Tasks
* Reporting to the project directorate and the Head of Environment, the main purpose of the role is to lead on all environmental aspects of STRABAG work on the Sizewell C project in line with the STRABAG management system, the STRABAG Environment and Sustainability Strategy and the wider Sizewell C project requirements. Ensure that the STRABAG ISO 14001 compliant Environmental and Sustainability Management System (ESMS) is fully implemented on the project. Build a strong, efficient environmental management team which reflects STRABAG’s team working culture to support the Sizewell C project as our scope develops.
* Advise and support the project directorate and management team in discharging their responsibilities towards the environment and sustainability.
* Manage STRABAG’s ISO 14001 compliant ESMS for the project, and lead site activities to support the implementation of STRABAG’s ISO 50001 compliant Energy Management System and development of our PAS 2080 compliant Carbon Management System and ISO 46001 compliant Water Efficiency Management System. Support the client implementation of their management systems as required. Manage the communication and risk management of project related environment requirements in line with client and business needs. Ensure that the whole project team is aware of their statutory duties and responsibilities and understands the requirements of the STRABAG ESMS, through formal briefings and site presence from yourself and the environmental management team.
* Lead the team in the development of project specific management plans and approaches in line with the STRABAG UK ESMS and the preparation of risk assessments and method statements.
* Manage and undertake regular environmental assurance activity to monitor compliance with environmental legislation, STRABAG environmental procedures, and client management plans. This may initially include some environmental monitoring, sampling, and data analysis to inform the operation of environmental controls.
* Be responsible for maintenance of records to support compliance with legislation, STRABAG requirements and client requirements. Gather, compile and report upon project specific information in line with STRABAG KPIs and the ESMS, including information required to fulfil various ISO certification requirements. Review trends, develop improvement initiatives and implement as required.
* Support the project team in the correct management of waste, identifying efficient waste segregation, determining preferred waste management options in line with the waste hierarchy and managing a programme of Duty of Care compliance audits. Manage and undertake due-diligence reviews of project information, identifying necessary permitting and consenting requirements and developing plans to deliver them. Manage the contribution of external consultants where required.
* Actively work with the project supply chain and procurement team to ensure that contractual requirements in respect to environmental standards and adherence are maintained. Manage a programme of supplier audits in accordance with STRABAG’s management systems and sustainable procurement policies.
* Lead the investigation of environmental incidents, dangerous occurrences, and near misses and support other teams in the investigation of other incidents as requested. Lead for the project in the development and management of environmental stakeholder relations, attending local stakeholder and regulatory meetings as requested by the client.
* Recruit, develop, upskill, mentor, and manage new project Environment & Sustainability team members as the scope of our work develops. Lead by example. Ensure high quality in their work and ensure that their health, safety, and welfare is appropriately managed.
* Take a leading role in collaboration within the wider national and international STRABAG Environment and Sustainability function and other teams within the organisation. This may include occasional travel to other STRABAG sites. Allocate a suitable amount of time to project visits, undertake inspections, gather and share best practices, upskill, and educate other project teams.
* Support the Director of Environment & Sustainability and the wider STRABAG business when required in knowledge sharing, bid support, strategy support etc.
* Participate in industry working groups and forums as required.
Qualifications
* Degree qualified (or experience equivalent to a degree).
* Full member of professional institution (e.g. IEMA, IES, CIWEM, CIEEM). Relevant chartered status.
* Full driving licence and willing to travel.
* CSCS Card (relevant type).
* A full nuclear sector security clearance will be required prior to appointment.
* Chartered Environmentalist.
* Significant environmental and sustainability management experience in the construction industry on large infrastructure projects or equivalent, comparable industry/projects.
* Representation of industry relevant working groups. Nuclear sector (particularly nuclear new build) experience would be advantageous.
* Experience working adjacent to European protected sites (SCA, SPA, RAMSAR) and/or groundwater management knowledge would be advantageous.
We offer
Competitive salary, life & accident cover, cycle to work scheme, discretionary corporate bonus scheme – to recognise exceptional performance, 25 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays). Please note: All applicants are requested to ensure that they can demonstrate their right to work in the UK.
About us
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STRABAG employs about 86,000 people at 2,400 locations around the world, working on progress. Our projects are characterised by their uniqueness and individual strengths, just like each and every one of us. From building construction and structural engineering, road construction and civil engineering, bridge building and tunnelling, project development, building materials production or facility management – we think ahead, and aim to become the most innovative and sustainable construction technology group in Europe. Equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion are an integral part of who we are as a company and how we operate. Together we work as partners to complete projects successfully and grow with new challenges. Together we achieve great things. Build the future with us!
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