Managing Consultant – Environmental Construction Manager

Jobtailor

Glasgow

On-site

GBP 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor is recruiting for a Lead Construction Environmental Manager to oversee on-site environmental delivery on major infrastructure and energy projects in the UK. You will act as the primary environmental representative on-site, advising construction teams and project managers to ensure compliance with permits and management plans.

The role requires experience in construction environmental management, a related degree, and strong knowledge of environmental legislation, with a focus on

Qualifications

Experience in construction environmental management and regulatory compliance.
Degree or equivalent in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Geography, Ecology or related discipline.
Experience leading environmental management during major infrastructure projects.
Strong understanding of environmental legislation and management systems.
Experience implementing and monitoring Construction Environmental Management Plans and controls.
Knowledge of Environmental Impact Assessment commitments and mitigation.
Experience with audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
Understanding of pollution prevention, biodiversity, water quality, noise, air quality, waste.
Collaboration with contractors, project teams, and regulators is essential.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Lead on-site environmental management for major infrastructure projects.
Advise construction teams, contractors, and project management on environmental matters.
Ensure compliance with permits, licences, and management plans.
Implement and manage Construction Environmental Management Plans and site-specific plans.
Monitor commitments, mitigation measures, and legal obligations; conduct audits and inspections.
Investigate incidents and non-conformances; maintain records and documentation.
Manage risks around protected species, water quality, biodiversity, pollution, and waste.
Deliver inductions, toolbox talks, and awareness sessions; mentor junior staff.
Prepare reports, dashboards, and updates; support regulator inspections and client audits.
Support business development and proposals with environmental content.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Mentoring

Project environmental delivery

Education

Environmental Management / related degree

Tools

EMS / Environmental Management Systems

Environmental Management Plans

ISO 14001 knowledge

Job description

Lead Construction Environmental Manager services on major infrastructure and energy projects during construction
Act as the primary environmental representative on-site
Advise and support construction teams, contractors, and project management personnel
Ensure construction complies with consent conditions, permits, licences, approved management plans, and project commitments
Implement and manage Construction Environmental Management Plans and topic-specific environmental management plans
Monitor environmental commitments, mitigation measures, and legal obligations
Conduct site inspections, compliance audits, and environmental monitoring
Investigate environmental incidents, non-conformances, complaints, and near misses
Maintain environmental compliance records and documentation
Manage risks involving protected species, water quality, waste, pollution, noise, air quality, and biodiversity
Deliver environmental inductions, toolbox talks, and awareness sessions
Coordinate monitoring programmes and mitigation and enhancement measures
Liaise with clients, contractors, specialists, regulators, and other stakeholders
Prepare compliance reports, performance dashboards, audit findings, and management updates
Support regulator inspections, client audits, and independent compliance reviews
Mentor junior environmental professionals
Contribute to business development and proposal preparation

Requirements

Experience in construction environmental management, environmental compliance, environmental advisory, or project environmental delivery within the UK infrastructure sector
Degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Geography, Ecology, Engineering, or a related discipline
Experience supporting or leading environmental management during construction of major infrastructure projects
Strong understanding of environmental legislation, regulatory compliance, and environmental management systems
Experience implementing and monitoring Construction Environmental Management Plans and environmental controls
Knowledge of Environmental Impact Assessment commitments and practical mitigation and monitoring implementation
Experience with environmental audits, inspections, compliance assessments, and incident investigations
Understanding of pollution prevention, ecology, biodiversity, water quality, waste, noise, air quality, and protected species management
Experience collaborating with contractors, construction managers, engineers, project managers, and environmental specialists
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel and work on project sites
Experience in transmission and distribution, renewable energy, hydrogen, or other major infrastructure projects preferred
Professional membership of IEMA, CIWEM, CIEEM, CEnv, or equivalent desirable
Internal or Lead Auditor qualification desirable
Knowledge of ISO 14001 desirable
Experience with regulatory inspections and relevant UK authorities desirable
Line management, mentoring, or supervisory experience desirable
Experience in principal contractor or EPC contractor environments desirable

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Construction Environmental Management, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation and regulations while effectively managing environmental risks and stakeholder relationships. Proficient in implementing and monitoring Environmental Management Plans and conducting audits and inspections to uphold environmental standards.

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