At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That colouring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realisations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.
Working for HDR, you will be part of an organisation that is 100-percent employee owned, that supports and creates many opportunities for you to advance, succeed, and fulfil your career aspirations.
About the role
As an Associate, you will be in a role with managerial responsibility. You will have the opportunity to lead projects and will work closely with Directors and our clients to identify solutions and delivery plans. As a key part of our sustainability team, you will tailor our approach to each situation and bring new ideas, allowing us to deliver our best work.
HDR provides support for continued professional development and career progression. This helps us to maintain our position as a world-leading sustainability team. As an Associate, you will also provide mentoring and support for junior colleagues.
We work in a wide range of sectors including tech/media/telecoms, datacentres, commercial/corporate real estate, finance, healthcare, education, hotels & leisure, industrial, transport, and mixed-use.
Our services are varied but include:
* Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategies
* Energy and Resource efficiency assessments (including ESOS compliance)
* Environmental & Energy Management Systems (ISO14001/ISO50001)
* Verification of Corporate Sustainability Reporting (including SECR)
* Greenhouse Gas reporting (incl. UK and EU Emissions Trading Systems)
* Environmental Permitting to protect the environment and human health
* Supporting the sustainable design, construction, operation, and refurbishment of buildings (including relevant rating systems such as BREEAM, LEED, and WELL)
The role will have the opportunity for further career progression.
About you
We are looking for candidates who are passionate and motivated, and who are interested in making a difference. It is important that you are personable, have a ‘can do’ attitude, and can establish rapport and good working relationships with colleagues and clients.
We are looking for candidates who want to excel, and who are becoming leaders in their chosen area(s) of specialism. Since Energy, Sustainability, and Resiliency are such wide fields, we do not expect candidates to have existing expertise or experience in all areas. For example, you may have a particular interest in a particular topic or area such as:
* Environmental Management and Continual Improvement, or
* Sustainable Development and the Built Environment
As an Associate, you will not only have a high-level knowledge of sustainability and environmental issues, but you will also have the ability to communicate and apply that knowledge to lead the implementation of more sustainable working practices.
Skills and Experience:
* Degree or master’s level education in a relevant discipline (e.g., Engineering / Environmental / Energy / Sustainability / Scientific), OR equivalent experience
* A sound understanding of environmental and sustainable development principles, the ability to describe them to others, and make the case for action
* Ability to lead delivery teams and work collaboratively and cooperatively with clients and colleagues
* An ability to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and integrity
* Ability to identify and manage strategic opportunities and risks, and the ability to influence, persuade, and challenge others
* Knowledge of relevant standards and legislation (for your area of interest), particularly in the UK & Europe, and how to audit and assess compliance
* Excellent communication skills – to be able to correspond effectively with clients, sub-contractors, colleagues, and regulators
* The ability to research, collect, analyse, process, summarise, and present information in a concise and effective form. This includes critical thinking and assessment
* Excellent project management skills and an ability to generate high-quality deliverables (e.g. reports, calculations, emails, or presentations) following documented Quality Management System protocols.
* Good experience, ideally >7 years is typical for an Associate position. Experience in consultancy is preferred but not essential.
* Appropriate professional membership based on your experience (e.g., Practitioner or Full Member of IEMA, Associate or Full Member of Energy Institute, or equivalents with CIBSE / Other relevant organisations).
* Any relevant industry accreditations relevant to your chosen areas of expertise (e.g., BREEAM Accredited Professional, BREEAM Assessor, LEED AP, WELL, Registered Energy / Environmental Auditor, ESOS Lead Assessor, Chartered Engineer / Chartered Environmentalist status etc.)
* A working knowledge of relevant sustainability tools or standards (e.g. GHG protocol, carbon emission factors, science-based targets, ISO14001 / ISO14064 / other standards etc)
* The ability and potential to learn quickly, desire to pursue chartered status (if not already achieved)
* Driving license
* Experience of monitoring contract staff or third-party appointments
* Ability to mentor junior colleagues
Why HDR
At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
Primary Location
United Kingdom-Scotland-Glasgow
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Business Class: Sustainability and Resiliency
Job Posting
Jan 7, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.
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