Carbon Analyst

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Job Title: Carbon Analyst
Location: East Midlands, UK
Type: Permanent
Salary: £35,000-£40,000 plus package
Are you passionate about reducing carbon emissions and creating meaningful environmental impact? My client are a Tier 1 civil engineering contractor at the forefront of sustainability in construction, and are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Carbon Analyst to join the Sustainability Team. Reporting to the Senior Sustainability Manager, this role will be instrumental in measuring, monitoring, and reducing the organisation's operational carbon footprint across a range of projects and frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:
·Measure, analyse and report on operational carbon emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3)
·Lead data collection and reporting for SECR and ESOS compliance
·Maintain up-to-date emission factors in line with DEFRA/BEIS guidance
·Coordinate internal and external reporting processes and requirements
·Liaise with suppliers and the wider supply chain to gather accurate GHG emissions data
·Ensure adherence to GHG Protocol, ISO (phone number removed), and other relevant frameworks
·Maintain high standards of data quality and evidence documentation
·Generate innovative ideas to drive carbon reduction across operations and project sites
·Collaborate with departments to improve data collection and reporting systems
·Stay informed on latest sustainability practices, technologies, and regulatory updates
Requirements:
·Passionate about sustainability and carbon reduction
·Strong knowledge of carbon reporting frameworks and the GHG Protocol
·Background in sustainability, environmental science, or a related field
·Previous experience within construction or a similar industry is highly desirable, but not essential
·Excellent data analysis skills and attention to detail
·Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other standard software packages
·Strong communicator with the ability to build effective working relationships
·Self-motivated, organised, and eager to develop within a collaborative team
·Analytical thinker with the confidence to challenge and improve existing processes
 
Package:
·£35,000-£40,000 per annum depending on experience
·Car allowance
·Bonus schemes
·Private healthcare
·Pension scheme
·Hybrid working
·Social events and regular team incentives
·The opportunity to progress your career in sustainability with a Tier 1 company
 
FOOTNOTE:

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Amy Maxwell at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email at (url removed) for more information.
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