Environmental Adviser
| Posting date: | 02 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,000.0 to £47,500.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £47,500 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 April 2026 |
| Location: | Coventry, West Midlands, cv1 1aa |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4773540_1772471608 |
Summary
Your new company
A joint venture brings together two global leaders in the delivery of critical infrastructure, combining decades of shared experience and complementary engineering expertise to create a powerhouse in large scale civil construction. It operates with a clear focus on safety, integrity, respect and strong leadership, fostering a culture where wellbeing, transparent decision making and collaborative working are central to how teams deliver.
The organisation is recognised for its ability to deliver complex, high value infrastructure programmes, the joint venture promotes a "one team" environment that prioritises disciplined delivery, continuous improvement and a unified approach across all disciplines. This creates an environment where professionals can contribute to nationally significant infrastructure while working within a supportive, forward thinking and highly collaborative culture.
Your new role
As an Environmental Advisor, you will support the Environmental Manager in delivering robust environmental performance across infrastructure projects. This role provides an exciting blend of on‑site presence, collaborative working with technical specialists, and hands‑on environmental assurance.
Main duties include...
- Support the delivery of environmental requirements in line with the Construction Code of Practice and Environmental Works documentation.
- Assist in the development and implementation of Environmental Management System (EMS) documentation and processes.
- Help design and roll out environmental mitigation measures and monitoring regimes.
- Undertake environmental reporting, tracking risks, opportunities, and progress against KPIs.
- Conduct site inspections and assurance activities to ensure compliance with legal, client, and contractual requirements.
- Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary internal teams and the supply chain to develop and implement solutions across all aspects of the environment.
- Support engagement with external stakeholders including statutory consultees, technical specialists, and client representatives.
- Promote innovation and continuous improvement in environmental performance across the project lifecycle.
What you'll need to succeed
Essential:
- Full UK driving licence
- Proven experience in an Environmental Advisor role
- Strong understanding of environmental legislation and environmental management system principles.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships.
- Highly organised, with the determination to see tasks through to completion.
- Collaborative approach to problem solving.
Desirable:
- Experience working on environmental issues within a construction or infrastructure environment.
- Membership of a relevant environmental professional body e.g. ISEP.
- Demonstrated ability to take on new challenges with enthusiasm and a structured approach.
What you'll get in return
- Up to £47,500 per annum
- Gain experience in an industry leading organisation, on a major infrastructure programme
- Significant opportunities for professional development
- Access to car allowance or company car schemes depending on role
- The chance to contribute to 'best in class' environmental outcomes
What you need to do now
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