Construction Environmental Planner

Job Location

Small Dole, West Sussex

Salary & Benefits

Up to £50,000, dependent on experience.

Discretionary bonus scheme, pension scheme with employer contributions, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, private healthcare, long term career progression and mentoring.

Job Overview

The Construction Environmental Planner works closely with operational teams, environmental specialists and external stakeholders to identify environmental risks, secure permits and consents, and implement practical environmental controls across a diverse portfolio of projects.

Responsibilities

• Identify environmental constraints, risks and mitigation requirements across construction projects.
• Review project information relating to habitats, protected species, contamination, hydrology, heritage assets and noise sensitive receptors.
• Prepare and coordinate environmental permits, licences and consents.
• Produce, maintain and implement Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs).
• Support site teams through environmental briefings, inspections and toolbox talks.
• Coordinate environmental monitoring activities and ensure compliance reporting requirements are met.
• Liaise with regulators, specialist consultants, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, planning conditions and company management systems.
• Support environmental incident investigations and implementation of corrective actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and environmental best practice across the business.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years' experience within an environmental role in construction, civil engineering or consultancy.
• Experience of environmental permitting, compliance and management planning.
• Strong understanding of UK environmental legislation and permitting requirements.
• Experience supporting site teams and implementing environmental controls on live projects.
• Knowledge of pollution prevention, waste management and sustainable construction practices.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office365 applications.
• Experience with GIS, environmental reporting systems or document management platforms advantageous.
• CSCS card or equivalent site safety qualification.
• Full UK driving licence.
• IEMA practitioner membership or working towards professional accreditation desirable.