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Job No. BBUK13349

Carbon Advisor - Net Zero Teesside - Redcar - Redcar

Major Projects

Sustainability

Redcar
Permanent

About the role

 


Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world’s most ambitious sustainability initiatives?


Balfour Beatty have created iconic buildings and infrastructure all over the world over the past 115 years redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project.


As a result, alongside several consortium partners; Balfour Beatty have been selected by BP (British Petroleum) to construct a first-of-a-kind fully integrated gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage which is a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK’s first decarbonised industrial cluster.


Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamic and experienced Carbon Advisor - Net Zero Teesside - Redcar to contribute to the Net Zero Teesside project based at our new site in Redcar-in-Cleveland on Teesside.

What you'll be doing



  • Day to day point of contact for carbon on the project

  • Deliver carbon management and decarbonisation performance on the project;

  • Report project carbon management performance and progression to the BB Major Projects Head of Environment & Sustainability as required (typically monthly);

  • Support with the development and/or delivery of Project/Business carbon dashboards

  • Coordinate carbon forecast updates at key change points for the project;

  • Be the focal point/interface with the client Sustainability team from a Carbon perspective

  • Collaborate with the BB Group Sustainability Team, engaging on topics such as: innovations; policies; technical standards; guidance; best practice etc;

  • Deliver project carbon training programmes;

  • Support embedding carbon management within a range of project functions and processes where applicable, such as procurement, commercial, plant management & logistics;

  • Support project client carbon reporting & deliverables, including Carbon Management; Reports, Carbon Management Plans and Carbon Baselines;

  • Undertake technical assurance of carbon deliverables produced by partners and/or the supply chain

  • Provide support and guidance to relevant project teams;

  • Develop direct relationships with regional client contacts (Local Authority, client team etc)


Who we're looking for

The following qualities/ experience are essential:



  • A science-based background i.e. relevant BSc or equivalent qualification in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Carbon, Energy or similar;

  • An understanding of carbon impact/mitigation issues on infrastructure;

  • Understanding of carbon reporting standards, guidance and regulatory regimes e.g. PAS 2080;

  • Understanding of issues in integrating low carbon into infrastructure design and construction;

  • Experienced in Office applications and use of analytical tools;

  • Understanding of the benefits of working collaboratively to obtain the best outcome for the project;

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills;

  • Determination to see tasks through to completion;

  • Member of a relevant professional body is desirable

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.


Why join us?


As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:


- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.


From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.


Diversity and inclusion


At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion


To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.


As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/


We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com

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