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Posted 05 August, 2026

Environmental & Sustainability Advisor

Shirley Parsons
Hertfordshire, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

We’re partnered with a well-established organisation within the construction and infrastructure sector, where environmental performance and compliance are central to how projects are delivered. As an Environmental & Sustainability Advisor, you’ll take a key role in owning and managing the Environmental Management System (EMS) and supporting continual environmental improvement across the business.

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You’ll be part of a dedicated Environment & Sustainability team, working closely with colleagues, clients and stakeholders to ensure effective systems, embedded compliance and high environmental standards across projects.

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What You’ll Be Doing:

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  • Owning the EMS: Managing, maintaining and improving the Environmental Management System in line with ISO 14001 and legislation.
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  • Audits & Compliance: Planning and supporting environmental audits and ensuring legal and permit requirements are met.
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  • Environmental Performance: Monitoring, analysing and reporting environmental data for internal and client use.
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  • Business Collaboration: Working with project teams, clients and external stakeholders to implement environmental standards.
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  • Environmental Culture: Delivering training and awareness to promote best practice and behavioural change.
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  • Continuous Improvement: Supporting sustainability initiatives and identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.
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Who They’re Looking For:

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  • EMS Experience: Experience in an environmental role with hands-on EMS responsibility.
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  • Technical Knowledge: Understanding of environmental legislation, ISO 14001, auditing and compliance.
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  • Data & Reporting: Comfortable working with environmental data and reports.
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  • Communication Skills: Able to engage effectively with colleagues, clients and external stakeholders.
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  • Proactive Approach: Motivated, organised and focused on practical environmental outcomes.
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  • Flexibility: Willing to travel across the UK and hold a full UK driving licence.
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