Environmental Advisor

Environmental Advisor - Major Energy Infrastructure Project (Scotland) Contract: 6 Months possible extension Start Date: Mid-September 2026 "All in" Daily Rate: up to £550 per day Outside IR35 The Role We're looking for Environmental Advisors to support a major energy infrastructure project in Scotland. Working as part of a specialist environmental team, you'll help ensure environmental compliance, support project delivery, and drive continuous improvement across site operations. This role calls for a stronger-than-average candidate, someone confident and capable of challenging site activities where required, and comfortable dealing with demanding stakeholders. The position involves more than site presence alone; substantial documentation and compliance work is a core part of the role. Key Responsibilities Promote environmental best practice across the project Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with company procedures, legislation, and project requirements Support environmental incident investigations and recommend preventative measures Collect and report environmental performance data Review environmental information and identify trends and opportunities for improvement Assist in the development and implementation of environmental and sustainability initiatives Provide advice and support to project teams on environmental matters Help identify significant environmental risks and ensure effective controls are implemented Support the management of environmental and ecological permits, licences, and consents Maintain environmental records and documentation to demonstrate compliance Liaise with environmental specialists, ecologists, and external consultants Support the wider environmental and sustainability function by sharing best practice Experience & Qualifications Degree qualified in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or a related discipline Previous experience in an Environmental Advisor role within construction, infrastructure, utilities, or energy projects Working knowledge of environmental legislation and its application within the construction industry Experience or understanding of: Ecological mitigation Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Water management and pollution prevention Waste management Statutory nuisance Contaminated land Consents, licensing, and DCO/TCPA planning discharge processes Knowledge of ISO 14001 environmental management systems Associate ISEP membership (or working towards Practitioner membership) desirable Strong report writing and documentation skills Good IT skills Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to challenge site activities where necessary Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams Interested? Apply now to find out more about this exciting opportunity within the energy infrastructure sector. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy