Environmental Manager in Saxmundham

Environmental Manager (Construction) - Temp to Perm

Location: Saxmundham, Suffolk

Job Type: Temporary to Permanent

Salary: Competitive (DOE)

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Environmental Manager to join a major infrastructure project based in Saxmundham, Suffolk. This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity offering long-term career prospects for the right candidate. We are looking for a proactive Environmental Manager with a strong background in construction and sustainability to lead environmental compliance across a complex infrastructure project. Youll provide expert environmental guidance to project teams, ensure compliance with legislation and client requirements, and drive sustainability initiatives throughout the project lifecycle. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile project where youll play a key role in delivering environmental excellence while supporting wider sustainability objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the environmental subject matter expert for the project team.
• Develop, implement and maintain the projects Environmental Management System (EMS).
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, permits and client requirements.
• Identify environmental risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Deliver environmental training and awareness across site teams.
• Carry out environmental audits, inspections and support external audits.
• Investigate environmental incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Produce environmental reports, KPI data and sustainability performance updates.
• Support carbon reduction, biodiversity, waste reduction and wider sustainability initiatives.
• Promote environmental best practice and continuous improvement across the project.
• Attend client meetings and liaise with regulators and key stakeholders where required.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years experience in environmental management within construction, civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Professional membership with a recognised environmental body such as IEMA, CIWEM or CIWM.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems.
• Experience assessing environmental aspects and impacts and implementing effective control measures.
• Good understanding of UK environmental legislation and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of sustainability principles including carbon reduction, circular economy, biodiversity, waste management and social sustainability.
• Experience conducting environmental audits and inspections.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced project environment.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Experience

• Ecology and biodiversity
• Air quality
• Noise and vibration
• Water resources and flood risk
• Waste and materials management
• Climate change and carbon management
• Planning and environmental permitting
• BREEAM Infrastructure
• Community and stakeholder engagement

What Were Looking For

• Passionate about environmental compliance and sustainability.
• Collaborative and able to build strong working relationships.
• Organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident influencing project teams and stakeholders.
• Proactive in identifying risks and delivering practical environmental solutions.
• Committed to continuous improvement and high standards.

Whats on Offer

• Temporary to permanent opportunity.
• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Long-term career prospects.
• Opportunity to work on a major infrastructure project.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development.