Senior Environmental Manager

ICDS; Leiston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm in Leiston is looking for a Senior Environmental Manager to join the ground engineering works team for a major infrastructure project. This role entails ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, developing risk assessments, and preparing documentation. The ideal candidate will have a degree in an environmental discipline, IEMA Associate membership, and prior experience in construction. Strong communication and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in environmental discipline preferred.
• IEMA Associate membership is beneficial.
• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within construction.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Develop and implement environmental risk assessments.
• Prepare and maintain key environmental documentation.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Communication

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Degree in an environmental discipline

IEMA Associate membership

Job description

Senior Environmental Manager - Ground Engineering Works (Sizewell, Suffolk)

Our client are supporting the delivery of one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects - Sizewell C - and seeking a Senior Environmental Manager to join the ground engineering works team.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and project-specific requirements
• Develop and implement environmental risk assessments and mitigation strategies
• Prepare and maintain key documentation (CEMPs, water/nuisance/pollution plans)
• Apply for environmental permits and liaise with regulators as required
• Monitor on-site performance and advise on air, noise, water, waste, and ecology measures
• Conduct inspections, audits, and support incident investigations
• Provide training and promote environmental awareness across teams and subcontractors
• Track and interpret emerging environmental regulations, providing guidance to project teams
• Analyse environmental data and contribute to internal reports and meetings
• Ensure accurate reporting and client communication on environmental performance

Requirements

• Degree in an environmental discipline (preferred)
• IEMA Associate membership
• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within construction
• Strong IT, communication, and project management skills
• Proactive, solution-focused mindset and ability to work independently

Note: You must have the right to work in the UK