VP Sustainability

Lehigh Hanson is seeking a VP Sustainability to shape and implement the company's sustainability strategy towards a net zero carbon future. This senior leadership role involves integrating sustainability into business operations, collaborating with various departments, driving innovation in sustainable practices, and overseeing reclamation activities. The VP will also ensure compliance with regulations, develop policies for environmental stewardship, and represent the company in industry roles. The position is based in Irving, TX.
About the position

The VP Sustainability will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing our sustainability strategy across the organization towards a net zero carbon future. This senior leadership position is responsible for driving the integration of sustainability principles into our business operations, ensuring alignment with our corporate values, stakeholder expectations, and regulatory requirements. The VP Sustainability will work closely with the NAM ExCom, Region leaders, and various departments to develop and execute initiatives that enhance our performance and create long-term value. This position reports directly to the CEO for North America with a dotted line to the global Managing Board member for Sustainability & New Technologies. Key Responsibilities include developing and implementing a comprehensive strategic plan that aligns with the company's vision and goals, providing strategic guidance to the executive team on sustainability-related matters, and collaborating with various departments, including Operations, Legal, HR, Finance, and Communications, to embed sustainability considerations into business processes and decision-making. The role also involves driving innovation in sustainable practices and initiatives that reduce environmental impact, improving commercialization of sustainable products, and providing leadership for unlocking new technologies. Additionally, the VP Sustainability will provide leadership and effective oversight of reclamation activities at non-operational sites across the country to mitigate environmental risk, ensure maximum value creation and long-term sustainable use of key HM land holdings, and lead the development and implementation of policies and practices that promote sustainability, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility. The position also includes overseeing the preparation and publication of the company's sustainability reporting, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and compliance with global standards.

Responsibilities
• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan that aligns with the company's vision and goals.
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• Provide strategic guidance to the executive team on sustainability-related matters.
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• Collaborate with various departments, including Operations, Legal, HR, Finance, and Communications, to embed sustainability considerations into business processes and decision-making.
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• Drive innovation in sustainable practices and initiatives that reduce environmental impact and improve commercialization of sustainable products.
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• Provide leadership for unlocking new technologies.
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• Provide leadership and effective oversight of reclamation activities at non-operational sites across the country to mitigate environmental risk.
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• Ensure maximum value creation and long-term sustainable use of key HM land holdings.
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• Lead the development and implementation of policies and practices that promote sustainability, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility.
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• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
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• Support large acquisition and disposal activities.
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• Represent the company in industry leadership roles and oversee company representation across product lines on codes and standards associations.
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• Foster a culture of sustainability within the organization by providing training and development programs for employees at all levels.
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• Oversee the preparation and publication of the company's sustainability reporting, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and compliance with global standards.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, sustainability, or a related field.
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• Master's degree or relevant certification is preferred.
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• A minimum of 10 years of experience in ESG, sustainability, corporate responsibility, or a related field, with at least 5 years in an executive leadership role.
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• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful ESG strategies and programs.
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• Strong understanding of relevant reporting frameworks, regulations, and best practices.
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• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
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• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and drive organizational change.
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• Thought leadership in sustainability and a commitment to making a positive impact.

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