Sustainability Manager Data Centres

Lisbon - Portugal

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Real Estate

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly experienced Sustainability Manager to lead the environmental strategy for a major new data center development in Lisbon Portugal.

This role offers the opportunity to shape a flagship project from design through delivery driving bestinclass sustainable solutions and ensuring full compliance with national and international standards.

You will work at the heart of the project collaborating closely with the client designers contractors and regulatory bodies to deliver measurable longterm sustainability impact.

Qualifications :

Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:

Strategic Leadership

Drive the projects sustainability strategy in line with client goals and Portuguese regulations.
Define and monitor KPIs (PUE WUE water waste renewables) and support Net Zero objectives.
Lead sustainability certifications (LEED BREEAM) and introduce innovative sustainability solutions.

Design & Construction Oversight

Integrate sustainability into design decisions materials and systems.
Review design documents and ensure alignment with sustainability targets.
Support contractors with sustainable construction practices and conduct site reviews.
Manage sustainability-related submittals and approvals.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

Set up and manage systems to track environmental performance.
Analyze data and prepare concise actionable reports.
Recommend improvements and ensure accurate environmental documentation.

Stakeholder Engagement

Serve as the primary sustainability contact for all project partners.
Collaborate closely with clients designers contractors and regulators.
Support communication efforts and deliver sustainability training sessions.

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with Portuguese environmental laws and permitting requirements.
Oversee audits inspections and regulatory updates.

Qualifications
Your qualifications include:

A Bachelors or Masters degree in Sustainability Environmental Science Engineering or a related field giving you a strong foundation to lead environmental excellence.
10 years of handson experience driving sustainability across largescale construction MEP or missioncritical projects.
Valuable experience in data centers or other highperformance sectors such as Oil & Gas or Pharma.
Strong expertise in sustainable design and major certification frameworks (LEED BREEAM) plus a solid understanding of Portuguese environmental standards.
Proven analytical communication and project management skills with the ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders.
Fluency in English and Portuguese ensuring smooth collaboration with both local and international teams.

Additional Information :

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Employment Type :

Full-time

We are looking for a highly experienced Sustainability Manager to lead the environmental strategy for a major new data center development in Lisbon Portugal.This role offers the opportunity to shape a flagship project from design through delivery driving bestinclass sustainable solutions and ensurin...