Environmental Advisor — Construction Sustainability & Net Zero

Irwin & Colton Limited; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Bonus and benefits

Job summary

Irwin & Colton Limited is seeking an Environment Advisor in High Wycombe to join a major construction project. The role focuses on owning environmental management and sustainability initiatives, working with project teams, clients and the wider Environmental and Sustainability function.

Responsibilities include site inspections, monitoring KPIs, and advising on carbon reduction, waste management and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree in environment or sustainability field; professional body membership preferred.
• Experience in construction or related sectors with environment/sustainability focus.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 and BREEAM.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular site inspections and environmental monitoring against KPIs.
• Support carbon reduction, waste management, and net zero initiatives.
• Provide guidance on environmental compliance, permits, licences, and risk management.
• Support training, reporting and project documentation with project teams and clients.
• Collaborate with the Environmental and Sustainability function.

Skills

Environmental experience

Stakeholder liaison

Environmental compliance

Carbon reduction initiatives

Education

Degree in environment or sustainability

IEMA/CIEEM/CIWEM membership (preferred)

Tools

Environmental monitoring systems

Job description

Irwin & Colton Limited is seeking an Environment Advisor in High Wycombe to join a major construction project. The role focuses on owning environmental management and sustainability initiatives, working with project teams, clients and the wider Environmental and Sustainability function.

Responsibilities include site inspections, monitoring KPIs, and advising on carbon reduction, waste management and regulatory compliance.