Overview

Assystem, as a leading provider of project management, design, and construction supervision services within the nuclear industry, has aligned its strategy to support the switch to low-carbon energy while also recognizing transport and infrastructure systems as major influencing factors in the successful outcome of this strategy.

By acquiring Schofield Lothian in 2021, Assystem reaffirmed its commitment to the UK’s energy transition by combining strengths with a long-established provider of consultancy services to the transport and infrastructure sectors. This collaboration focuses on delivering sustainable performance improvements within four practice areas: Consents & Engagement, Commercial Management, Project Management, and Environment & Sustainability.

Prior to operating as Assystem Project Management & Consulting, our environmental team had already made significant progress in providing professional services within this area. Thanks to continued success and the additional opportunities offered through the Assystem network, we are in a position to build on this solid foundation.

Job Description

In joining the Assystem Environment Consents & Engagement Practice as an Environmental Consultant, you will form part of our established Environmental Management service offering.

The initial role would be as an on-site Environmental Manager for the EA2 Onshore Substation project, part of infrastructure development to boost offshore wind power energy production. Specifically, the role will involve:

  • Supporting the completion, submission, and assurance of environmental consents/permits, including discharge consents.
  • Authoring and updating the Construction Environmental Management Plan and related discipline plans.
  • Supporting project ecologists to raise awareness of site constraints and mitigations.
  • Liaising with local stakeholders, local authorities, the Environment Agency, contractors, or consultants.
  • Ensuring duty of care for waste on-site, including reviewing waste transfer notes/hazardous waste, reporting waste volumes, segregating waste on-site, and organizing/reviewing waste testing results (e.g., WAC tests).
  • Advising the project team on environmental risks and compliance, attending regular update meetings, and leading on environmental updates/progress.
  • Conducting regular site environmental inspections and targeted audits, sometimes with the client or project team, to identify and mitigate environmental risks such as pollution prevention measures.
  • Providing toolbox talks and training to the project team on environmental matters (e.g., presence of Great Crested Newts and spill kit training).
  • Reporting and investigating any incidents or near misses and raising and closing any actions.

Job Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

Essential:

  • Minimum associate membership of a relevant professional institute (e.g., IEMA, CIEEM).
  • An appreciation of significant environmental risks and opportunities in one or more sectors: construction, infrastructure, property, or energy.
  • Ability to adapt to clients’ environments, work individually and as part of a team, and lead, develop, manage, and motivate teams in a changing environment.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, including problem-solving, negotiation, management of meetings, and presentations.
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Office products.
  • Self-motivated and capable of working on your own initiative.
  • Ability to manage numerous activities and projects simultaneously—both short and long term.
  • Strong client relationship management skills.

Desirable:

  • Full membership of a relevant professional institute (e.g., IEMA, CIEEM) or Chartered Environmentalist status, or working toward it.
  • Master’s degree in a relevant subject.
  • Work experience in construction, infrastructure, property, or energy sectors.

Typical Work Activities / Key Accountabilities

Consultants are expected to work independently on projects or as part of a multidisciplinary team, managing their own tasks effectively. Support will be available as needed from specialists and senior consultants. Tasks and responsibilities will depend on the client, the project’s nature, and its stage.

Key Tasks:

  • Environmental Project Management: Leading site inspections and compliance audits, developing and implementing management processes, interpreting performance data, managing consents processes, advising teams on environmental issues, and liaising with stakeholders.
  • Sustainability Strategy: Conducting sustainability appraisals (e.g., using BREEAM Infrastructure), developing action plans for project objectives, and leading design reviews to enhance sustainable and innovative options.
  • Environmental Management System (EMS) Development: Leading EMS development and certification (e.g., ISO14001), implementing policies, managing audits, and rolling out communication/training plans.
  • Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA): Reviewing and drafting EIA chapters or coordinating processes to support planning applications.
  • Ecology Services: Assisting with habitat and protected species field surveys, report writing, data analysis, and subcontractor management.
  • Environmental Permitting: Managing and obtaining environmental consents, including Environment Agency permits and Section 61 Control of Pollution Act permits.
  • Undertaking other duties as appropriate, including business development and bid writing.

My Profile

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject.

Benefits Include:

  • Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution).
  • 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days.
  • Reimbursement of professional fees.
  • Flexible working.
  • Employee referral scheme.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote all forms of diversity within our company. We believe bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

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