Environmental Advisor

STANTEC; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking an Environmental Adviser / Scientist to support their environmental objectives. This role involves assisting in project delivery, conducting environmental studies, and managing sustainability issues. The ideal candidate should have a degree in a relevant field, along with knowledge of EIAs and data analysis using GIS. Opportunities for career progression and part-time arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• Capable of acting as an Environmental Advisor.
• Knowledge of EIAs and environmental management.
• Experience in analyzing and presenting data using GIS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering project environmental objectives and targets.
• Conduct environmental planning reports and audits.
• Manage environmental and sustainability issues.

Skills

Environmental Management

Environmental Impact Assessment

Data Analysis using GIS

Environmental Management Studies

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Science or Environmental Planning

Job description

Stantec’s Environmental Team is working closely with our clients to develop innovative, sustainable and efficient solutions to their needs by applying genuinely new ways of working. We are looking for driven individuals who think differently and love to challenge conventional thinking to join us in a growing, collaborative team of likeminded engineers working to meet the unprecedented industry-wide efficiency and environmental challenges.

Role Overview

Currently we are seeking an Environmental Adviser / Scientist to join us, ideally in our Taunton office, but we are open to considering applicants from elsewhere in the UK. We will also give consideration to part-time working where a suitable candidate applies for the role. We are excited by the potential growth prospects, and this is a good opportunity to join an ambitious team that will provide you with plenty of scope for career progression in the coming years.

Responsibilities

You will be involved in supporting and assisting in the delivery of project environmental objectives and targets. Primarily, you will be assisting the EIA and environmental management teams by conducting environmental planning reports, EIAs and environmental management studies and audits. Alongside this you will be responsible for managing environmental and sustainability issues.

About You

• Ideally you hold a Bachelor or master’s degree in one of the following Environmental Management, Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Science or Environmental Planning that is accredited by the relevant professional body (CIWEM, IEMA or RTPI).
• You should be able to highlight capability as an Environmental Advisor.
• You have knowledge of EIAs, environmental management studies and audits and are experienced in analysing and presenting data using a geographic information system (GIS).
• General knowledge of ecology, flood risk, town planning or water resources would be beneficial.

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About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Contact

If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [e-mail] we will talk to you about how we can support you.