Environmental Advisor

Safety Talent; Caddington; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Environmental Advisor for a role in the construction sector. This position, offering a salary of up to £70,000, involves ensuring compliance with environmental regulations across construction projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in environmental roles within construction and hold relevant qualifications. Strong internal team support and a company car are part of the offer.

Benefits

Company car

Strong internal support

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Background in environmental roles within construction or civil engineering.
• Experience preparing environmental reports.
• Professional membership in environmental organizations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide site-based environmental support across construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Lead preparation of environmental reports and monitoring plans.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Report preparation

Stakeholder liaison

Construction best practices

Education

Qualifications in Environmental Science or Management

Job description

Overview

Environmental Advisor - Construction Sector

Location: Luton (office and site mix)

Salary: Up to £70,000 + car

We're working with a construction business that's looking to strengthen its Environmental & Sustainability capabilities with an experienced Environmental Advisor. This role will see you supporting a range of construction projects, ensuring all environmental responsibilities are not just met, but delivered to a high standard.

Key responsibilities

• Provide site-based environmental support across live construction projects
• Ensure compliance with relevant consents, permits, and environmental regulations
• Lead on the preparation of quarterly environmental reports and site monitoring plans
• Review site activities and ensure alignment with environmental and sustainability objectives
• Work closely with delivery teams to embed environmental best practices across temporary works, materials management, and waste controls
• Liaise with regulators, stakeholders, and consultants to maintain consistent, high-quality compliance

What we're looking for

• Background in environmental roles within construction, infrastructure, or civil engineering projects
• Experience preparing environmental reports and contributing to planning or permitting processes
• Qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or a related field
• Professional membership or working towards (e.g. IEMA, CEnv) is desirable

What's on offer

• Salary up to £70,000
• Company car
• Strong internal support from an established team