On‑Site Environmental Leader for Major Infrastructure

Managing Consultant - Environmental Construction Manager (Mid-Senior Level); Glasgow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM seeks an experienced Managing Consultant – Construction Environmental Manager to lead on-site environmental compliance for major infrastructure projects. You will translate environmental commitments into practical construction controls, guiding teams, contractors, and regulators to ensure responsible, compliant delivery.

You will act as the environmental lead on-site, manage CEMPs, monitor obligations, conduct audits, and mentor junior staff, shaping ERM’s approach to sustainable project

Qualifications

• Experience in construction environmental management within the UK infrastructure sector.
• Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Geography, Ecology, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience supporting or leading environmental management activities during construction of major infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation, regulatory compliance requirements, and environmental management systems.
• Experience implementing and monitoring Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs).
• Knowledge of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) commitments and mitigation and monitoring measures during construction.
• Experience undertaking environmental audits, inspections, compliance assessments, and incident investigations.
• Strong understanding of pollution prevention, ecology, biodiversity, water quality, waste management, noise, air quality, and protected species management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel and work on project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Construction Environmental Manager services on major infrastructure and energy projects during construction.
• Act as the primary environmental representative on-site, providing advice and support to construction teams, contractors, and project management personnel.
• Ensure construction activities are undertaken in accordance with consent conditions, environmental permits, licences, approved management plans, and project commitments.
• Support the implementation and management of Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs) and associated topic‑specific environmental management plans.
• Monitor compliance with environmental commitments, mitigation measures, and legal obligations throughout the construction phase.
• Conduct regular site inspections, compliance audits, and environmental monitoring activities to identify risks and drive continual improvement.
• Lead investigations into environmental incidents, non‑conformances, complaints, and near misses, ensuring appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain environmental compliance records and provide clear documentation demonstrating adherence to project requirements.
• Support the management of environmental risks relating to areas such protected species, water quality, waste management, pollution prevention, noise, air quality, and biodiversity.
• Deliver environmental inductions, toolbox talks, and awareness sessions to promote environmental best practice across the project workforce.
• Coordinate environmental monitoring programmes and oversee the implementation of mitigation and enhancement measures.
• Liaise effectively with clients, contractors, environmental specialists, regulators, and other stakeholders regarding environmental performance and compliance.
• Prepare compliance reports, environmental performance dashboards, audit findings, and management updates for project leadership teams and regulators.
• Support regulator inspections, client audits, and independent compliance reviews.
• Mentor and support junior environmental professionals within project teams.
• Contribute to business development activities, proposal preparation, and the continued growth of ERM’s construction environmental management services.

Skills

On-site environmental leadership

Environmental compliance

Stakeholder management

Regulatory liaison

CEMP management

Construction project delivery

Environmental risk assessment

Site inspections & audits

Education

Degree in Environmental Management / Environmental Science / Geography

Job description

ERM seeks an experienced Managing Consultant – Construction Environmental Manager to lead on-site environmental compliance for major infrastructure projects. You will translate environmental commitments into practical construction controls, guiding teams, contractors, and regulators to ensure responsible, compliant delivery.

You will act as the environmental lead on-site, manage CEMPs, monitor obligations, conduct audits, and mentor junior staff, shaping ERM’s approach to sustainable project