Environmental Advisor

Principal People Recruitment; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or £5,000 car allowance +

Pension scheme up to 13%

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Ongoing CPD and progression

Long-term secured projects

Job summary

Principal People Recruitment is recruiting an Environmental Advisor to support major infrastructure projects across the Thames Valley on a hybrid basis.

You will provide practical environmental guidance to site teams, assist with strategies and management systems, and drive continuous improvement across projects within the framework.

Qualifications

• Relevant environmental qualifications and experience in construction, infrastructure or utilities.
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation, compliance and management systems.
• Good communication skills to engage with operational teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical environmental advice to site and operational teams across the Thames Valley framework.
• Support the implementation of environmental strategies, policies and management systems.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and compliance reviews.
• Investigate environmental incidents, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor environmental performance and drive continuous improvement across projects.
• Support subcontractors and supply chain partners in meeting environmental requirements.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Environmental qualification/degree (ISEP or equivalent)

Job description

Environmental Advisor up to £50,000 + Package - Infrastructure Thames Valley Hybrid

Are you an Environmental Advisor looking for an opportunity to make a real impact on major infrastructure projects while developing your career with an established contractor?

Principal People are working with a leading infrastructure contractor, recognised for its commitment to employee development and career progression, to recruit an Environmental Advisor supporting projects across the Thames Valley on a hybrid basis.

Working alongside an experienced and supportive environmental team, you will play a key role in ensuring environmental compliance, driving improvements in standards and embedding best practices across projects.

What's in it for you?

• Salary up to £50,000
• Company Car or £5,000 Car Allowance + Mileage
• PensionScheme up to 13%
• 28 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• Private Medical Insurance, with the option to add family members
• Ongoing CPD, training and progression opportunities
• Long-term secured projects across the water and infrastructure sector

What will you be doing?

• Providing practical environmental advice and guidance to site and operational teams across the framework.
• Supporting the implementation of environmental strategies, policies and management systems.
• Conducting site inspections, environmental audits and compliance reviews.
• Investigating environmental incidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Monitoring environmental performance and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supporting subcontractors and supply chain partners in meeting environmental requirements.
• Building effective relationships with project teams, clients and external stakeholders.

What are they looking for?

• A relevant Environmental Qualification (ISEP or Equivalent) or Degree.
• Experience working within construction, infrastructure or utilities sector.
• A good understanding of environmental legislation, compliance and environmental management systems.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage and influence operational teams.
• ISEP Practitioner membership, or working towards it, would be advantageous.

Job Reference: 11628