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The ad says“CSCS card”
The ad says“Strong understanding of waste management, resource efficiency, circular economy, pollution prevention, water management, energy management, biodiversity and environmental permitting.”
The ad says“Knowledge of PAS 2080, carbon management, carbon reporting and low-carbon design and construction principles.”
The ad says“Knowledge of PAS 2080, carbon management, carbon reporting and low-carbon design and construction principles.”
The ad says“Strong understanding of waste management, resource efficiency, circular economy, pollution prevention, water management, energy management, biodiversity and environmental permitting.”
The ad says“Strong understanding of waste management, resource efficiency, circular economy, pollution prevention, water management, energy management, biodiversity and environmental permitting.”
The ad says“Strong working knowledge of UK environmental legislation, environmental management systems and construction environmental controls.”
The ad says“Strong understanding of waste management, resource efficiency, circular economy, pollution prevention, water management, energy management, biodiversity and environmental permitting.”
The ad says“Experience implementing ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 requirements within a project or operational environment.”
The ad says“Experience implementing ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 requirements within a project or operational environment.”
The ad says“Competent in Microsoft Office applications and environmental reporting systems such as SmartWaste, Once Click LCA, inspection trackers or similar digital platforms.”
The ad says“Competent in Microsoft Office applications and environmental reporting systems such as SmartWaste, Once Click LCA, inspection trackers or similar digital platforms.”
The ad says“Knowledge of PAS 2080, carbon management, carbon reporting and low-carbon design and construction principles.”
The ad says“Strong understanding of waste management, resource efficiency, circular economy, pollution prevention, water management, energy management, biodiversity and environmental permitting.”
The ad says“Strong understanding of waste management, resource efficiency, circular economy, pollution prevention, water management, energy management, biodiversity and environmental permitting.”
The ad says“Competent in Microsoft Office applications and environmental reporting systems such as SmartWaste, Once Click LCA, inspection trackers or similar digital platforms.”
The ad says“Strong understanding of waste management, resource efficiency, circular economy, pollution prevention, water management, energy management, biodiversity and environmental permitting.”
The ad says“Strong understanding of waste management, resource efficiency, circular economy, pollution prevention, water management, energy management, biodiversity and environmental permitting.”

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on two major stock markets: Nasdaq - 100 Index (US) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 22,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial’s activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Ferrovial Construction is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track-record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high-speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair.

Why Ferrovial?

Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

Environment & Sustainability Manager

Ferrovial Construction is seeking an experienced Environment & Sustainability Manager to support the delivery of major infrastructure and asset renewal works across Heathrow Airport. The role will be site based and will provide environmental, carbon and sustainability leadership across a varied programme of works within Heathrow’s operational boundary, including airside and landside infrastructure, roads, drainage, car parks, utilities, buildings and associated civil engineering activities.

The Environment & Sustainability Manager will lead the implementation of environmental management systems, sustainability requirements and carbon reduction processes in line with Ferrovial Construction procedures, Heathrow Airport Limited Employer’s Requirements, ISO 14001, ISO 50001 and PAS 2080. The role will work closely with project managers, construction teams, designers, procurement, supply chain partners and Heathrow stakeholders to ensure environmental and sustainability requirements are embedded from design through to construction, commissioning and handover.

Location: Heathrow Airport

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Heathrow Project Scope

The role will support Heathrow capital works and asset renewal projects delivered under the H7 Framework. These works may include airside and landside pavements, road renewal, drainage upgrades, car park optimisation, utilities, fire mains, pollution control infrastructure, terminal and stand refurbishment, MEP works, service subways, perimeter assets and associated temporary works. Projects will require close coordination with Heathrow Airport Limited and compliance with Heathrow’s carbon, environment and sustainability standards, including requirements relating to responsible procurement, waste minimisation, energy management, low-carbon materials, biodiversity, environmental permits, licences and consents, pollution prevention and carbon reporting.

