Climate Resilience and Sustainability Manager

Global engineering consultancy with genuine career growth opportunities
- Industry leading coastal engineering business
- Role based in Singapore

About SJ

Surbana Jurong Group is a diverse collective of problem solvers for the built environment, continually reimagining ways to create a smart and sustainable future.

Headquartered in Singapore, the group has a global talent pool of 16,000 in Surbana Jurong and its member companies AETOS, Atelier Ten, B+H, CHIL, KTP, Prostruct, Robert Bird Group, SAA and SMEC, based in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries. They include architects, designers, planners, engineers, facilities managers and other specialists driven by progressive thinking and creative ideas to shape a better future.

The Role

Our industry leading Coastal Engineering business continues to grow and offers individuals the opportunity to work in a business with a commitment to sustainability and innovation. Our projects cover multi-disciplinary services and provides great opportunity for cross functional collaboration with other sub-sectors. Join our well-established team of specialists across reclamation, coastal adaptation, restoration, coastal protection & resilience, and marine structures and further develop your career with an international consultancy.

We are seeking a talented Climate Resilience and Sustainability Manager to lead strategic initiatives to enhance climate resilience and drive sustainability across Coastal Engineering Management. In this role, you will manage cross-functional teams to implement climate mitigation strategies, develop nature-based solutions, and ensure CEM’s sustainability goals are aligned with evolving climate policies and frameworks. You will act as a bridge between technical expertise and executive leadership to foster innovative, sustainable solutions that future-proof business operations and enhance community and environmental resilience.

Your key responsibilities will include;
- Developing and overseeing the implementation of climate resilience and sustainability plans, integrating Nature-based solutions, green infrastructure, and resource efficiency measures.
- Managing CEM’s sustainability initiatives, ensuring compliance with relevant environmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks, such as the UN SDGs, TCFD, and science-based targets.
- Driving key sustainability projects, including carbon reduction strategies, and biodiversity conservation initiatives.
- Collaborating with internal teams (e.g., operations, supply chain, finance) and external stakeholders (e.g., government agencies, NGOs, investors) to align sustainability efforts with broader organizational objectives.
- Preparing and presenting detailed reports, risk assessments, and sustainability metrics to senior management, board members, and external partners, ensuring transparency and progress toward climate and sustainability goals.
- Monitoring, interpreting, and influencing local and global regulatory developments related to climate change and sustainability.
- Leading, mentoring, and developing a multidisciplinary team of sustainability and climate resilience professionals, fostering innovation and continuous learning
- Organizing training and capacity-building programs to increase climate and sustainability literacy within the organization.
- Overseeing the integration of emerging technologies (e.g., IoT, AI, digital twins) into sustainability initiatives to enhance data-driven decision-making and operational efficiencies.
- Developing budgets and financial strategies to ensure that sustainability and climate resilience projects are adequately funded and aligned with the organization’s financial goals.
- Identifying and pursuing external funding opportunities, grants, and partnerships to support sustainability and resilience initiatives.

You will have/be:

- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental public policy, environmental science and business management, or related field.
- Advanced qualifications in climate resilience, sustainable development, or environmental management are highly desirable.
- Min 8 years of experience in sustainability, climate resilience, or environmental management roles.
- Proven track record in managing sustainability programs and delivering climate resilience strategies within a corporate or government.
- Well-developed leadership skills with experience managing diverse teams and driving change across CEM and business line.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects from concept to completion, meeting deadlines and staying within budget.
- Familiarity with platforms for sustainability reporting, climate modelling, and risk assessment (e.g., GIS, carbon accounting software). Familiarity with digital tools are preferred.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to convey complex climate risks and sustainability strategies to diverse audiences.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to tran