Project Overview 

This position is for an aviation project in Ireland. Bechtel will be working in an integrated team with our client to support the delivery of a Capital Investment Plan of circa €2bn within an operating airport environment. 

The ideal candidate would be a team player capable of adaptation to an integrated team environment. A driven self-starter, confident, agile, articulate and capable of leading change by example. Collaborative and flexible to meet all the demands of the client. 

Role Overview

The Sustainability Manager will have responsibility for the planning and integration of all aspects of sustainability in delivery of the programme, including net zero carbon.  The role will involve leading the creation and implementation of enhanced sustainability strategies and the assurance of designs and construction that Client’s sustainability policies are being incorporated into the designs and are then implemented during the delivery phases.

Main Responsibilities

Advise and provide strategic thinking to the Client on matters pertaining to the environment and sustainability.

Ensure there is a consistent approach to the implementation of environmental and sustainability standards across the programme.

Upskill the existing team, develop skills and embed a culture of learning with regard to environmental management and sustainability across the organization.

Sustainability integration across programme

Integration and delivery of sustainability requirements in all activities including governance, programme and project management, training, performance management and communication

Integration of sustainability strategy and related requirements into all aspects of project development and delivery:

planning and design of projects and programmes

contracts and procurement (consultants, contractors, services, materials)

Oversee and assure the designs being carried out by the various design teams with respect to environmental and sustainability requirements.

Support the design teams as required to ensure implementation of the Client’s policies on Sustainability and Environmental Management including the following elements:

NZEB, Low/Net Zero Carbon/Energy Building design strategies.

Oversight of LEED, BREEAM, ILFI & Well certification.

Climate risk assessment.

Building life-cycle assessment

Whole life cost

Sustainability master planning.

Embodied carbon calculations

Support the integration Net Zero Carbon into planning and projects

Manage development and implementation of 2030 50+% carbon reduction strategy and subsequent 2050 NZC strategy

Manage the development and delivery of carbon reduction concepts, studies, and planning of resulting carbon reduction projects

Establishment of a pathway to development and promoting of Scope 3 projects

Management of Grant Applications via EXEED/BEC/CAF on behalf of Functions

Manage and oversee reporting, review, and improvement of sustainability performance across the programmes

Communications and Engagement:

Support to Group environment and energy management unit in targeted external engagement, policy, and communication piece (DoT, EPA etc) in support sustainability and carbon strategy.

Internal and external communication on the progress of sustainability and carbon reduction strategy

Assist in the identification of alternative funding sources to support the implementation of the sustainability agenda in the Capital Programme and provide support to the relevant internal departments in seeking/applying for the funding

Basic & Preferred Experience

10+ years’ experience in the development and implementation of Sustainability strategies and plans across infrastructure programmes of significant size and complexity, preferably within aviation.

Have an in-depth understanding of the design and delivery requirements of technically complex projects engineering / construction sectors.

Understanding and knowledge of sustainability, carbon management and climate change policy and associated science and legislation.

Experience of integrating sustainable design rating system certification requirements to infrastructure projects

Experience devising and implementing measures to reduce carbon emissions and improve sustainability performance on infrastructure programmes

Experience in communicating with and influencing senior stakeholders across multiple areas of the business, internal and external.

Experience in turning strategy into deliverable programmes

Skills

Strong leadership and influencing skills to manage and motivate teams to embed environmental and sustainability management values and culture

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Excellent attention to detail.

Excellent presentation and reporting skills.

Ability to manage client expectations and deliver within agreed parameters.

Qualified in environmental science or engineering preferable.

Chartered or working towards chartership with an appropriate institution

What we offer

At Bechtel we offer a competitive salary package with the opportunity for flexible working to achieve greater work-life balance. Employee wellbeing is at the centre of our business and Bechtel is committed to offering you the benefits and resources to live healthy lives. We can offer:

Flexible Working

Life Insurance Program

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Long Term Disability Scheme

Our Commitment

Bechtel’s Vision, Values and Covenants commit us to the ideals of fairness, diversity, inclusion, trust, and collaboration, among others. These values help define our culture, our way of doing business, and the positive impact we aspire to make in the world through our people and projects. At our project sites and offices, we have many colleagues from different nationalities, religions, and backgrounds working together to accomplish amazing things.