Environmental and Sustainability Co Ordinator in Manchester

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Project Overview: The Project is the expansion of an existing process facility located on a Nuclear site in Capenhurst, Cheshire (UK). The facility is being expanded in response to changing market dynamics and will provide a major component of UK’s energy security strategy. The Project scope currently includes overseeing the delivery of FEED and co-ordinating the delivery of design deliverables to facilitate construction contract award. Subject to successful completion of FEED, there is the potential for a follow-on EPCM contract to be awarded for the main works contract. The role will initially be based at the project design office (Warrington), however travel to the project site (Capenhurst) will also be required. Flexibility in work location currently includes a minimum of three days per week in person attendance at project premises. The role will require full time in-person attendance on project site premises upon the commencement of site activity. Candidates will have or must be able to obtain an SC security clearance.

Job Summary: The successful candidate will:

• Assist with the management of specialist consultant teams to develop, integrate and implement all project-related licenses and consents critical to the success of the project.
• Assist Environment, Sustainability, Permitting and Consents Manager to ensure that legislative requirements are properly evaluated and interpreted and that plans are in place to achieve and maintain compliance with all necessary licenses and consents applicable to the assigned project.
• Provide sustainability support to the Urenco Kilns 3 & 4 project, supporting development and implementation of the project Sustainability Management Plan (SMP) and associated Plans and support the Net Zero Programme.

This position is designated as part-time work from home; it will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project (Tue/Wed/Thurs).

Major Responsibilities:

• Provides support to the Environment, Sustainability, Permitting and Consents Manager on the Kilns 3 & 4 project.
• Support development and implementation of the project Management Plans including Sustainability Management Plan (SMP).
• Support in reporting on environmental performance and sustainability, including support in tracking and reporting on the Project environmental sustainability performance through Project Sustainability Metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Assist in the management and recording of Environmental metrics, incidents and risks for the Project.
• Coordinate with the customer, other functions (i.e. engineering, procurement & construction) and stakeholders, to implement, monitor and facilitate progress of the sustainability programme as directed by the Environment, Sustainability, Permitting and Consents Manager.
• Assists with the management of programme, plan and delivery for all required land use planning consents and environmental permitting for construction and operation.
• Assist in the assembly and interpretation of environmental data, pertaining to water and soil contamination including at the construction site.

Education and Experience Requirements: Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and some relevant experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Relevant degree in town planning, environmental or sustainability related field.
• Knowledge of environmental key topics and issues on complex infrastructure construction projects.
• Knowledge of UK land use planning policy.
• Working knowledge of project and risk management processes and procedures.
• Understand basic environmental chemistry and its implications for the environment.
• Construction Site Safety - practices for working safely around plant and excavations.
• IT Skills including use of Microsoft packages for the management of the project workstreams.
• Good communication skills (oral & written) including negotiation and influencing skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships with a variety of people at different levels both internally and externally.
• Ability to organise and prioritise own work demands, set and meet deadlines and follow-through within a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain up-to-date working knowledge of relevant legislation and industry practice.
• Be cognisant of the applicable laws and regulations regarding the safe and authorised disposal of waste in the UK.
• Be knowledgeable in Habitat and Conservation requirements and able to apply these to the Project.

Total Rewards/Benefits: For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth.

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