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Crete Mechanical Group (“CMG”) was founded in October 2020 and is one of the largest and fastest growing providers of commercial mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) services in the United States. CMG has existing partner locations in thirteen states and is targeting growth in all geographies. The company creates value by partnering with established local businesses, allowing owner-operators to operate independently while providing resources and assistance to grow revenue and increase profitability.

Crete Mechanical Group, Inc. is seeking a Director of Sustainability to help lead and execute on the company’s strategic objectives related to environmental opportunities across the value chain – from responsible design and sourcing to the impacts created in project installation and service delivery. The role requires a deep understanding of current sustainability challenges in the MEP industry, as well as a strong ability to work in a national corporate environment with multiple cross-functional stakeholders and operating units, as well as department heads and customers to advance Crete’s corporate sustainability practices. This position is remote eligible for well qualified candidates and with some travel.

The candidate will have a demonstrated ability to develop a national program to achieve sustainability goals. Reporting to our Vice President of ESG, this leader will have a highly visible role working closely with leaders of key functional areas – Design & Development, Procurement, Construction Project Management, and Quality/Safety/Compliance. The Director of Sustainability will oversee the implementation of sustainability strategies, relating to the environmental impacts of the work being carried out to ensure that the project or service adheres to the most economically and environmentally friendly methods possible.

Responsible for the development of the company’s sustainability strategy throughout all operations, overseeing sustainability trends research, data, reporting, and organizational oversight.
Participate in the growth and maintenance of various operational sustainability programs focused on health and safety and fleet and service-mix environmental initiatives.
Liaising with sustainability rating agencies and staying abreast of sustainability reporting framework developments and best practices.

What Your Impact Will Be:

Because the function is small and leanly staffed, the responsibilities of this director will include but not be limited to the following activities:

Deliver Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) strategy development and measurable operating footprint improvements that reduce energy and water use, carbon footprint and waste generation and recovery. This would also include internal performance monitoring against corporate operational KPI goals (energy, waste, water).
Partner with operating units and project engagement to identify and incorporate sustainable practices into day-to-day operations. (Design, LEED, etc)
Manage, influence, guide, and build support for sustainability efforts. Build working relationships with key partners across the organization and businesses including the functional support areas such as environmental, health and safety (EHS), operations, supply chain management, human resources, legal, etc.
Partner with Procurement and Compliance to implement a refreshed responsible sourcing and supply chain program aligned with good practice that mitigates company risk; ensure that we have the right approach to monitor for compliance, risk assessment, training, corrective action, and capacity building.
Understand the industry landscape to identify critical competitive needs and actively contribute to shaping sustainability and energy efficiency strategies.
Support Corporate Communications on sustainability/citizenship communications.
Plan, develop and manage the company’s sustainability reports and other disclosures, outlining sustainability-related efforts and results in alignment with broader public disclosure practices
Understand, identify and monitor sustainability issues in the industry that could affect our business and keeps abreast of industry standards, best practices and regulatory trends.
Performs other related activities and provides support as needed.

What We’re Looking For:
5+ years of experience within related disciplines
bachelor’s degree in environmental science, sustainability, construction mgmt/engineering or a related field. Master’s degree a plus.
Experience in developing Energy Efficient solutions, products, and programs in the MEP industry
Strong technical understanding of sustainability, climate change and environmental management and demonstrable experience of providing practical support in embedding sustainability or environmental management within organizations and projects
Knowledge and experience of supporting projects in addressing sustainability challenges and opportunities including any of the following: resource efficiency, environmental and social value creation, life cycle assessment and/or sustainable procurement
Proven experience in strategic development and implementation
Proven leadership experience including influencing direct report and multidisciplinary cross-functional teams
Proven analytical and conceptual skills
Excellent written/verbal, time management and quantitative/analytical skills
Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.
The ability to package information for both technical and non-technical audiences
A focus and desire to work safely.

For immediate consideration please contact Paul Pruitt at 715-808-5712

Crete Mechanical Group is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state of federal law.

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