Senior Environmental Advisor

ZipRecruiter; Leiston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading construction company as a Senior Environmental Advisor, leading environmental strategy on a flagship nuclear power project. This role offers the chance to impact sustainability and compliance while working in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental management, ideally within construction.
• Proactive and impact-oriented with a growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of environmental objectives across the project.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and support teams with training.

Skills

Environmental Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Compliance

Communication

Job description

Job Description

Lead the Environmental Strategy on a Flagship UK Construction Project

Shirley Parsons is proud to be partnering with a leading construction company to support the environmental delivery of one of their most high-profile projects, based in East Suffolk. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the Environmental agenda on a nationally significant development, supporting the construction of a major UK Nuclear Power Station. If you're passionate about environmental sustainability and want to make a meaningful impact, this role offers you an exciting platform.

Why This Role?

As the Senior Environmental Advisor, you will lead the delivery of environmental objectives across the project. Working across both site and office settings, you’ll ensure regulatory compliance and contribute to the project's long-term sustainability ambitions. With strong development potential and the backing of a well-established team, this is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career within a major construction environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Environmental Support – Provide expert guidance to operational teams on environmental issues and best practices.
• Planning & Management – Develop and maintain site-specific environmental management and sustainability plans.
• Compliance & Coaching – Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and support teams with training and mitigation strategies.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Build strong relationships with regulators, clients, and subcontractors.
• Incident Management – Report and investigate environmental incidents in line with procedures, ensuring appropriate follow-up actions.

What We’re Looking For:

• Industry Experience – Experience in environmental management, ideally within construction or a related sector. We're also open to growth-minded individuals with transferable skills.
• Proactive & Impact-Oriented – A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering positive environmental outcomes.
• Positive Communicator – Able to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
• Eager to Develop – Someone with a growth mindset, keen to expand their skills and influence within a major project.

Why Apply?

This is your chance to join a nationally significant construction project and take the lead on environmental delivery. You’ll be part of an organisation that values innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement - with the opportunity to make a real, lasting difference.