Project Sustainability Manager

Are you motivated by turning sustainability commitments into practical action? NKT is/we are looking for a Project Sustainability Manager to manage sustainability delivery across two major transmission projects in Scotland. This is an opportunity to work at the heart of project execution, helping ensure that carbon, social value and environmental requirements are embedded in day-to-day delivery.

What you’ll do

As the sustainability lead for two large Scottish transmission projects, you will:

• Deliver sustainability commitments, ensuring carbon, social value and environmental requirements are translated into practical project actions.
• Develop and maintain Carbon Management Plans and Social Value Plans, and ensure project teams have the right data, tools and governance in place.
• Oversee forecasting, reporting and compliance, providing clear and professional updates to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Enable robust sustainability execution through effective documentation, engagement, and cross-functional coordination.
• Build productive relationships with Project Managers, Installation Managers, Engineering, QHSE, Supply Chain, site teams, clients, auditors and contractors.

What you bring

We’re looking for someone who can effectively lead sustainability delivery within complex infrastructure environments.

Your background may include:

• Experience in project delivery or tendering within energy, utilities, construction, or major infrastructure.
• Knowledge of carbon management, social value, sustainability reporting or compliance frameworks (CSRD/ESRS, EU Taxonomy, LCA, Scope 1–3, circularity, biodiversity).
• Ability to work effectively with both technical and operational stakeholders.
• Demonstrated organisational skills, initiative, ability to manage change, and professional communication.
• A relevant degree, with sustainability expertise as your core area of skill (HSE experience is beneficial but not essential).

Where you’ll work

This role is UK based with a focus on major transmission projects in Scotland.
A hybrid working model is available, with regular travel required to project sites in North of Scotland.

Why join us

At NKT, you will have a unique opportunity to shape sustainability performance not just in reporting, but in real project delivery. You’ll join a supportive team that values new ideas, professional growth and genuine collaboration. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute meaningfully.

Apply

Submit your application via our website by 30 April 2026. Applications are reviewed continuously.

For questions about the role, contact Karma Leyland at Karma.Leyland@nkt.com
For recruitment queries, contact UK.HR@nkt.com

(Please note applications must be submitted via our website for GDPR compliance.)

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About NKT
NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and takes centre stage as the world moves towards green energy. NKT designs, manufactures and installs low-, medium- and high-voltage power cable solutions enabling sustainable energy transmission. Since 1891, NKT has innovated the power cable technology building the infrastructure for the first light bulbs to the megawatts created by renewable energy today. NKT is headquartered in Denmark and employs 6,500 people. NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realised a revenue of EUR 3.6 billion in 2025. We connect a greener world. www.nkt.com