Environmental Manger

Talantir; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Benefits

Job summary

Talantir is seeking an experienced Environmental Manager to join a major infrastructure project in the Midlands. You will lead environmental compliance and performance across the works, ensuring the project meets all environmental, planning and contractual obligations while supporting operational teams to deliver safely and efficiently.

The role focuses on implementing the Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP), coordinating audits, and guiding on earthworks, water management, waste,

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Management or equivalent.
• IEMA Practitioner or working towards is desirable.
• Proven experience in environmental management on civil/infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) implementation.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, permits and planning conditions.
• Act as main point of contact for client and regulatory bodies.
• Oversee environmental audits, inspections and reporting.
• Provide guidance on earthworks, water management, waste, ecology, noise, air quality and contamination.
• Review RAMS/method statements from an environmental perspective.
• Mentor Environmental Advisors on site.
• Drive sustainability initiatives and promote best practice.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Regulator liaison

Client liaison

Environmental compliance

Education

Degree in Environmental Management

IEMA Practitioner (or working towards)

Job description

Environmental Manager - Major Infrastructure Project

Midlands

Civil Engineering / Infrastructure

Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + BenefitsWe're recruiting for an experienced Environmental Manager to join a major infrastructure project in the Midlands. This is a key role on a high-profile civil engineering scheme, leading environmental compliance and performance across complex works.You'll ensure the project meets all environmental, planning and contractual obligations while supporting operational teams to deliver safely, efficiently and in line with client requirements.

The Role

• Lead implementation of the Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP)
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, permits and planning conditions
• Act as main point of contact for the client and regulatory bodies
• Oversee environmental audits, inspections and reporting
• Provide guidance on earthworks, water management, waste, ecology, noise, air quality and contamination
• Review RAMS and method statements from an environmental perspective
• Manage and mentor Environmental Advisors on site
• Drive sustainability initiatives and promote environmental best practice across the project

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as an Environmental Manager within civil engineering or major infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of UK environmental legislation and regulatory requirements
• Experience working for Tier 1 contractors or on large, multi-disciplinary projects
• Confident engaging with clients, regulators and senior project teams
• Degree qualified in Environmental Management (or similar discipline)
• IEMA Practitioner or above (or working towards)

Desired Skills and Experience

• Degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
• Chartered or working towards CEnv / IEMA Practitioner or above.
• Proven experience as Environmental Manager on major infrastructure or civil engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK environmental legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience working within Tier 1 contractor environments.
• Demonstrable experience managing environmental teams on complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills.