Environmental Advisor

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an Environmental Advisor to drive sustainability practices across various projects. This role involves compliance management, site inspections, and working with diverse teams to enhance environmental standards. Candidates should have a degree in Environmental Science or a related area, along with a minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in environmental advisory/management in construction.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001 and current UK environmental legislation.
• IEMA membership desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain Environmental Management Systems (EMS) aligned with ISO 14001.
• Conduct thorough site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Assist in managing environmental monitoring tools and pollution prevention.

Skills

Environmental Compliance

Communication

Risk Assessment

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or Sustainable Development

Tools

MS Word

Excel

ArcGIS

Job description

Job Description

Environmental Advisor

Based in Leeds, Manchester, or Sheffield

Permanent Position

Shirley Parsons is partnering with a leading construction company operating across the Midlands & North region (Leeds and surrounding areas), is seeking an Environmental Advisor to join their team. If you’re passionate about driving environmental performance in a fast-paced construction environment, this is your chance to shape and maintain best-in-class sustainability practices across major projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion Environmental Compliance – Support and maintain Environmental Management Systems (EMS) aligned with ISO 14001, ensuring projects consistently meet compliance and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead Site Inspections & Audits – Conduct thorough site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify environmental risks and opportunities for meaningful improvements.
• Support Monitoring & Prevention – Assist in setting up and managing environmental monitoring tools and pollution prevention measures to minimise environmental impact.
• Inspire & Educate – Work with HSEA and Sustainability teams to deliver training and awareness initiatives that empower project teams to embed environmental best practices.
• Collaborate for Compliance & Progress – Liaise effectively with project teams, regulatory bodies, and clients to promote clear communication and forward-thinking environmental solutions.

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainable Development or related discipline (IEMA membership desirable)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an environmental advisory/management role, ideally in construction
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001 and current UK environmental legislation
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence multi-disciplinary teams
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel (ArcGIS experience a plus)

Why Join Us?

You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering sustainable infrastructure projects, working alongside dedicated environmental and sustainability professionals. We offer ongoing professional development, a supportive team culture, and the opportunity to make a tangible difference to our environmental footprint.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!