Environmental Sustainability Manager

Posting date:	09 February 2026
Salary:	£50,000 to £57,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	11 March 2026
Location:	IP1
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	ARC (Norwich) Ltd
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	0000078401-43277

Summary

Job Title: Environmental & Sustainability Manager
Location: Sizewell C, Ipswich
Salary: £50 - £57k + car allowance & benefits

About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Environmental & Sustainability Manager to join the high profile Sizewell development in Ipswich. This pivotal role will see you overseeing and improving environmental and sustainability (E&S) performance across multiple projects, driving innovation, and supporting the development and implementation of the wider business strategy.

You will be responsible for producing and reviewing project-specific environmental documentation, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation, liaising with clients and statutory bodies, auditing and reporting environmental performance, and providing technical advice on environmental challenges. You will also lead the implementation of environmental management systems and sustainability initiatives, supporting project teams and the supply chain to meet ethical, sustainable, and carbon-conscious objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce and review project-specific environmental documentation

  
  

• Maintain permits and licences (e.g., Section 61) and ensure compliance

  
  

• Ensure projects understand and meet client sustainability requirements

  
  

• Audit, analyse, and report environmental performance internally and externally

  
  

• Support sites with material management plans for reuse and disposal

  
  

• Provide technical advice and solutions for environmental challenges

  
  

• Conduct environmental incident investigations where necessary

  
  

• Assist in implementing EMS/EnMS and ensure project compliance

  
  

• Deliver environmental and sustainability training to teams and supply chains

  
  

• Support sustainable procurement initiatives and carbon reduction efforts

  
  

• Collaborate across projects to embed E&S considerations in business strategy

  
  

  Skills & Experience:

  • Professional membership of a recognised environmental organisation (e.g., IEMA)

    
    

  • Relevant Environmental or Sustainability qualification

    
    

  • ISO 14001 / 50001 auditor training (lead auditor preferable)

    
    

  • Strong knowledge of environmental legislation, guidelines, and formal auditing

    
    

  • Experience embedding environmental and sustainability considerations across projects

    
    

  • Proven experience maintaining records and documentation systems

    
    

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and other IT or bespoke packages

    
    

  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills

    
    

  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment

    
    

  • Ability to integrate and collaborate effectively with construction and project teams

    
    

  • Positive attitude and proactive approach

    
    

  • Full driving licence and availability to travel

    
    

    To be considered for this role please apply with your CV or for more information please contact Jenny Saban in our Cambridge office