Environmental Manager

NegotiableBrighton, EnglandContractAs an Environmental Manager you'll lead day-to-day environmental delivery across the project. You'll partner with Project Managers, site teams, Environmental Advisors, Ecological Clerks of Works, specialist consultants and client representatives to manage risk, compliance and culture from the outset.Key responsibilitiesLead environmental delivery across both projects on a day-to-day basisManage environmental permits, licences, consents and approvalsProduce and maintain documentation (including CEMPs)Identify environmental risks and ensure effective mitigations are implementedCoordinate ecology, environmental and archaeological requirementsCarry out audits, inspections, incident investigations and compliance reportingSupport sustainability objectives and drive improvements in environmental performanceBuild strong relationships with clients, regulators, landowners and stakeholdersProvide guidance and support to Environmental Advisors and ECoWsWhat we're looking forStrong environmental management experience within construction/infrastructure (ideally water/utilities)Solid knowledge of environmental legislation and compliance requirementsStrong waste management background and experience with environmental permits/complianceExperience coordinating with ecology, archaeology, arboriculture and water environment specialistsProven track record writing and managing consents, licences, permits and applicationsExperience developing/implementing environmental management plans on complex projectsWorking knowledge of ISO 14001 environmental management systemsConfident influencing site teams and challenging where standards are at riskDegree (or equivalent) in an environmental disciplineMembership of a relevant body (e.g., ISEP, CIWEM, IES, CIWM or similar); IEMA Practitioner level is advantageousFull UK driving licence and right to work in the UK