Build a Career That Makes a Difference
At Careys, sustainability isn't a separate initiative. It's fundamental to how we deliver projects, support communities and create long-term value.
We're looking for a Sustainability Advisor to join our growing Sustainability team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career who is passionate about sustainability, environmental performance and responsible construction, and wants to develop their expertise within a leading civil engineering and construction business.
Working closely with our Head of Sustainability and project teams across the business, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting major construction and civil engineering projects while building the knowledge and skills needed to progress your career within sustainability.
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Supporting project teams to implement sustainability objectives and environmental best practice.
- Assisting with the collection, analysis and reporting of sustainability data, including waste, energy, water and carbon performance metrics.
- Monitoring project sustainability performance and identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Supporting the preparation of sustainability reports for clients, project teams and senior stakeholders.
- Assisting with environmental compliance activities and helping projects meet company and regulatory requirements.
- Researching emerging sustainability trends, legislation and industry best practice.
- Supporting the delivery of sustainability awareness campaigns and training initiatives across the business.
- Working collaboratively with operational teams, engineers and project managers to embed sustainable practices into project delivery.
This role would suit someone looking to build a long-term career in sustainability and gain exposure to major infrastructure and construction projects.
You may already have some experience in sustainability, environmental management, construction, engineering or a related field, or be looking to take the next step following a degree or graduate programme. We're particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:
- A genuine passion for sustainability and environmental improvement.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Confidence working with data and producing reports.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
- The ability to build effective relationships across different teams and disciplines.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly to project sites, offices and stakeholder meetings across the UK as required.
Desirable
- Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Geography, Engineering or a related discipline.
- Previous experience within construction, infrastructure, utilities, environmental consultancy or sustainability.
- Knowledge of environmental legislation, carbon reduction, waste management or ESG principles.
In return, you'll receive:
- Exposure to major construction and infrastructure projects.
- Mentoring and support from experienced sustainability professionals.
- Structured career development opportunities.
- The chance to influence real sustainability outcomes across the built environment.
- A collaborative and supportive working environment where your ideas and contribution will be valued.
If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your sustainability career and make a meaningful impact within the construction industry, we'd love to hear from you.
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Competitive salary and benefits package
- Access to Careys Perk Package, including cycle to work scheme, health care cash plan and gym membership
- 26 Days holiday plus bank holiday
- Ongoing Development
Our story starts in 1969 with three brothers and a van.
John, Tom and Pat Carey moved to London from Ireland and started a groundworks contracting company in London called PJ Carey Plant Hire (Oval) Ltd.
Their aspirations at the time were reflective of the values of the Carey Group today – to care about everything they did, to act with humility in all interactions, to be passionate about their work and be authentic at all times.
The Carey Group remains a family-owned construction business, operating across the UK and Ireland. Their goal at the time was to grow to around 50 operatives and provide quality, safe work so that they and their employees could provide for their families and get safe home every day. Through hard work and sticking to their values and their word, this was certainly achieved….and some.
Throughout the years, we have remained committed to delivering on our promises, respecting our clients, offering innovative solutions and producing the highest-quality work in safe environments. These are the core principles set by our Founders, the ones we have never wavered from and they help us to fulfil our ultimate vision to be the most trusted and socially responsible construction company, that people are proud to work with.
Our strong approach is underpinned by robust financial management, continuous investment in our people, specialist equipment and strategic assets and our long-standing culture of teamwork – we want to create the very best environments for our people.
We care about our people and our partners and how we work with them, ensuring we do our best by them. Ultimately, we care about our impact on the world around us and the communities that we proudly help to shape.
