WHS Environmental Due Diligence and Remediation Manager / Remediation Manager / Land Contaminat[...]

Amazon; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global retailer in the UK seeks an Environmental Program Specialist responsible for due diligence and environmental assessments. The role involves managing exposure risks, drafting mitigation plans for contaminated sites, and liaising with various teams. Ideal candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and strong project management experience. Experience in dynamic organizations and excellent interpersonal skills are preferred. The position plays a key role in maintaining Amazon's environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a program specialist or project manager in environmental sectors.
• Understanding of core business concepts and legal contexts in transactions.
• Ability to work in dynamic, growing organizations.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and training on Amazon's due diligence program.
• Evaluate potential exposure risks from building materials.
• Draft mitigation plans for contaminated soil management.
• Represent Amazon with property owners and legal advisors.

Skills

Environmental technical resource experience

Knowledge of ASTM Phase I standards

Project management

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Chemistry or related field

Job description

Key job responsibilities

Provide a single point of contact to transaction teams to support them on understanding and executing Amazon’s due diligence program.

Complete reviews of due diligence-related information including Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, historical reports, regulatory agency assessments, health-risk assessments and vapor mitigation plans.

Evaluate and investigate potential exposure risks from building materials or property conditions including but not limited to asbestos containing materials, lead‑based paint, and vapor intrusion.

Scope and manage phase II site investigations.

Perform Vapor Intrusion Screenings and Health Risk Assessments.

Provide support and training to a wide range of teams and partners to increase knowledge and efficiency.

Draft mitigation plans for construction management of contaminated soil and groundwater as required during our renovation activities.

Liaise with Real Estate, Legal, Construction and Launch teams about required mitigation and ongoing oversight and management so that business may use contaminated sites.

Provide review and feedback for work performed by contractors, developers, and consultants.

Assist RE legal with drafting protective language concerning hazardous materials and pre‑existing contamination.

Represent Amazon at appropriate levels with property owners and their representatives, consultants, and legal advisors to maintain and develop professional and effective relationships.

Demonstrate that you can prioritize and lead multiple projects and assignments concurrently.

Represent Amazon at appropriate levels with property owners and their representatives, consultants, and legal advisors to maintain and develop professional and effective relationships.

Basic Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Chemical or Environmental Engineering, or related field of study.

• Extensive experience serving as an environmental technical resource, program specialist, or project manager.

• Possess knowledge and experience of ASTM Phase I standards and other environmental protocols, understand core business and legal concepts of business transactions, with continued interest in working on transactions.

• Experience in development and implementation of standards, policies and programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a dynamic, changing/growing organization. Experience demonstrating a high level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others. Exceptional organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability to collaborate with multiple interested parties with a variety of goals and objectives. The ability to manage a high‑volume workload. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Additional language fluency is a bonus.

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