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Key Accountabilities

Lead environmental and sustainability management across Heathrow projects, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, Ferrovial Construction procedures, Heathrow Employer’s Requirements and applicable UK legislation.
Develop, maintain and implement Environmental Management Plans, Site Waste Management Plans, Carbon Management requirements, Energy Management arrangements, Biodiversity Management Plans and associated project documentation.
Support the delivery of Heathrow’s Connecting People and Planet strategy by embedding carbon reduction, resource efficiency, responsible procurement, biodiversity enhancement and environmental protection into design and construction activities.
Provide leadership, advice and technical support to project managers, construction teams, designers, engineers, procurement teams and subcontractors on environmental, carbon and sustainability matters.
Ensure environmental controls are incorporated into work planning, method statements, risk assessments, permits and site briefings before works commence.
Manage environmental permits, licences, consents and approvals, coordinating with Heathrow, regulators, statutory bodies and specialist consultants where required.
Lead and support environmental inspections, audits, assurance visits and compliance reviews, ensuring findings are communicated, actions are closed and lessons learned are embedded.
Monitor project performance against environmental and sustainability KPIs, including waste diversion, carbon emissions, material use, energy consumption, fuel use, water management, biodiversity and supply chain performance.
Lead reporting to Heathrow and internal senior management, ensuring accurate and timely submission of environmental, carbon and sustainability data through relevant systems and trackers.
Identify and implement carbon reduction opportunities in line with PAS 2080, including the application of the carbon reduction hierarchy and collaboration with designers and supply chain partners.
Promote the use of low-carbon materials, circular economy principles, waste prevention, reuse and recycling across the project lifecycle.
Support sustainable procurement by ensuring subcontractors understand and comply with environmental, carbon, energy and sustainability obligations.
Investigate environmental incidents, near misses and non-conformances, ensuring evidence is gathered, root causes are identified and corrective actions are completed.
Promote a positive environmental culture across site teams through briefings, toolbox talks, awareness campaigns, training and visible leadership.
Act as a mentor and technical lead for the Environment & Sustainability Team
Drive innovation, best practice and continuous improvement across Heathrow projects, capturing achievements, lessons learned and case studies where appropriate.

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Skills and Experience

Proven experience in an environmental and sustainability management role within construction, infrastructure or major project delivery.
Strong working knowledge of UK environmental legislation, environmental management systems and construction environmental controls.
Experience implementing ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 requirements within a project or operational environment.
Knowledge of PAS 2080, carbon management, carbon reporting and low-carbon design and construction principles.
Experience preparing and reviewing environmental and sustainability documentation, including EMPs, SWMPs, carbon reports, sustainability briefs, risk registers and environmental procedures.
Strong understanding of waste management, resource efficiency, circular economy, pollution prevention, water management, energy management, biodiversity and environmental permitting.
Confident communicator with the ability to influence site teams, senior managers, designers, clients, regulators and supply chain partners.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and drive performance across multiple work packages.
Commercial awareness and an understanding of how environmental and sustainability performance supports safe, efficient and responsible project delivery.
Competent in Microsoft Office applications and environmental reporting systems such as SmartWaste, Once Click LCA, inspection trackers or similar digital platforms.

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Qualifications

Degree or equivalent qualification in environmental management, sustainability, engineering, construction, planning, ecology or a related discipline.
Membership of CIWEM, CIWM, CIEEM, ISEP or another relevant professional body is desirable.
CSCS card

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Personal Attributes

Highly motivated, proactive and committed to high standards of environmental and sustainability performance.
Collaborative and confident working within multidisciplinary project teams in a live airport environment.
Resilient, adaptable and able to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced construction setting.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify practical solutions and drive improvement.
Passionate about sustainability, innovation and supporting the delivery of responsible infrastructure.
Passionate about working in construction, engage with delivery teams and understand the practical challenges of live project environments.
Visible leadership style with the confidence to challenge behaviours, influence decisions and promote best practice on site.

*Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties.

Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer.  We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.

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