Environmental Advisor – Construction & Energy Infra

Paxton Personnel Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Health screening

Enhanced sick pay

Maternity/paternity benefits

Professional development

Discounts / perks

Job summary

Paxton Personnel Ltd is seeking an experienced Environmental Advisor to support major energy infrastructure projects in Scotland. The role focuses on environmental compliance, sustainability, and best practice across construction sites.

You will work with site teams, project management, and environmental specialists to ensure works are carried out safely, responsibly, and in line with legislation, permits, and planning conditions. Experience in energy projects is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental legislation and its application to construction projects.
• Experience in environmental risk assessments and mitigation measures.
• Understanding of Biodiversity Net Gain and ISO 14001 EMS.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote environmental best practice and sustainability across construction projects.
• Carry out regular site inspections to ensure compliance with environmental legislation and company policies.
• Identify environmental risks and recommend mitigation measures.
• Support environmental incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Monitor environmental performance, maintain records and prepare reports.
• Assist with development and implementation of environmental improvement initiatives.
• Provide environmental advice to site teams, contractors and project management.
• Identify and coordinate environmental permits, licences and exemptions.
• Support compliance with environmental management plans and project requirements.
• Liaise with environmental specialists and stakeholders.
• Maintain environmental documentation and records.
• Work with the Health, Safety and Environmental team to drive improvement.

Skills

Environmental legislation

Environmental risk assessments

Sustainability

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Site inspections

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Paxton Personnel Ltd is seeking an experienced Environmental Advisor to support major energy infrastructure projects in Scotland. The role focuses on environmental compliance, sustainability, and best practice across construction sites.

You will work with site teams, project management, and environmental specialists to ensure works are carried out safely, responsibly, and in line with legislation, permits, and planning conditions. Experience in energy projects is advantageous.