Are you passionate about driving environmental sustainability in the construction industry? Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking team within a leading contractor, where you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact? If so, we want to hear from you! 

Laing O'Rourke is seeking an Environment Advisor to support multiple data centre projects across London and the surrounding areas. This is a roving, site-based role, requiring travel between project sites in support of the delivery teams while also contributing to Laing O'Rourke's wider Environmental and Sustainability function. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Conduct strategic analysis, planning, and implementation of environmental requirements, identifying risks and opportunities across projects. 

• Embed Laing O'Rourke's energy and environmental management systems, ensuring project compliance with sustainability requirements. 

• Identify and secure necessary consents, liaising with relevant authorities to meet project needs. 

• Investigate and report environmental incidents and non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are implemented. 

• Collect, analyse, and report environmental performance data, conducting regular site inspections. 

• Support project teams to embed contractual and client sustainability requirements, including assessments such as BREEAM and LEED. 

• Deliver environmental and energy-related training for project staff and operatives. 

• Provide technical advice and support on environmental matters to projects, clients, contractors, and the workforce. 

• Champion the company's environmental strategy, driving innovation and best practices across all projects. 

About You: 

We're looking for a proactive and passionate individual eager to develop their career in environmental management and sustainability within the construction industry. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm, strong engagement skills, and a willingness to learn. 

Key Skills & Experience: 

• A collaborative and influential environmental champion, driving innovation and positive change. 

• Strong organisational and time-management skills – a proactive self-starter who can manage workload effectively. 

• Ability to take a strategic approach to environmental planning and implement appropriate measures. 

• Proficiency in data collation, performance reporting, and Excel. 

• Technical knowledge of environmental processes and assessments such as BREEAM. 

• Strong stakeholder management, with the ability to communicate effectively and challenge constructively. 

• Understanding of ISO14001 and ISO50001 compliance requirements. 

• Relevant undergraduate degree in Environmental Management, Sustainability, Environmental Sciences, or a related field and/or membership of ISEP (formerly IEMA) or IES. 

About Us:      

Laing O'Rourke is dedicated to being a recognised leader in innovation and excellence in the construction industry. We focus on delivering projects that leave a lasting positive environmental legacy, driven by technical excellence in design, manufacturing, and construction.   

We offer a competitive remuneration package (base salary + car/travel allowance) with access to Private Medical Insurance; enhanced pension and parental leave schemes; Life/Dental/Critical illness insurance and income protection; 33 days holiday inc. bank holidays + 1 paid day for volunteering; professional development opportunities and more!      

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to everyone. If you need the application form in an alternative format or have any questions about our process, please contact our resourcing team at resourcingteam@laingorourke.com.    

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