Hybrid Environmental Advisor - Water Infrastructure (Scotland)

Principal People; Dundee; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £50,000

Car allowance £5,000

Pension scheme

Private Medical

CPD & progression

Annual leave + holidays

Job summary

Principal People are recruiting an Environmental Advisor to support a long-term water framework across Scotland. Hybrid role across multiple infrastructure projects with a focus on practical site support, environmental compliance, and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will have an Environmental Qualification or related degree, strong communication skills, and experience in construction or civils. The role offers long-term secured work, a competitive package including a car allowance,

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or qualification in environmental science or related field.
• Experience in environmental management within construction, utilities or civils.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation, EMS (ISO 14001) and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Provide environmental compliance support across live projects.
• Support the implementation of environmental and HS&E strategy across the framework.
• Work closely with operational teams to promote a positive environmental culture.
• Conduct environmental inspections, audits, and ISO 14001 compliance reviews.
• Manage environmental risks and supporting mitigation measures across projects.
• Support waste management compliance and environmental performance monitoring.
• Liaise with regulators, environmental authorities, clients, and supply chain partners.
• Investigate environmental incidents and non-conformities, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
• Deliver environmental training, awareness sessions, and best practice guidance.
• Producing environmental reports and supporting continual improvement initiatives across the framework.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Environmental compliance

Education

Environmental qualification or related degree

Job description

Principal People are recruiting an Environmental Advisor to support a long-term water framework across Scotland. Hybrid role across multiple infrastructure projects with a focus on practical site support, environmental compliance, and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will have an Environmental Qualification or related degree, strong communication skills, and experience in construction or civils. The role offers long-term secured work, a competitive package including a car allowance,