Caddick Construction

Caddick Construction; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing programme

Birthday leave

Annual leave purchase option

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Ride to work scheme

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Caddick Construction is seeking an experienced Environmental Manager to support the Construction Group Head of Quality, Environment and Sustainability in driving environmental compliance and sustainability across projects and operations.

The role requires extensive experience in construction environmental controls, auditing, and UK waste legislation, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing environmental controls and compliance within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of waste legislation, materials management, and environmental permits, consents and licences.
• Experience working within an ISO 14001-certified management system.
• Knowledge of CL DoWCoP and materials reuse requirements.
• Experience undertaking environmental audits and implementing corrective actions.
• Relevant environmental degree or qualification.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Internal Auditor qualification, CSCS card and CL DoWCoP training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on environmental compliance and sustainability performance across construction sites.
• Support the development, implementation, and continual improvement of the Environmental Management System.
• Conduct environmental audits, inspections, incident investigations, and root cause analysis.
• Provide guidance on environmental legislation, waste management, materials reuse, and sustainability best practice.
• Support pre-construction and tender submissions, including environmental proposals and case studies.
• Review and improve environmental controls, site environmental plans, and reporting processes.
• Prepare environmental performance reports for regional and group-level meetings.
• Support environmental accreditations, audits, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Environmental management

ISO 14001

Waste legislation

CL DoWCoP

Auditing

Communication

Team player

Education

Environmental degree or qualification

Internal Auditor qualification

Full UK driving licence

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Summary

Caddick Construction is a family-owned business renowned for quality, integrity, and innovation in the construction sector. We are seeking an experienced Environmental Manager to support the Construction Group Head of Quality, Environment and Sustainability in driving environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, and continuous improvement across our projects and operations.

At Caddick Construction, we value our people and prioritize collaboration, transparency, and career development. This is an excellent opportunity to become a vital part of our growing team.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor and report on environmental compliance and sustainability performance across construction sites.
• Support the development, implementation, and continual improvement of the Environmental Management System.
• Conduct environmental audits, inspections, incident investigations, and root cause analysis.
• Provide guidance on environmental legislation, waste management, materials reuse, and sustainability best practice.
• Support pre-construction and tender submissions, including environmental proposals and case studies.
• Review and improve environmental controls, site environmental plans, and reporting processes.
• Prepare environmental performance reports for regional and group-level meetings.
• Support environmental accreditations, audits, and compliance requirements.

What We’re Looking For

Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience managing environmental controls and compliance within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of waste legislation, materials management, and environmental permits, consents, and licences.
• Experience working within an ISO 14001-certified management system.
• Knowledge of CL DoWCoP and materials reuse requirements.
• Experience undertaking environmental audits and implementing corrective actions.
• Relevant environmental degree or qualification.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Internal Auditor qualification, CSCS card, and CL DoWCoP training desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Strong communicator and team player.
• Proactive, adaptable, and detail-oriented.
• Strong IT and organisational skills.
• Committed to continuous improvement.

Why Join Caddick Construction?

Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.

Career Growth: As part of a growing organisation, you’ll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.

A People-Centred Approach: We prioritise collaboration, integrity and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Caddick Construction is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Caddick Construction is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.

Caddick Group Benefits

• Health and Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, PSA testing and breast cancer awareness sessions.
• Birthday Day Off: A discretionary day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme: Purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave.
• Caddick Hub: Exclusive discounts on groceries, holidays, technology and entertainment.
• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave.
• Ride to Work Scheme: Tax and NI savings of up to 47% on cycles and accessories.
• Pension: 5% employer pension contribution.
• Continuous Professional Development: Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Private Healthcare & Medicash: Private healthcare scheme (benefit in kind).
• Life Assurance: Death-in-service cover of up to 4x salary, valid up to age 70.