Senior Environmental Advisor

STRABAG SE; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an ambitious Environmental professional to join their team in London. The role involves advising on environmental management and implementing sustainability strategies for major projects. Candidates should have a degree in Environmental Science, relevant experience, and a commitment to sustainability.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in Environmental Management within the construction industry.
• Full Driving Licence.
• DBS check will be required prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide complex advice to support environmental projects.
• Implement ISO 14001 compliant Environmental Management System.
• Advise Project Management on environmental responsibilities.

Skills

Environmental Management

Understanding of environmental legislation

ISO 14001 standard knowledge

Communication

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or equivalent

Practitioner Member of IEMA or similar

Job description

If you are an ambitious Environmental professional looking for a new challenge in tunnelling construction and would like to help shape the future of STRABAG, then please read the below job description.

• Degree Qualified (or experience equivalent to a degree).
• Practitioner Member of IEMA (or similar).
• Full Driving Licence.
• DBS check will be required prior to appointment.
• 5 years’ experience in Environmental Management within the construction industry.
• Good understanding of environmental legislation relevant to the construction industry.
• Willingness to travel.
• Good understanding of the requirements of the ISO 14001 standard (desirable).
• EUSR (water hygiene) blue card (can be obtained in role) (desirable).

Reporting to an Environment Manager, the main purposes of the role are to:

• Provide complex advice to support STRABAG’s work on the Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme (HARP) Project and to the wider business, in line with the STRABAG management system, the Environment and Sustainability Strategy, and the wider HARP project requirements, supported by the Environment Manager or more senior team members.
• Implement the STRABAG ISO 14001 compliant Environmental and Sustainability Management System (ESMS).
• Advise and support Project Management and Supervisors in discharging their responsibilities towards the environment and respond to queries or correspondence on environmental issues.
• Ensure employees are aware of their statutory duties and responsibilities and understand the requirements of the Group’s Environmental Procedures and Guidance Notes.
• Write, review, and maintain EMS documentation for the UK business.
• Identify significant environmental impacts for contracts and help set-up contracts to include appropriate controls.
• Maintain records to ensure compliance with legislation, company procedures, and contract requirements.
• Identify employees requiring environmental training, provide relevant training, and maintain records of training provided.
• Support in applying for consents and authoring documents for planning condition discharge, and liaise with stakeholders and regulators such as United Utilities, Environment Agency, and Local Planning Authorities.
• Assist in tender writing and preparation.
• Support and lead incident investigations when required.
• Produce Contract Environmental Management Plans and other site-specific environmental instructions.
• Support the delivery of the Group Assurance Programme and conduct internal audits.
• Disseminate legislative updates and promote collaboration initiatives.

We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset – the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our 'People. Planet. Progress.' strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward – with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.

3rd Floor, The Tower, 65 Buckingham Gate, London

At STRABAG, around 86,000 people work on progress at more than 2,400 locations worldwide. Our projects and our team members are characterized by their uniqueness and individual strengths. Whether it’s building construction, civil engineering, road construction, underground engineering, bridge building, tunnelling, construction material production, project development, or building management – we aim to be the most innovative and sustainable construction technology company in Europe. Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities are integral to who we are and how we work.

Together, we work as partners to complete projects successfully and grow with new challenges. Together, we achieve great things. Let’s progress!

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