Senior Environmental Advisor-Infrastructure & Grids (Hybrid)

Equans; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share scheme

Private GP

Life Cover

Employee discounts

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work

CSR days

Job summary

Equans is seeking a Senior Environmental Advisor to join the DES business from our Glasgow office on a hybrid basis. You will ensure environmental compliance for major infrastructure projects, liaising with site teams, planners and regulators, and supporting the Great Grid Upgrade program during a secondment.

The role requires a relevant degree, strong knowledge of planning legislation and environmental permitting, and a track record in construction/infrastructure environments.

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification in environmental science or management.
• Membership or accreditation with a recognised body such as IEMA is desirable.
• Significant experience in environmental compliance for construction or infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on construction environmental compliance and planning requirements.
• Liaise with site teams, planners, environmental specialists and regulators.
• Monitor environmental performance and identify risks with mitigation.
• Prepare and review environmental reports, documentation and compliance records.
• Support communications between multidisciplinary teams on environmental matters.
• Drive continuous improvement in environmental practices within Infrastructure Services.
• Transition to other projects after secondment as required.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Planning legislation

Regulatory frameworks

Stakeholder engagement

Site liaison

Education

Degree in environmental science or related field

IEMA accreditation desirable

Job description

Equans is seeking a Senior Environmental Advisor to join the DES business from our Glasgow office on a hybrid basis. You will ensure environmental compliance for major infrastructure projects, liaising with site teams, planners and regulators, and supporting the Great Grid Upgrade program during a secondment.

The role requires a relevant degree, strong knowledge of planning legislation and environmental permitting, and a track record in construction/infrastructure environments.