Environmental Consultant

ZipRecruiter; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK contractor in the water sector seeks an experienced Environment & Sustainability Advisor in Peterborough. You will provide specialist environmental advice, ensure legislative compliance, and champion sustainable practices across major infrastructure projects within the organization. This role offers hybrid working options and represents an opportunity to drive real change in sustainable infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in environmental management within construction or infrastructure.
• Broad understanding of environmental areas: Contaminated land, Waste management, Ecology and archaeology.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical environmental support and review project documentation.
• Promote and implement sustainable construction practices.
• Engage with regulators and external stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in an environmental or related discipline

Job description

Job Description

Environment & Sustainability Advisor

Function: SHEQ

Location: Peterborough (Hybrid Working Available)

Contract Type: Permanent

Alexander Associates are working with a leading UK contractor in the water sector to recruit an experienced Environment & Sustainability Advisor. This is a permanent opportunity based in Peterborough, with hybrid working options available.

The organisation is a key player in delivering innovative, sustainable infrastructure solutions across major UK water frameworks, including long-term collaborative alliances. Known for its strong values, inclusive culture, and environmental focus, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business driving real change in the sector.

The Role

As Environment & Sustainability Advisor, you’ll support major infrastructure projects within a well-established alliance. Reporting to the SHEA Manager, you’ll provide specialist environmental advice, ensure compliance with legislation, and champion sustainable practices across design and delivery teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical environmental support and review project documentation
• Promote and implement sustainable construction practices
• Engage with regulators and external stakeholders on environmental matters
• Contribute to pre-construction planning and risk assessments
• Monitor changes in environmental legislation and support compliance across teams
• Manage environmental non-conformances and support internal reviews
• Represent the organisation in environmental working groups and forums
• Support alignment with the Alliance Management System (AMS)

About You

• Degree in an environmental or related discipline
• Proven experience in environmental management within construction or infrastructure
• Broad understanding of environmental areas, such as:

Contaminated land / Waste management / Ecology and archaeology / Soil testing / Carbon and sustainability / Social value and statutory nuisance / Incident investigation

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience working in collaborative or framework environments