Environmental Certification Manager

Job Purpose:

The Environmental Certification Manager is responsible for overseeing the process of obtaining and maintaining environmental certifications for the project. This role involves ensuring the project meets all required sustainability standards and certification criteria (e.g., LEED, BREEAM, WELL, ISO 14001) and supporting the team in achieving these certifications. The Environmental Certification Manager works closely with all project stakeholders to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability goals while managing the documentation and reporting required for environmental audits and certification processes.

• Develop and implement a strategy for achieving relevant environmental certifications (e.g., LEED, BREEAM, WELL, ISO 14001) for the project.
• Coordinate with project teams to define the environmental certification goals and targets and ensure they align with the project's overall sustainability objectives.
• Work with the design, construction, and operations teams to integrate certification requirements from the outset of the project.

• Manage the certification application process, ensuring all required documentation and evidence is gathered and submitted in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with third‑party certification bodies to ensure that all assessments and audits are completed as required.
• Ensure that the project meets all necessary criteria for environmental certifications, from materials sourcing and energy performance to waste management and water efficiency.

• Oversee the creation and maintenance of all documentation required for certification, including energy performance reports, waste management plans, water conservation records, and sustainability assessments.
• Track compliance with sustainability regulations and certification standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and submit all necessary reports, data, and certifications for audits and inspections by environmental bodies.

• Work closely with project managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers to ensure that the project's environmental goals are met.
• Provide guidance and support to teams on meeting environmental certification requirements, including training and resources on best practices for sustainable design and construction.
• Facilitate communication between internal teams and external certification bodies to resolve any issues that arise during the certification process.

• Monitor the ongoing sustainability performance of the project to ensure that the goals for environmental certification are being met.
• Conduct periodic reviews of the project's progress toward certification, identifying any gaps or areas where additional efforts are required.
• Implement corrective actions when necessary to ensure that the project stays on track to meet its environmental certification targets.

• Identify and mitigate risks related to certification compliance, including potential delays, non‑compliance issues, or changes in environmental regulations.
• Develop contingency plans to address any issues that could impact the ability to achieve or maintain environmental certifications.

• Provide regular updates to the Sustainability Manager and project stakeholders on the status of environmental certifications.
• Report on the project's progress toward meeting environmental performance goals and certification standards.
• Prepare detailed sustainability and certification reports for clients, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders.

• Stay informed about the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in environmental certification and sustainability.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in the project’s approach to sustainability and certification.
• Recommend updates or improvements to the certification strategy as new certifications or industry standards emerge.

• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple…