Senior Environmental Advisor

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

Job summary

STRABAG SE is seeking an Environmental Manager in London to lead environmental management for the Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme. The role involves advising on environmental legislation, implementing management systems, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Candidates should have a degree and significant experience in environmental management within construction.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in Environmental Management within the construction industry.
• Practitioner Member of IEMA (or similar).
• Full Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide complex advice for the Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme.
• Implement ISO 14001 compliant Environmental Management System.
• Maintain compliance records and documentation.

Skills

Environmental Management

Understanding of environmental legislation

ISO 14001 compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Training provision

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or equivalent

Job description

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

What matters to us

• 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)

Your contribution to our company

Reporting to an Environment Manager, the main purpose of the role is to:

• Provide complex advice to support STRABAG's work on the Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme (HARP) Project and the wider business, in line with the STRABAG management system, the Environment and Sustainability Strategy, and the HARP project requirements. Supported by the Environment Manager or 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 environmental responsibilities and respond to queries on environmental issues.
• Ensure employees are aware of their statutory duties and understand the Group's requirements.
• Write, review, and maintain EMS documentation for the UK business.
• Identify significant environmental impacts for contracts and help set up contracts with appropriate controls.
• Maintain records to ensure compliance with legislation, company procedures, and contract requirements.
• Identify employees needing environmental training, provide relevant training, and keep records of training provided.
• Assist with obtaining permits and authoring documents for planning condition discharge. Support the Environment Manager and project team in liaising with stakeholders and regulators such as United Utilities, Environment Agency, and Local Planning Authorities.
• Support tender writing and preparation.
• Lead or support incident investigations as required.
• Produce Contract Environmental Management Plans and other site-specific environmental instructions.
• Provide regular updates on environmental matters to Project Managers, the Head of Environment, and the Director of Environment & Sustainability.
• Support the delivery of the Group Assurance Programme and undertake internal audits.
• Disseminate legislative updates and promote collaboration initiatives.

What you stand to gain

We value respect, partnership, and sustainability, fostering a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset, underpinning sustainable growth and innovation. With our 'People. Planet. Progress.' strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we aim for climate neutrality by 2040.

Contact

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

Application process:

1. Screening of applications – review and evaluation of submitted documents.
2. Decision on inviting candidates for an interview.
3. Interviews (virtual or in-person), depending on the role.
4. Offer and onboarding process.

STRABAG employs around 86,000 people across more than 2,400 locations worldwide. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities. We work as partners to complete projects successfully and grow with new challenges. Join us to make a difference!