Senior Environmental Specialist

Mott MacDonald; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and construction firm is seeking a Senior Environmental Specialist in Manchester. This role involves assessing environmental risks, coordinating project inputs, and engaging with clients and regulators. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Environmental Science and relevant chartered status, along with strong communication skills to promote sustainability initiatives.

Benefits

Pension matched by employer up to 7%

Life assurance and Private Medical Insurance

26 weeks maternity leave

Gym Membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science or related subject required.
• Chartered status with a relevant professional body is essential.
• Strong understanding of environmental disciplines including ecology and archaeology.

Responsibilities

• Identify environmental risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support project teams in developing environmental risk mitigation measures.
• Produce applications for environmental permits and consents.

Skills

Environmental risk assessment

Project sustainability initiatives

Communication

Education

Degree in Environmental Science

Chartered with a relevant professional body

Job description

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Mott Macdonald Bentley are a fully integrated design and construction business that harnesses the contracting strength of JN Bentley and the design specialisms of Mott MacDonald.We are a multiple award-winning partner for multiple UK water companies, where we deliver innovative engineering solutions to a range of clients.



MMB are one of United Utilities' chosen Contract Delivery Partners for AMP8, helping to deliver £13.7 Billion worth of upgrades to critical infrastructure assets including water and wastewater treatment sites, pumping stations and reservoirs within the North West during the AMP8 period.

We are currently looking for a Senior Environmental Specialist who will be based in and around Manchester. This role will require sites visits and attendance at meetings predominantly in that region but also providing occasional support to our colleagues working in other frameworks / regions.



We are looking for a proactive Senior Environmental Specialist who will be part of our environment team co-located across the UK, supporting a regional team comprised of both design and operation staff.



As Senior Environmental Specialist, you will:

• Identify specific environmental risks throughout the project lifecycle, from solution definition to completion.
• Support projects teams to develop environmental risk mitigation measures, with consideration of cost, time, compliance, safety and social impacts.
• Identify, plan and coordinate project environmental specialist inputs (e.g. heritage, ecology, archaeology), to ensure that all environmental tasks are completed at the correct time and to the required standards, including prioritising risks.
• Able to produce specific environmental deliverables at appropriate project milestones e.g. EIA screening assessments, material management plans, and environmental management plans.
• Able to produce applications for environmental permits and consents.
• Lead on the liaison with environmental regulators.
• Positively engage with our clients regarding environmental and consenting matters, develop relationships and enhance our reputation.
• Contribute to environmental improvement projects at both local and regional level.
• Assist in the production and delivery of training.
  
  

What you can offer:

• A degree in Environmental Science (or directly related subject).
• Chartered with a relevant professional body
• A strong understanding of environmental disciplines and project risks in the following areas: ecology, archaeology, drainage, geotechnical, contaminated land, landscape, noise.
• Awareness of the planning process with a bias towards infrastructure planning, including the need for surverys as well as permits and consents for relevant construction activities.
• Able to coordinate the management of environmental aspects through a high level of planning, organisation, and communication, to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Experience in advising and promoting on project sustainability initiatives, including an understanding of biodiversity net gain.
  
  

What we can offer:

At Mott MacDonald Bentley you will be offered a competitive salary which is commensurate based on your experience. Our core benefits include:

• Pension matched by employer up to 7%
• Option to purchase, sell and carry over annual leave
• Life assurance / Private Medical Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance and Health Screening options
• 26 weeks maternity leave, enhanced paternity and adoption leave/ Shared parental leave
• Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs
• Gym Membership discounts UK wide
• Cycle to work scheme, interest free season ticket loans and discounted dining cards also available
  
  

Mott MacDonald Bentley are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future

Other Information

This is a Mott MacDonald Bentley role, employed by Mott MacDonald.

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a joint venture business, established in 1999 between civil engineering contractor JN Bentley and global management consultancy, Mott MacDonald.

Mott MacDonald Bentley offers fully integrated design and build services to its clients, combining the contracting expertise of JN Bentley and the design specialisms of Mott MacDonald.

This role is employed by Mott MacDonald but will involve working across the joint venture business, both with Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley colleagues.

About Mott MacDonald

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management and development consultancy.

Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.

Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence.

We believe that because we care about what we do, we do things better.

We know that our people are our most valuable asset, so we are dedicated to investing in them, through our comprehensive training and development schemes, exposure to the wider design and build business and endless opportunities.

We are committed to creating a workplace where our people are safe, have a voice, can reach their full potential, and everyone shares in the rewards.

You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that benefit our communities – from helping to secure water supplies for future generations to protecting homes and businesses from flood risk – our projects make a real difference.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

A Mott MacDonald Bentley we welcome applications from all sectors of the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace where everyone feels included, has the opportunity to thrive, and is treated with respect.

Even if you don’t meet every requirement for this role but are excited about the opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Find out more about our approach to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion here: https://www.mottmacbentley.co.uk/people.

We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment practices are barrier-free and as inclusive as possible. This includes making adjustments during the job application process and throughout your future career with us. Please call 01756 691572 or email [e-mail] to discuss any such adjustments that we can make. You can read more about our Equal Opportunities Policy here: Equality, diversity and inclusion - Mott MacDonald

Agile working

We are committed to providing a flexible and agile working environment that supports both our employees and the needs of the business.

Location(s):

Manchester, GB GB

Contract Type: Permanent

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Water

Discipline: Water

Job Ref: 8644

Recruiter Contact: [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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