AI Job Summary

Demonstrate good working knowledge of IT.
Minimum 3 years’ experience supporting live construction projects.
Undertake site inspections to monitor compliance, identify risks, and advise site teams.

Role Type

Permanent • Full-time • Mid-level Senior

Description

Due to an expanding workload and our commitment to undertaking our projects to the highest possible environmental standards we have a vacancy for an environmental advisor within our Civil Engineering Division working across a wide range of energy, renewables and infrastructure projects.

The role is focused on providing environmental support across the company’s construction projects by undertaking site inspections, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation, company procedures, and client specific requirements while promoting continual improvement in environmental performance.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out regular site inspections to monitor compliance, identify risks and provide practical advice to site teams on environmental issues.
Support project teams at pre‑construction and construction phases to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, permits, licenses and consent conditions.
Develop Construction Environmental Management Plans & Pollution Prevention Plans
Liaison with key stakeholders (e.g. clients, SEPA and local authorities)
Support the investigation of environmental incidents, identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
Provide training, toolbox talks and ongoing support to promote environmental awareness.

Skills and Experience

Minimum 3 years experience of providing support to live construction projects.
Degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Ecology or related discipline, or relevant construction‑sector experience.
Good working knowledge of environmental legislation and guidance relevant to construction in Scotland and UK, including pollution prevention, waste, water and ecology.
Experience of working within certified Environmental Management Systems.
Confident communicator with ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders
Good IT skills
Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. ISEP, CIWEM, ICE) is desirable.

Role Parameters

Reports to: Environmental Manager.
Location: Scotland, regular travel to construction sites and some home/office hybrid working.
Interfaces with: Project managers, site managers, design teams, SHEQ, commercial teams, clients, regulators and other stakeholders.

Company Overview

For over 60 years, I & H Brown has been delivering high-quality civil engineering and construction solutions across the UK. What began as a small family business has grown into a diverse group of companies operating across civil engineering, property development, plant hire, farming, and energy. While our business has evolved, our values remain the same. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and the dedication, expertise, and commitment of our teams have been instrumental in our success. We foster a collaborative and supportive working environment where individuals are encouraged to develop their skills, share ideas, and build rewarding careers. Our work delivers essential infrastructure that benefits clients, communities, and future generations. We take pride in our innovative approach, our commitment to sustainability, and our ability to work together to achieve exceptional results. Whether you are starting your career, looking for your next challenge, or seeking opportunities to grow and develop, I & H Brown offers the chance to be part of a business that values its people and invests in their future.

Environmental Advisor

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