Environmental Manager

Shirley Parsons Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company on a pivotal renewable energy project in East Anglia as an Environmental Manager. In this role, you will ensure compliance with environmental standards, lead sustainable practices on-site, and work collaboratively with engineers and stakeholders to instill environmental thinking into all project decisions.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil engineering, consultancy, or specialist environmental roles.
• Ability to manage environmental responsibilities on complex infrastructure.
• Understanding of how environmental design impacts projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure environmental compliance on site per ISO 14001 standards.
• Monitor environmental factors and implement improvements.
• Develop and maintain the Environmental Management Plan.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Sustainability

Data monitoring

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

IEMA Practitioner or above

Job description

Join an exciting project supporting a major renewable energy transformation project in East Anglia a cornerstone of the UK s journey to Net Zero. As the Environmental Manager, you ll be at the heart of a major substation build in Suffolk, helping shape a greener tomorrow.

What You ll Do:

• Lead with Purpose Take ownership of environmental compliance on–site, ensuring we meet ISO 14001 standards and go beyond the basics to embed sustainability into everything they do.
• Turn Data into Action Monitor environmental factors like water, dust, noise, and waste, and translate your findings into practical improvements that make a real difference.
• Spotlight What Matters Carry out regular site inspections, celebrating great practice and swiftly addressing any issues your insights will help keep the project on track and environmentally sound.
• Own the Plan Develop, maintain, and evolve the Environmental Management Plan, ensuring it s not just a document, but a living, breathing part of the project s success.
• Collaborate to Succeed Work hand–in–hand with engineers, site teams, and stakeholders to embed environmental thinking into every decision and build strong, lasting relationships.

Who We re Looking For:

• Experienced & Ready You ve worked in civil engineering, consultancy, or a specialist environmental role and are confident managing environmental responsibilities on complex infrastructure projects.
• Big Picture Thinker You understand how environmental design impacts people, places, and projects and you know how to balance ambition with practicality.
• Professionally Qualified You re an IEMA Practitioner or above (Chartered is a big plus), and you bring both technical know–how and a passion for sustainability.
• Solutions–Focused You re proactive, calm under pressure, and always looking for smart, effective ways to solve problems and reduce environmental risk.
• Clear Communicator You re great at building trust, influencing others, and making environmental priorities clear and compelling to a wide range of people.

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