Managing Consultant - Consents and Environment Manager (Mid-Senior Level)
ERM is looking to hire an individual to work exclusively with one of our clients on environmental consents and compliance. This role requires site and project office attendance and includes regular site inspections and audits focused on contractor environmental and planning compliance.
Location: Across Scotland, including Highlands (travel between client sites).
Responsibilities
* Lead on consents condition discharge, environmental licensing, and preparation of environmental contract specifications and obligations to ensure facilitation of timely project delivery.
* Coordinate and monitor contractor and client environmental and consenting compliance and meet all statutory and internal obligations and sector‑leading environmental and sustainability ambitions.
* Scope, tender, award and manage multiple consultancy contracts to support the delivery of EnvCoW support services and post‑planning submission surveys and assessments.
* Develop, control and build critical external stakeholder relationships (consenting bodies, statutory authorities, key consultees), communicating the criticality of infrastructure and the project requirements, building consensus around project decision‑making and creating an environment of mutually supportive relationships.
* Develop positive and sustainable relationships with contractors and wider project teams to “raise the bar” in environmental and regulatory performance and compliance.
* Conduct scheduled inspections and audits on delegated projects to ensure environmental and planning consent compliance.
Qualifications
* Demonstrable project management experience and understanding of how to manage all aspects of the delivery of major projects.
* Ability to represent the client’s interests externally, with proven stakeholder management skills including engaging, influencing and negotiating to develop effective relationships.
* Ideally an environmental‑related degree, preferably with a postgraduate qualification and experience in a relevant industry. Membership of an appropriate environmental professional body is also desirable.
* Experience on construction sites and oversight of contractors.
* Good knowledge of site issues including ecology, hydrology and peat management.
* Understanding of the planning process and discharge of conditions.
Benefits and Diversity
ERM is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for every candidate. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or need accommodations during the selection process, we’re here to support you. Our commitment doesn’t stop at hiring; we’ll ensure you have the tools, support, and adjustments needed to succeed.
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