Location: Cardiff Salary: £45,000 - £50,000The RoleWe are seeking an experienced Environmental & Sustainability Coordinator to join a leading construction business in Cardiff. This role will have a strong BREEAM focus, supporting the successful delivery of sustainability targets across major construction projects.You will play a key role in coordinating the main contractor’s BREEAM delivery, ensuring compliance with project requirements and contributing to the achievement of high BREEAM ratings.Key Responsibilities
*Coordinate and manage BREEAM delivery on behalf of the main contractor across the project life cycle.
*Work closely with BREEAM requirements and project teams to ensure all credits are understood and actioned.
*Track and monitor BREEAM credits, identifying risks and opportunities to maximise project scores.
*Maintain auditable records and structured evidence files to support certification
*Liaise with BREEAM assessors, consultants, and site teams to ensure alignment and compliance.
*Support the implementation of environmental and sustainability strategies on-site
*Conduct regular site inspections to ensure environmental controls are being followed
*Assist in reporting sustainability performance and progress against project targets
About YouYou will have a strong understanding of sustainability within construction, with hands-on experience working with BREEAM frameworks.Essential:
*Experience in an Environmental / Sustainability role within construction
*Solid understanding of BREEAM processes and requirements
*Experience in tracking credits and managing evidence submissions
*Strong organisational skills with the ability to maintain structured documentation
*Excellent communication skills and ability to work with site teams and stakeholders
Desirable:
*BREEAM Accredited Professional (AP)
*Experience contributing to higher rating BREEAM schemes (e.g. Excellent / Outstanding)
*Familiarity with wider sustainability initiatives (carbon, waste, energy)
Why Apply?
*Opportunity to work on high-profile projects with strong sustainability objectives
*Be part of a business committed to environmental performance and innovation
*Clear progression within a growing and forward-thinking team
Apply NowIf you’re passionate about sustainability in construction and want to play a key role in delivering high-performing BREEAM projects, we’d love to hear from you. Contact
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