Environmental Specialist – Water & Wastewater Projects

Mott Macdonald; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and build firm in the UK is seeking an Environmental Specialist to join their environment team. The role involves identifying environmental risks and developing mitigation measures throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should be chartered or working towards chartership, possess a strong understanding of environmental disciplines, and have excellent planning and communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to sustainability initiatives in major water and wastewater projects.

Qualifications

• Chartered with a relevant professional body or actively working towards chartership.
• Understanding of environmental disciplines and project risks.
• Knowledge of the planning process and experience with permits.

Responsibilities

• Identify environmental risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop mitigation measures for identified risks.
• Plan and coordinate project environmental specialist inputs.
• Produce environmental deliverables at project milestones.
• Prepare applications for environmental permits.
• Lead liaison with environmental regulators.
• Contribute to environmental improvement projects.
• Assist in the production and delivery of training.

Skills

Chartered with a relevant professional body

Understanding of environmental disciplines

Knowledge of the planning process

High level of planning and organization skills

Experience with sustainability initiatives

Strong communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Ability to manage time effectively

Education

Chartered membership or working towards chartership

Job description

A leading design and build firm in the UK is seeking an Environmental Specialist to join their environment team. The role involves identifying environmental risks and developing mitigation measures throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should be chartered or working towards chartership, possess a strong understanding of environmental disciplines, and have excellent planning and communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to sustainability initiatives in major water and wastewater projects.