Associate Director - Sustainability - Carbon Lead

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

This senior role leads carbon strategy for a major infrastructure programme, driving low‑carbon innovation, PAS 2080 compliance and robust carbon accounting. Working closely with clients and project teams, it shapes strategic decisions, develops talent and supports work‑winning while advancing Mace’s Pursue a Pursue a Sustainable Worldacross the programme lifecycle.

Please Note: This role requires traveling to site 2-3 days per week in Peterborough, flexible work from home other days. Travel allowance and car allowance paid with package.

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Embedding carbon in design, procurement and delivery.
• Managing whole‑life carbon and cost assessments.
• Driving innovation to cut whole‑life impacts.
• Providing strategic carbon advice to clients.
• Managing PAS 2080‑aligned carbon strategies and reporting.
• Overseeing robust programme carbon assessments.

Supporting teams on baselines, analysis and reductions.

Managing work‑winning, development and team mentoring.

You’ll Need To Have

• Degree in environmental or sustainability discipline; postgraduate study desirable.
• Chartered environmental professional with strong carbon‑management expertise.
• Proven leadership of carbon strategy on complex infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of PAS 2080, legislation, and client engagement.
  
  

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.

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