<div><h3>Environmental Advisor - Great Grid Upgrade</h3><p><b>Location:</b> Kiln Lane - On-site (national travel required)</p><p><b>Sector:</b> Power Infrastructure</p><p>Are you passionate about driving sustainable practices in large-scale construction projects? Laing ORourke are seeking a proactive Environmental Advisor to support our team on a flagship project site. This role will form part of a growing environment team as part of an evolving project portfolio, which is set to run over the next decade.</p><p>We are helping to deliver a major power upgrade for the National Grid – one of the largest upgrades to the UK power network in decades – a transformative, high‑value project that will shape the nations energy future.</p><h3>Projects</h3><ul><li><b>Kiln Lane</b>– Construction of a new substation</li><li><b>ATNC</b>– 47 km of OHL enabling works and tower foundations and construction of a new substation</li></ul><p>Find out more about this project here: https://www.nationalgrid.com/the-great-grid-upgrade</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Monitor and manage environmental compliance on-site in line with legal requirements and company policies</li><li>Conduct regular environmental audits and inspections in both office and field settings</li><li>Engage with project managers, contractors, and regulatory bodies to mitigate environmental risks</li><li>Provide expert advice and training to site personnel on environmental best practices</li><li>Support the implementation of environmental management plans and sustainability initiatives</li><li>Prepare and submit environmental reports and documentation as required</li></ul><h3>What Were Looking For</h3><ul><li>Proven experience as an Environmental Advisor or similar role within the construction or energy sector</li><li>Strong understanding of environmental legislation and standards relevant to large‑scale infrastructure projects</li><li>Experience doing in‑field environmental monitoring tasks such as collecting water samples, ground investigative works, setting up noise and vibration monitoring equipment and ability to present findings</li><li>Good understanding of ISO 14001 EMS and implementation of project CEMP requirements</li><li>Excellent communication skills, capable of working collaboratively with multi‑disciplinary teams</li><li>Relevant qualifications in environmental science, sustainability, or related fields</li><li>Valid drivers license and willingness to travel within the project site</li></ul><h3>Why Join Us</h3><ul><li>Be part of a landmark project driving the future of power infrastructure</li><li>Opportunity for professional development and career progression</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li></ul><h3>Equal Employment Opportunity</h3><p>As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long‑term conditions and disabilities through the ‘Offer an interview scheme’ which supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know if you would like to opt in to this scheme and if you require any adjustments for the interview process.</p></div>