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Posted 30 July, 2026

Environmental Advisor

AD Recruit Limited
Preston, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Help Shape the Future of Sustainable Infrastructure Our client is delivering one of the most ambitious infrastructure investment programmes in the UK. As they continue to transform and enhance vital infrastructure services, they are looking for an Environmental Advisor to support the successful delivery of projects while protecting and enhancing the natural environment.This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental professional looking to develop their career within a major infrastructure organisation. You'll work across a diverse portfolio of engineering, maintenance and construction projects, helping project teams identify environmental risks, navigate regulatory requirements, and deliver practical environmental solutions.If you're passionate about applying environmental knowledge to real-world projects and want exposure to significant infrastructure programmes, we'd love to hear from you.The Role As an Environmental Advisor, you'll be part of a specialist environmental team, providing environmental support from project inception through to construction and completion. You'll play a key role in ensuring projects meet environmental requirements while identifying opportunities to improve environmental outcomes.Key Responsibilities Supporting environmental assessments across a range of infrastructure projects.Identifying environmental constraints, risks and opportunities early in project development.Advising project teams on environmental legislation, policy and best practice.Producing clear, evidence-based environmental reports and documentation.Working closely with internal specialists, contractors, regulators and stakeholders.Supporting environmental mitigation strategies and helping resolve environmental challenges.Assisting with environmental compliance throughout project delivery.Attending project sites and offices across the UK as required.Contributing to environmental surveys and fieldwork activities.Managing your own professional development and technical growth.Requirements Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a related environmental discipline.Approximately 3-4 years' experience in an environmental role.Experience supporting environmental assessments or Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) projects.Understanding of UK environmental legislation, regulations and guidance.Experience working within project-based environments.Strong report writing, organisation and communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work to deadlines.Postgraduate qualification in an environmental discipline.Experience within infrastructure, engineering, utilities or construction environments.Exposure to a broad range of environmental topics.Site-based environmental experience.Progress towards, or interest in obtaining, professional chartership.Environmental AdvisorEnvironmental ConsultantEnvironmental PlannerEnvironmental CoordinatorEIA ConsultantEnvironmental Project OfficerEnvironmental ScientistAssistant Environmental ManagerBenefits Competitive salary up to £45,000 depending on experience.Hybrid working arrangement.Exposure to diverse and complex infrastructure projects.Opportunity to work alongside a team of experienced Environmental Advisors and specialist environmental professionals.Structured career development and progression opportunities.Support for continuing professional development and chartership.Clear pathway into more senior environmental positions.Apply NowIf you're looking for an opportunity to make a tangible impact on major infrastructure projects while developing your environmental career within a growing and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