Environmental Advisor

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Sustainability Advisor to join their dynamic team in Yorkshire. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile power projects, driving sustainability initiatives and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. As a key player in delivering sustainability objectives, you will collaborate with various teams, providing guidance and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. This position promises strong career development potential, allowing you to make a significant impact in the construction industry while championing environmental responsibility.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in environmental management within construction.
• Familiarity with environmental legislation and ecology.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on environmental issues to operational teams.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation on-site.

Skills

Environmental Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Proactive Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Environmental Sustainability Advisor

Shirley Parsons is partnering with a leading construction company, offering an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Sustainability Advisor to join their team. This role is based in Yorkshire and will support one of the UK’s most high-profile power projects. If you're passionate about environmental sustainability and ready to make a real impact, this opportunity is for you.

Why This Role?

As an Environmental Sustainability Advisor, you will play a key part in delivering environmental and sustainability objectives across large-scale infrastructure projects. You’ll work closely with teams both on-site and in the office, ensuring compliance with environmental standards while contributing to long-term sustainability goals. With strong career development potential, this is your chance to grow within a rapidly expanding organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Environmental Support: Provide expert advice and guidance to operational teams on environmental issues.
2. Environmental Management: Develop and maintain local environmental management and sustainability plans.
3. Compliance & Coaching: Ensure on-site compliance with environmental legislation while coaching teams on controls and mitigation measures.
4. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators, clients, and subcontractors.
5. Incident Reporting: Investigate and report environmental incidents to the Environment & Sustainability Project Partner, ensuring proper actions are taken.

What We’re Looking For:

1. Experience: Proven experience in environmental management, ideally within the construction or related sectors. Familiarity with environmental legislation, ecology, and archaeology mitigation is desired.
2. Proactive & Results-Driven: A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can handle challenges while delivering tangible environmental benefits.
3. Confident Communicator: Excellent communication skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels, advising on environmental strategy and best practices.
4. Willingness to Learn: A growth-minded individual looking to challenge themselves in a fast-paced environment, offering excellent development and career opportunities.

Why Apply?

This is your chance to work on high-impact projects, driving the sustainability agenda within the construction industry. You’ll have the autonomy to lead environmental initiatives and make a lasting difference, all while being part of an organisation committed to innovation and reducing environmental impacts.