Environmental Advisor

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects, across the utility and social infrastructure sectors. Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face.

Our company is split into two business areas:

Utility Infrastructure – Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK’s largest network owners and operators.

Social Infrastructure
- Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance.

Equal Opportunities Statement
- At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know - we want this to be the best possible experience for you.

Environmental Advisor Job Title Environmental Advisor Reporting To SHEQ Manager Location Scotland (Hybrid with regular travel to operational sites, offices and client locations) Role Purpose The Environmental Advisor is responsible for leading and developing the environmental management function across operations in Scotland, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation, client requirements and ISO 14001 standards while supporting the delivery of business objectives. The role will provide strategic and operational environmental leadership across multiple infrastructure sectors including power transmission and distribution, utilities, telecommunications, civil engineering and construction activities.

The Environmental Manager will drive continual improvement, environmental sustainability, biodiversity enhancement and carbon reduction initiatives whilst supporting the company's Zero Harm and Responsible Business strategies.

Provide professional environmental advice and support to directors, operational leaders, project teams and clients. Develop and implement environmental strategies aligned to business objectives. Promote a positive environmental culture through visible leadership and engagement. Lead environmental improvement initiatives across all operational activities. Support the development and delivery of environmental objectives, targets and KPIs.

Ensure compliance with all relevant UK environmental legislation and regulatory requirements. Maintain compliance with:
Environmental Protection Act 1990 Environment Act 2021 Environmental Permitting Regulations Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 Water Resources Act 1991 Control of Pollution Act 1974 Waste Regulations and Duty of Care requirements Monitor emerging legislation and advise the business on impacts and compliance requirements. Lead investigations into environmental incidents and regulatory breaches.

Manage relationships with environmental regulators including: SEPA Local Authorities Forestry Commission Environmental Management Systems Maintain and continually improve the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System. Lead internal audits and support external certification audits. Develop environmental procedures, standards and guidance documents. Ensure environmental risks and opportunities are effectively identified and managed. Manage environmental legal registers and compliance obligations. Oversee environmental assurance and governance programmes.

Provide environmental support throughout project life cycles including:
Tendering Planning Construction Commissioning Handover Review and approve:
Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs) Environmental Risk Assessments Method Statements Waste Management Plans Pollution Prevention Plans Ecological Management Plans Conduct site inspections, audits and environmental reviews. Support operational teams in achieving environmental compliance and best practice.

Support compliance with Biodiversity Net Gain requirements. Develop biodiversity enhancement initiatives across projects. Liaise with ecological specialists and environmental consultants. Promote sustainable land management and habitat protection measures. Support natural capital and environmental enhancement projects.

Lead investigations into environmental incidents, complaints and non-conformances. Identify root causes and develop corrective and preventative actions. Report significant incidents to regulators where required. Monitor trends and provide performance analysis to senior leadership.

Build effective relationships with:
Clients Regulators Supply Chain Partners Local Authorities Community Stakeholders Represent the business during…