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Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Overview
Deliver what's right for people and our planet.
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Principal Sustainability and Carbon Consultant to join our Manchester Team. If you are someone who thrives on embedding sustainability into large-scale infrastructure projects and corporate strategies, and you are ready to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic and high-performing team – this is your opportunity to lead and influence the future of our cities and environments.
Our Sustainability and Carbon Team partner with clients around the world to decarbonise operations and enhance performance across the broader sustainability agenda.
Our portfolio includes industry leading work in Corporate Sustainability and Net Zero Advisory, Whole Life Carbon Management, Sustainability in Infrastructure planning, design and delivery.
Working in our Sustainable Futures Practice, you'll help shape places and spaces that matter. From Aviation and Cities & Development to Education, Energy and Transportation, you'll be part of the transition to a zero-carbon future.
Your Role
- Supporting the Manchester Sustainability and Carbon Team, fostering growth and development.
- Driving carbon, sustainability and net zero initiatives across high profile infrastructure projects.
- Creating innovative strategies, designs and management plans that reliver real world impact.
- Representing AtkinsRealis at external forums, enhancing our reputation and yours.
- Leading and contributing to bid proposal, crafting compelling submissions that win work.
Location
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-134678
Salary range
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Mahendran CV
Hi there, I'm Mahendran CV and I manage this role
About you
- A degree in an environmental or engineering-related discipline and chartership with a recognised professional body.
- Demonstrated expertise in carbon accounting, net zero roadmaps, sustainability assessments, hole life carbon management, strategy development and sustainability reporting.
- Proven experience in infrastructure sustainability – not just building sustainability.
- Strong communication and report writing skills with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences.
- A solid understanding of UK sustainability and carbon standards and guidance for both infrastructure projects and public and private sector corporate reporting.
- A proactive leadership style with a genuine interest in mentoring and supporting others.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Reward & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
Make it brilliant, a career with AtkinsRéalis
Our supportive, collaborative culture inspires us as a global community every day.
Watch this short film and imagine what you could achieve here, too.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Additional information
Security clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
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