting inspections, audits, and investigations.
• Developing and improve SHEQ policies and procedures.
• Delivering on-site H&S training.
• Carrying out contractor audits and approvals.

To be considered for this SHEQ Advisor role you should have:

• NEBOSH Construction or General Certificate
• Safety experience within a Civils, Utilities, Rail or Construction environment
• Strong risk assessment and policy writing skills
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within a region

What’s on offer:

• A competitive salary of up to £45,000
• A company car or car allowance of £4000
• Career progression and professional development opportunities
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements with regular travel to sites in the region and the opportunity to work from home
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, healthcare scheme, and wellbeing support

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to setting high standards in Safety and the Environment.

If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to a safer and healthier workplace, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and be part of a team committed to excellence in SHEQ!

Work for a Global Fortune 500 Property Management Company: EHS Manager - Europe Position Available!

Are you an experienced EHS professional passionate about ensuring world-class Health, Safety and Environmental standards?

Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) is excited to be partnering with one of the worlds largest and most prestigious facilities management companies to recruit for a EHS Manager to work as a key role within their European EHS team.

This position offers the unique opportunity to lead on EHS across a diverse portfolio of prestigious sites across over 10 different European countries, while working for a market leader renowned for its comprehensive property management services.

This position is a remote role with travel across Europe (1 week a month on average) and can be based from either - Paris, Brussels, Berlin, The Hague, Warsaw, Prague, Vienna, Geneva or Dublin.

If you’re based in one of the area’s above and are ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact leading EHS standards across Europe, this role is for you!

The EHS Manager will be responsible for:

• Leading the management of EHS systems to maintain high safety standards across all sites
• Engaging with on-site teams, senior stakeholders, and clients to promote safety initiatives
• Implementing risk assessments and safety strategies tailored to each unique site
• Driving continuous improvement in safety practices across the portfolio
• Promoting a positive, proactive EHS culture and influencing key stakeholders

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• Chartered IOSH Membership, with a Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (or degree equivalent)
• A background in managing Health and Safety within a multi-site Property Management, Facilities Management or Real Estate environment
• Proven leadership skills and experience with EHS management systems, policies and procedures
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with various stakeholders

What’s on offer:

• A competitive salary of €70,000 - €85,000 depending on experience
• An expansive benefits package including car / car allowance and a bonus scheme up to 15% of annual salary
• The opportunity to work on a range of diverse and prestigious sites across Europe with all travel costs paid
• The chance to make a real difference in a forward-thinking, fortune 500 company setting trends in EHS globally
• A varied role with opportunities for growth and career progression

Join an organisation that sets the bar high for Health, Safety, and Environment in Europe. Apply today!