Senior Environmental Sustainability Advisor

E.B.P.; Kilsyth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Environmental Sustainability Advisor to join their dynamic team in Scotland. This role is crucial for driving environmental excellence and implementing best practices in low carbon construction, biodiversity, and pollution management. You will lead the charge in fostering a culture of sustainability, providing guidance on environmental management systems, and collaborating with various stakeholders. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the environment and thrive in a supportive, flexible work environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values diversity and inclusivity, and help build a sustainable future.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Family-friendly policies

Company car/car allowance/travel allowance

8% matched pension contributions

Private healthcare

Life assurance

26 days holiday

2 wellbeing days

1 volunteering day

Personal and professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in an environmental role, preferably in construction.
• Practitioner member of IEMA or similar, working towards Full Member.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of project level EMS and customer requirements.
• Investigate environmental incidents and advise on appropriate actions.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders and promote best practices.

Skills

Environmental legislation knowledge

ISO14001 standard

Environmental Management qualification

Training and mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Technical qualification in Environmental Management

Tools

Information technology

Job description

Building a sustainable tomorrow

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Environmental Sustainability Advisor to join our busy Scotland team. The purpose of the role is to drive environmental sustainability excellence across BAM Nuttall by championing the application of company environment management systems (EMS) and best practice, particularly with regards to aspects such as low carbon construction, biodiversity, zero waste and pollution management. You will provide a point of contact and reference for advice and guidance on the application of the EMS to designated projects, and will report directly to Senior Environmental Sustainability Manager.

Your work environment

• This role will be predominantly project-based and provide support covering sites across Scotland. You will be based at our Kilsyth office but will be required to travel to site locations in Inverness and other regions.
• BAM operates a flexible working policy.
• People are at the heart of what we do at BAM. We recognise that creating a diverse and inclusive environment that nurtures our employees and encourages them to bring their best and whole self to work is crucial.

Your mission

You will be responsible for the following:

• Support the implementation and delivery of project level EMS and customer requirements.
• Investigate environmental incidents and advise on appropriate actions.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of internal environmental sustainability training.
• Developing relationships with stakeholders, regulators and supply chain specialists.
• Identifying and communicating best practice and promote continued improvement including providing feedback on environmental performance.

Who are we looking for?

Necessary:

• Good understanding of environmental legislation and UK regulatory framework and the ISO14001 standard.
• Technical qualification in Environmental Management with minimum 5 years of experience working in an environmental role (preferably in construction industry).
• Practitioner member of IEMA (or similar) and working towards Full Member and/or Chartered Environmentalist.
• Experience in training, coaching and mentoring to environment staff and other key roles within the business.
• Articulate and engaging communication skills.

Desirable:

• Good working knowledge of low carbon construction and ecology management, preferably in relation to the civil engineering industry.
• Strong connections and involvement with industry forum groups and trade bodies.
• Experience of working within a team both co-located and operating remotely.
• Collaborative and supportive behaviours.
• Understanding of digital construction vision and its application and proficient in the application and use of information technology.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• A wide range of family-friendly policies
• Company car/car allowance/travel allowance
• 8% matched pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• 26 days holiday
• 2 wellbeing days
• 1 volunteering day
• Personal and professional development

BAM Nuttall is also committed to equality of opportunity in all its employment practices, and to developing policies that support work-life balance.