The Environmental Advisor will provide operational environmental support across multiple construction and infrastructure project sites throughout the Highlands region of Scotland. Working closely with project delivery teams, subcontractors, specialists, and stakeholders, the role will help ensure environmental compliance, support sustainable construction practices, and contribute to the successful delivery of project environmental objectives. The position will involve a hands-on presence across active sites, supporting environmental management activities, regulatory requirements, monitoring programmes, and continuous improvement initiatives within dynamic construction environments.
Responsibilities
Deliver day-to-day environmental support across multiple live construction sites, ensuring compliance with project requirements, environmental legislation, and company standards.
Work collaboratively with project teams, subcontractors, designers, waste contractors, and environmental specialists to integrate environmental considerations into construction activities.
Assist in the preparation, implementation, and close-out of environmental management plans, method statements, and site-specific documentation.
Support the discharge of planning conditions, permit requirements, and environmental consents associated with project activities.
Promote environmental awareness across site teams through briefings, toolbox talks, and ongoing engagement.
Manage environmental reporting systems, including monitoring waste, sustainability performance, incidents, and compliance data.
Produce regular environmental reports and performance updates in line with client and company reporting requirements.
Support the delivery and maintenance of environmental management systems and recognised standards including ISO 14001 and other relevant frameworks.
Assist with internal and external audit programmes, ensuring project sites maintain a high standard of environmental compliance and readiness for inspection.
Participate in environmental assessments and sustainability accreditation schemes such as CEEQUAL or equivalent programmes.
Support the implementation and management of construction noise control requirements, including Section 61 consent processes and associated variations.
Assist in establishing and maintaining site noise monitoring programmes, including attended monitoring where required.
Coordinate specialist environmental surveys, monitoring activities, and mitigation measures across project sites.
Respond to environmental incidents or urgent site issues, including occasional out-of-hours support where necessary.
Identify opportunities to improve environmental performance, reduce waste, and promote more sustainable construction practices.
Work with engineering and design teams to encourage the use of sustainable materials and environmentally responsible solutions.
Support the achievement of project environmental targets, sustainability commitments, and client objectives.
Contribute to the development of environmental best practice and support knowledge sharing across projects and teams.
Maintain awareness of current environmental legislation, guidance, and industry best practice.
Participate in training, auditing, and professional development opportunities to enhance technical knowledge and capability.
Provide environmental support to other project locations when required for audits, temporary cover, or specialist assistance.
Undertake additional duties appropriate to the role in support of wider project and business requirements.
The Ideal Candidate
Previous experience in an Environmental Coordinator, Environmental Advisor, or similar role within construction, infrastructure, civil engineering, or related industries.
Practical experience supporting environmental management activities across live project or construction sites.
Knowledge of environmental legislation, planning conditions, permits, and construction-related environmental risks.
Experience working with contractors, clients, regulatory bodies, and specialist consultants.
Understanding of environmental management systems and standards such as ISO 14001 and sustainability frameworks.
Familiarity with environmental monitoring activities, waste management processes, and sustainability reporting.
Interest or experience in noise management and environmental monitoring programmes would be advantageous.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with operational teams and stakeholders.
Proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to work independently across multiple project locations.
Degree qualified in an environmental discipline or equivalent experience preferred.
Membership of a relevant professional body such as IEMA, or working towards professional accreditation, desirable.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across project sites within Scotland and occasionally further afield as required.