Manager / Assistant Manager - Industry Development (Environment & Sustainability)

1. a recognized degree, preferably with post-graduate and/or professional qualifications in environmental engineering, environmental management/science, buildings and construction, ESG/sustainability or related disciplines;
2. a minimum of 12 years relevant experience (8 years for Assistant Manager level), with substantial post-qualification experience gained from government, property developers, contractors, consultants or statutory bodies, and a proven track record in sustainability, carbon neutrality, ESG and green building projects;
3. strong knowledge of sustainability and environmental management, including carbon assessment, green construction, green finance, green technology, ESG standards and disclosure requirements (e.g. HKEX ESG Reporting Code, IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards and GRI Standards), with IT competency being an advantage;
4. ability to develop and implement sustainability strategies and action plans, manage projects independently, and translate ESG and carbon-related data into actionable management insights with quality and timely delivery;
5. experience in ESG and carbon data management, including digitalisation of data collection, validation, analysis and reporting processes, as well as green building certification or environmental assessment projects professional qualifications such as BEAM Pro or LEED AP are preferred;
6. strong stakeholder engagement and networking capabilities, with the ability to build effective working relationships with government authorities, industry practitioners and other stakeholders to promote environmental and sustainability best practices;
7. excellent organisational, interpersonal, leadership and communication skills proactive, responsible, able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, with excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese.

(Applicants who do not possess the required qualifications and / or experience may be considered for other positions within the organisation.)

1. to support Senior Manager in promoting and driving environmental protection and sustainable development in the construction industry, with a view to reducing carbon emissions and attaining carbon neutrality before 2050
2. to liaise with government departments and industry stakeholders, and co-ordinate research on green construction technologies and the latest developments in environmental protection and sustainability, with a view to encouraging the adoption of innovative technologies, standards and market practices in the construction industry
3. to manage projects under the department including carbon neutrality for the industry, CIC Sustainable Finance Certification Scheme, CIC Carbon Assessment Tool, corporate sustainability and other R&D projects
4. to organise the Global Construction Sustainability Forum, CIC Sustainable Construction Award, conferences and other industry events
5. to develop ideas and organise programmes to enhance the environmental and sustainability performance of the construction industry, including (a) industry collaboration and benchmarking, (b) promotion and publicity, (c) education and training, and (d) big data collection and carbon emission analytics
6. to speak and participate in activities on behalf of CIC to promote CIC's sustainability initiatives
7. to provide secretarial support to the Committee on Environment of CIC and its working groups, and to implement the decisions and recommendations of the Committee and
8. to carry out any other duties as assigned from time to time by the Executive Director.

The position is on a renewable fixed-term contract (subject to performance and operational needs) for a period of 2 years.

Please click the below Apply Online to complete the application form and upload the updated curriculum vitae, the results of English and Chinese Language obtained in public examinations, current and expected salary together with a covering letter stating one's suitability for the job on or before6October 2026.

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