Senior Environmental Advisor

Are you passionate about environmental sustainability in construction and experienced in supporting project delivery to stringent environmental requirements? This is your chance join a forward-thinking company and sustainability function who are committed to driving change and innovation in the industry! Your initial project: Join a high-profile scheme for the Ministry of Justice in Buckinghamshire as Senior Environmental Advisor. This exciting role offers the chance to apply your experience in managing environmental challenges from pre-construction through to delivery. The role will be based in Buckinghamshire, with regular travel to our Manchester office during the early phases of the project. R esponsibilities include;

• Actively contribute to pushing the boundaries of sustainability and help us achieve our goal of becoming a net-zero company.
• Ensure work packages are delivered in accordance with contractual, client and our EMS requirements.
• Identify environmental risks and opportunities at both pre-construction and delivery stages, engaging project, design and delivery teams to manage them effectively.
• Obtain necessary environmental consents by liaising with relevant statutory bodies.
• Drive environmental awareness and engage the workforce through the delivery of training and advice.
• Develop and maintain Construction Environmental Management Plans, ensuring all risks and opportunities are addressed with appropriate mitigation measures.
• Monitor and report on environmental performance and conduct regular site inspections.
• Ensure environmental emergency arrangements are implemented, tested, and managed effectively.
• Report, investigate, and take corrective actions on any environmental incidents and non-conformances.
• Promote and drive environmental initiatives aligned with our sustainability strategy, including carbon reduction, waste minimisation, and nature protection.
  
  A passionate, collaborative and influential environment champion within the construction industry.
• Technically skilled with environmental processes and assessments e.g. BREEAM.
• Degree qualified in relevant discipline e.g. Environmental Management/Sciences, Sustainability, or construction related degree with professional body membership (IEMA, IES or CIEEM) preferred.
• Understanding of ISO14001 and ISO50001 requirements and compliance management systems. Environmental Auditor preferred.
• Willingness and ability to travel nationally, working across diverse teams and projects.
• High personal drive, commitment, and enthusiasm to learn and grow within the role.
  
  Laing O'Rourke is dedicated to being a recognised leader in innovation and excellence in the construction industry. We focus on delivering projects that leave a lasting positive environmental legacy, driven by technical excellence in design, manufacturing, and construction.