Construction Environmental & Sustainability Advisor

McConnell Dowell; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

McConnell Dowell in Adelaide is seeking an Environmental and Sustainability Advisor to support a major civil infrastructure project. You will work with construction teams to manage environmental risks, implement controls and ensure compliance with environmental legislation and project requirements.

You’ll monitor environmental performance, contribute to sustainability targets and raise environmental awareness across the site. A relevant degree and 3+ years in construction are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in construction or a related field.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance, risk management and monitoring (noise, dust and vibration).
• Strong communication, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical environmental advice to construction teams, ensuring compliance with project requirements and environmental legislation.
• Monitor construction activities, conduct site inspections and undertake environmental monitoring, including noise, dust and vibration.
• Identify environmental risks, implement controls and support compliance with the Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP).
• Record, report and escalation environmental incidents, impacts and non-compliances.
• Support environmental inductions, training and awareness to promote responsible work practices across the project.
• Assist with sustainability initiatives, monitor performance against targets and contribute to continuous improvement and reporting.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Risk management

Monitoring programs

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management

Job description

McConnell Dowell in Adelaide is seeking an Environmental and Sustainability Advisor to support a major civil infrastructure project. You will work with construction teams to manage environmental risks, implement controls and ensure compliance with environmental legislation and project requirements.

You’ll monitor environmental performance, contribute to sustainability targets and raise environmental awareness across the site. A relevant degree and 3+ years in construction are required.