Senior Construction Environmental Leader

Seeds Renewables

Glasgow

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Environmental Resources Management (ERM) in Glasgow is seeking a Managing Consultant – Construction Environmental Manager to lead environmental management on major infrastructure projects during construction. You will act as the on-site environmental lead, ensuring compliance with permits, consent conditions, and project commitments, while guiding teams and regulators.

You will coordinate CEMP activities, perform inspections and audits, and mentor junior professionals while supporting business

Qualifications

Experience in construction environmental management 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 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) and associated environmental controls.
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 environmental topics including pollution prevention, ecology, biodiversity, water quality, waste management, noise, air quality, and protected species management.
Experience working collaboratively with contractors, construction managers, engineers, project managers, and environmental specialists.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic construction environment.
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.