Environment and Sustainability

Location:

Reading, UK. Part‑time telework with 3 days on site per week.

We are seeking an Environmental and Sustainability Specialist for a multi‑year contract on a UK nuclear infrastructure programme. This project is at the conceptual design phase, driving a multi‑billion‑pound investment in nuclear and non‑nuclear facilities.

The Environmental and Sustainability Specialist will support the Engineering Delivery Manager as the environmental representative for engineering activities, assisting in design, technical documentation, schedule execution, quality checks, and overall project delivery. The role involves preparing reports, studies, defining environmental criteria, and integrating environmental requirements. The specialist will participate in design reviews and facilitate the resolution of comments to ensure the delivery of approved products.

You will work independently, devise new approaches to problem solving, and assist colleagues with environmental or sustainability issues. Responsibilities include discipline work process execution in accordance with company, contract, and industry codes and standards, as well as coordinating the efforts of other environmental specialists on the project for BAT, Fire, and Nuclear safety assurance.

This position is designated as part‑time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in‑person attendance per week at the assigned office or project.

• Execute environmental and sustainability deliverables according to requirements and design criteria using approved procedures, practices, and standards.
• Facilitate the environmental component of the ESH Program, including technical and administrative aspects.
• Develop studies into the environmental impacts and sustainability of the proposed design and construction process.
• Prepare, coordinate, and review designs, studies, reports, and proposals.
• Coordinate design development with other engineering disciplines while managing workload and schedule due dates.
• Participate in safety reviews (HAZID, HAZOP) and review compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
• Review deliverables from other disciplines and suppliers to ensure design intent is incorporated into the facility design.
• Interpret and integrate environmental requirements into design, planning documents, risk assessment, and program execution.
• Support informal studies and technical briefings with customers, suppliers, and other departments.

• A recognised bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university related to environmental sciences, field biology, or natural resources.
• Ideally 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Chartered status with the Chartered Institute of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) or similar.

• Knowledge of environmental management, monitoring programs, principles, and methodologies.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and applicable agencies’ permitting processes.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 principles, environmental monitoring, and reporting procedures.
• Ability to compile environmental monitoring data, interpret results, and prepare compliance reports or corrective action plans.
• Attention to detail for identifying and documenting potential environmental impacts.
• Ability to research and understand organisational and regulatory requirements.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Must be able to obtain a SC Clearance for access to the AWE Site.

• The role will be based primarily at Aldermaston, UK, with travel to Bechtel’s London office as required. Flexibility includes three days on site and two days working from home or the Bechtel office.
• The position is open to United Kingdom Nationals only.
• This position is subject to a successful interview and agreement upon terms and conditions of employment.

Bechtel offers robust benefits to ensure our people thrive, including career advancement, program delivery support, and time to recharge.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, and other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to a fair and inclusive workplace. If reasonable adjustments are needed to apply for this position, please contact us.

Contact: accessta‑ Bechtel is a verified company with the Disability Confident Scheme.