Energy & Sustainability Manager (0600)

About Sage Homes

Sage Homes is an innovative Blackstone and Regis business addressing the housing crisis in England by making good homes affordable for people across the country who need them.

Since 2017 we have delivered around 12,000 new homes across affordable rent, shared ownership and social rent for individuals and families. In 2021 Sage Homes became the largest provider of new affordable housing in England, and by 2030 we have committed to deliver 30,000 high-quality affordable homes across the country.

We have invested more than £3 billion into high-quality affordable housing. Our entrepreneurial spirit combined with our technical expertise has got us to where we are today and will enable future sustainable growth.

About the role:

This is an exciting new opportunity to be part of a fast paced/growing business. We are looking for an Energy and Environmental Manager to join our team on a full time basis, reporting into the Senior ESG manager. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in energy utility management, building performance and corporate environmental management.

You will drive sustainable improvements, building out the solar platform and assist in developing the Sage transition to net zero in the most cost effective and sustainable way.

The role is based in our London office with hybrid working arrangements of 2-3 days in the office and 2-3 days wfh plus travel to homes.

Key duties include:

Create and manage an energy plan for Sage Homes, ensuring optimal use and cost efficiency.
Monitor utility energy use, forecast expenses, and collaborate with Accounts Payable for financial oversight.
Analyse energy and water data to find savings opportunities and track communal energy efficiency and anomalies.
Implement environmental policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with legislation and managing disclosures (SECR, ESOS, GRESB, SHS).
Oversee supply chain environmental reporting and legislative compliance, integrating new laws into procedures.
Report monthly to Senior Leadership on ESG target progress, tracking metrics like cost savings, CO2 emissions, and water usage.
Work with ESG and asset management teams to prioritise and execute energy projects, operational changes, and technology upgrades for Net Zero, including solar and EV technology deployment.

About you

Essential:

Strong knowledge of ISO 14001 environmental standards and ISO 50001 Energy Management standards
Advanced, in-depth knowledge of sustainability and energy principles and concepts, particularly related to the built environment
Experience in managing energy strategies within the built environment and utility management
Adaptable communication skills to build/maintain relationships with internal/external stakeholders
Access to own vehicle for business travel (mileage covered)

Desirable:

Knowledge of communal/ district and residential energy systems.
Member of relevant environmental industry body e.g. IEMA
Relevant experience working in a similar industry e.g. housing, construction/development, energy company, facilities or engineering
Experience in corporate and supply chain environmental management

Qualifications

A Certified Energy Manager (CEM) qualification is highly desirable.

We are committed to ensuring you have the best career here at Sage. As well as regular support and guidance from your manager you can expect to receive a variety of learning and development opportunities to support you as you grow within our business. This includes internally and externally delivered development programmes and opportunities to study for professional accreditations and qualifications

About the culture

We truly care about the outcomes we deliver; creating safe and environmentally friendly places for people to flourish. And we're curious, passionate and inventive in the way we create social change.

Sage is a fast-paced and supportive environment where ambitious and proactive employees thrive. People are empowered to use their pioneering efforts to grow themselves and our business.

We are proudly committed to creating an inclusive workplace, where the diversity of our people and their ideas are truly valued and we love to see applicants from diverse backgrounds and different walks of life.

Energy and Sustainability Manager