Environmental Lead — Hybrid, Two-Site Infra Project

Galliford Try; King's Lynn; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Corporate discounts

Cycle to Work schemes

Comprehensive pension plan

Family leave policy

Save as You Earn scheme

Private medical scheme options

Professional association membership

Job summary

Galliford Try is seeking an Environmental Manager to oversee environmental compliance across two sites in Scotland and East Anglia, with monthly cross-site travel. You will mentor an Environmental Advisor and drive group-wide environmental standards while supporting continual improvement initiatives.

The role requires on-site presence 3-4 days per week with hybrid working options. Candidates should have strong leadership, ISO 14001 expertise, and a track record in construction environments.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in environmental compliance in construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to inspire teams and communicate.
• Experience with digital systems (GIS, Office 365) and ISO 14001 lead auditor.
• Professional membership (IEMA, CIWEM or IES) and relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide environmental input from planning to completion, ensuring standards are met and taking corrective action when necessary.
• Support the implementation of Group and Business Unit Environmental Strategies, developing scheme-specific strategies.
• Drive the environmental agenda, contributing to senior leadership teams and assisting clients with statutory requirements and sustainability objectives (e.g., BREEAM).
• Implement environmental management systems aligned with client needs, company strategy, and legislative requirements.
• Monitor environmental performance and compliance through audits, inspections, and risk assessment reviews.
• Engage with key stakeholders (clients, supply chain, regulatory bodies) throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead or support environmental incident management, liaising with regulatory bodies and delivering training or best practice guidance as needed.
• Assist with onboarding, managing supply chain partners, and supporting environmental management improvement initiatives within Galliford Try

Skills

Environmental compliance

Leadership

Communication

GIS

Office 365

Education

Degree in environmental discipline

Lead Auditor ISO 14001

CEQUAAL/BREEAM training

Professional body membership (IEMA/CIWEM/IES)

Tools

GIS

Office 365

Job description

Galliford Try is seeking an Environmental Manager to oversee environmental compliance across two sites in Scotland and East Anglia, with monthly cross-site travel. You will mentor an Environmental Advisor and drive group-wide environmental standards while supporting continual improvement initiatives.

The role requires on-site presence 3-4 days per week with hybrid working options. Candidates should have strong leadership, ISO 14001 expertise, and a track record in construction environments.