Environmental Advisor

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£40,000–£50,000 a year

Glasgow

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

On-site

Work setup

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In brief

This environmental advisor role supports a major civil engineering roads project by managing environmental risks and ensuring site compliance. The work involves conducting inspections, advising on pollution prevention, and maintaining records to meet project requirements and environmental legislation.

Best for

Environmental professionals with experience in civil engineering or infrastructure projects.

Non-negotiable

Full UK driving licence required.

Worth knowing

The project location is in Pitlochry, Perthshire, while the head office is based in Glasgow.

What you need

Required

  • Environmental management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Site inspections

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Environmental reporting

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Scottish environmental law

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Communication

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Organisational skills

    Clearly required in the listing

  • UK driving licence

    Clearly required in the listing

Preferred

  • Major roads experience

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Professional membership

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • CSCS card

    Strongly implied by the listing

Your day-to-day

  • Conduct site inspections and audits

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Implement environmental management plans

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Provide technical environmental advice

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Review construction methods

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Monitor regulatory compliance

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Investigate environmental incidents

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Deliver site briefings

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Maintain environmental records

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Experience expected

Level

Mid-level

Based on what the listing states

Years of experience

Not stated

No clear years requirement found

Evidence from the listing

Experience level

“You will ideally have: Experience in an Environmental Advisor or similar role within civil engineering, highways, construction or infrastructure.”
Full job description (from employer)⌄

Environmental Advisor – Major Roads Project Location: Head Office Glasgow. Project Location Pitlochry, Perthshire Salary: £40,000–£50,000 depending on experience Contract: Full-time, permanent We are recruiting an Environmental Advisor on behalf of a leading civil engineering contractor delivering a major new roads project in Pitlochry. This is an opportunity to work closely with the construction team on a significant infrastructure scheme, providing practical environmental advice and ensuring environmental commitments are delivered on site. The role Reporting into the project’s environmental management team, you will help identify and manage environmental risks throughout construction. You’ll work alongside engineers, site managers and subcontractors to put effective controls in place and maintain compliance with legislation, consents and project requirements. Your responsibilities will include: Carrying out site inspections, audits and environmental monitoring, ensuring actions are followed through. Supporting the implementation and review of the Construction Environmental Management Plan and associated procedures. Advising on pollution prevention, water management, waste, ecology, noise, dust and vibration. Reviewing construction methods and risk assessments to ensure environmental controls are practical and effective. Monitoring compliance with planning conditions, permits, licences and consents. Investigating environmental incidents and supporting corrective and preventative actions. Delivering toolbox talks and environmental briefings to site teams. Maintaining environmental records, monitoring data and performance reports. Liaising with the client, environmental specialists and regulators, including SEPA and NatureScot, as required. About you We’re looking for an environmental professional who enjoys working on site and can translate environmental requirements into clear, practical guidance. You will ideally have: Experience in an Environmental Advisor or similar role within civil engineering, highways, construction or infrastructure. A relevant qualification in environmental science, environmental management, ecology or a related discipline. A working knowledge of Scottish environmental legislation and construction environmental controls. Experience carrying out inspections, monitoring and environmental reporting. The confidence to engage with site teams, challenge poor practice and help resolve issues. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. A full UK driving licence. Experience on major roads projects, particularly involving earthworks, drainage or works near watercourses, would be advantageous. Relevant professional membership and a CSCS card would also be beneficial. Interested? Apply with your CV, or get in touch for a confidential discussion about the role and project

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