Senior Environmental Advisor

Shirley Parsons; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction firm is seeking a Senior Environmental Advisor to oversee environmental performance on a crucial project. You will lead compliance and risk management efforts, establish and maintain environmental standards, and manage pollution prevention initiatives. This role offers real autonomy and collaboration with a supportive team. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for environmental management and proven experience within the construction sector. Flexible working arrangements and impactful projects are part of the offer.

Benefits

Flexible working - 1-2 days from home

Collaborative and supportive team

Ownership of environmental outcomes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a construction or civil engineering environment.
• Confidence in communicating with clients and internal teams.
• Passionate about environmental management.

Responsibilities

• Own the Environmental Strategy - Lead compliance and risk management.
• Set & Maintain the Standards - Develop and implement Project Environmental Management Plan.
• Manage pollution prevention and support sustainability goals.
• Monitor and report environmental data to clients.

Skills

Environmental management expertise

Risk management

Communication skills

Training delivery

Job description

We're proud to continue our partnership with a leading UK construction and civil engineering company, renowned for delivering major infrastructure projects and creating sustainable solutions that truly make an impact.

We're looking for a Senior Environmental Advisor to take ownership of environmental performance on a high-profile project. This is your chance to be the go-to expert for the project team, with the autonomy to manage environmental strategies while having support when you need it.

What you'll be doing:

• Own the Environmental Strategy - Lead compliance, risk management, and best practice across the project
• Set & Maintain the Standards - Develop, implement, and improve the Project Environmental Management Plan and EMS
• Protect the Project - Manage pollution prevention, surface water, silt control, waste, noise, dust, and water quality
• Drive Sustainability - Support carbon reduction targets and smarter environmental decisions
• Own Performance & Reporting - Monitor, analyse, and report environmental data to clients and senior stakeholders
• Be the Go-To Expert - Liaise with regulators, clients, and site teams to resolve environmental issues
• Lead from the Front - Deliver training, promote environmental awareness, and investigate incidents when they arise

What's on offer:

• Real autonomy to shape environmental outcomes
• Flexible working - 1-2 days per week from home
• A major project that genuinely matters
• A collaborative, supportive team

About you:

• Passionate about environmental management
• Proven experience in a construction or civil engineering environment
• Confident communicator with clients and internal teams

Vacancy Reference: PR/028867