Construction Impacts Officer

Construction Impacts Officer

Full-Time 49140 - 55000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
City of London

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage environmental impacts of construction projects in the vibrant City of London.
  • Company: Join the City of London Corporation, a leader in urban development.
  • Benefits: Flexible working, generous leave, and excellent professional growth opportunities.
  • Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on sustainability and community wellbeing.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference to urban life while working on high-profile projects.
  • Qualifications: Experience in environmental health or construction management is essential.

The predicted salary is between 49140 - 55000 £ per year.

  • Construction Impacts Officer
  • Contractual Hours: 35 hours per week
  • Basis: Full - Time, Permanent
  • Shape the Future of the City

The City of London is one of the world’s most dynamic and rapidly evolving urban environments, with major construction projects taking place alongside internationally significant businesses, historic buildings and residential communities.

We are seeking a highly motivated Construction Impacts Officer to help manage the environmental impacts associated with development and construction activity across the Square Mile.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of one of the UK’s most complex urban environments, ensuring that construction projects are delivered responsibly while protecting residents, businesses and visitors from noise, dust, vibration and other environmental impacts.

About the Role

  • Act as a key point of contact for major construction and demolition projects.
  • Monitor compliance with the City’s construction impact policies and standards.
  • Investigate complaints relating to construction noise, dust, vibration and associated nuisances.
  • Work collaboratively with developers, contractors, consultants and residents to resolve issues proactively.
  • Review Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), logistics plans and method statements.
  • Undertake inspections and site visits across a range of construction projects.
  • Analyse monitoring data and prepare reports, correspondence and enforcement recommendations.
  • Support the delivery of the City’s Considerate Construction and environmental improvement objectives.
  • Provide expert advice to internal and external stakeholders on construction environmental management.

About You

You will have

  • Experience working within environmental health, construction management, environmental protection, planning, regulatory services or a related field.
  • Knowledge of construction-related environmental impacts, including noise, dust, vibration and air quality.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
  • The ability to negotiate effective solutions while maintaining regulatory standards.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload.
  • Experience of interpreting legislation, guidance and technical data.

Ideally, you will also have

  • A qualification in Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Acoustics, Construction Management or a related discipline.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Control of Pollution Act 1974, Environmental Protection Act 1990 and associated guidance.
  • Experience working with large‑scale urban development projects.

What We Offer

  • The opportunity to influence major developments in one of the world’s leading financial centres.
  • A supportive and collaborative professional environment.
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
  • Excellent learning and development opportunities.
  • Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • Generous annual leave and wellbeing benefits.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference to the quality of life of those who live, work and visit the City of London.

You will work on some of the most high‑profile development projects in the country while helping to shape a sustainable, thriving and resilient city.

For further information regarding the post, please contact kate. alexander@cityoflondon. gov. uk or 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OENV1350 if you experience any difficulties.

A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.

The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation, to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.

Interview will be held W/c 24 August 2026 (Provisionally)

We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications. We therefore encourage you to apply early.

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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Environmental Health
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Environmental Protection
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Noise Management
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