Environmental Manager

Job Title:

Environmental Manager / Environmental Lead

Location:

Ipswich
Sector:
Civil Engineering / Infrastructure

Employment Type:

Permanent

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Manager / Environmental Lead to support the delivery of a major infrastructure project in Ipswich. This is a senior site-based role responsible for leading environmental compliance, driving sustainability initiatives, and ensuring works are delivered in line with statutory, contractual and client requirements.

You will act as the environmental lead across the project, working closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors and client representatives to maintain high environmental standards throughout the lifecycle of the scheme.

Key Responsibilities

Lead environmental management across a large-scale infrastructure project from pre-construction through to completion

Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, permits, planning conditions and contractual obligations

Develop, implement and maintain the Project Environmental Management Plan (CEMP)

Liaise with the Environment Agency, local authorities and other key stakeholders

Oversee environmental risk assessments and method statements (RAMS)

Manage issues relating to ecology, water management, noise, dust, waste and pollution prevention

Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions where required

Carry out environmental audits and site inspections

Provide training and toolbox talks to site teams

Monitor and report on KPIs, sustainability targets and carbon reduction initiatives

Support delivery of biodiversity net gain and wider environmental enhancement measures

Requirements

Degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Management, Environmental Science or related discipline

Chartered status or working towards (IEMA or similar) preferred

Strong experience in a senior environmental role on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects

In-depth knowledge of UK environmental legislation and best practice

Experience dealing with regulators and external stakeholders

Confident leading audits, inspections and investigations

Strong reporting and communication skills

CSCS card (relevant level)

Desirable

Experience working on highways, rail, utilities or large infrastructure schemes

Knowledge of ISO 14001 management systems

Experience delivering sustainability and carbon reduction strategies

What's on Offer

Competitive salary and package

Long-term project security

Opportunity to lead environmental delivery on a flagship infrastructure scheme

Career progression within a growing organisation