Construction Environment Advisor

Irwin & Colton; Morley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK infrastructure firm is seeking a Construction Environmental Advisor for a major infrastructure programme in Derbyshire. This role focuses on environmental assurance and governance within construction activities, requiring candidates to hold valid Security Clearance (SC). Ideal applicants will have strong environmental knowledge and experience in regulated sectors. The position offers a chance to contribute to significant site transformation and investment.

Qualifications

• SC cleared or eligible for clearance.
• Experience in construction, civils, infrastructure, utilities, nuclear, or defence.
• Able to challenge and hold Principal Contractors to account.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day environmental assurance across active construction sites.
• Ensure Principal Contractor meets all environmental obligations.
• Oversee environmental controls relating to ground investigation results.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of current environmental legislation

Experience as an Environmental Advisor

Strong communication and influencing skills

Education

Relevant environmental qualification (e.g. IEMA)

Job description

Construction Environmental Advisor - Major Infrastructure Programme

Location: Derbyshire

Duration: Initial 6 months (likely extension)

Start: ASAP (SC clearance required)

IR35: Outside

Working Pattern: 5 days per week on site

Overview

We're recruiting an Environmental Advisor to join a high-profile, long-term infrastructure programme in Derbyshire. This is a client-side role focused on environmental assurance, governance, and holding the Principal Contractor to account across a range of major construction activities. The position requires strong technical environmental competence within construction, infrastructure, and regulated environments.

Candidates must hold valid Security Clearance (SC) in line with United Kingdom Security Vetting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day environmental assurance across active construction sites
• Ensure the Principal Contractor meets all environmental obligations, permits, and reporting requirements
• Review and challenge waste management plans, transfer documentation, and permitting submissions
• Oversee environmental controls relating to ground investigation results, contaminated land, asbestos in soils, and materials movement
• Support compliance with the client's environmental management strategy and legal requirements
• Attend site meetings, audits, and inspections with contractors and internal stakeholders

Candidate Profile

• SC-cleared or eligible for clearance
• Experience as an Environmental Advisor within construction, civils, infrastructure, utilities, nuclear, defence or other regulated sectors
• Strong working knowledge of current environmental legislation, permitting, waste management, and contaminated land
• Able to confidently challenge and hold Principal Contractors to account
• Strong communication and influencing skills in a client-facing environment
• Relevant environmental qualification (e.g. IEMA, degree in environmental discipline, or equivalent experience)

This is an excellent opportunity to join a major site undergoing significant investment and transformation. If the role is of interest, please contact Tom Hewat on or (phone number removed).

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