Environmental Manager - EPC Design Phase

ProjectZero; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the consulting sector seeks an Environmental Manager for the EPC Design Phase of a hydro project. The role entails ensuring environmental best practices and compliance with regulations throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should have significant experience in environmental management on large-scale infrastructure projects, particularly in Scotland. This position offers the potential to extend beyond the design phase, fostering a dynamic work environment focused on sustainability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in environmental management.
• Proven track record in compliance for UK/EU projects.
• Strong knowledge of Scottish environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental compliance efforts in EPC project designs.
• Ensure compliance with UK and Scottish environmental regulations.
• Coordinate environmental assessments and stakeholder consultations.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Sustainability

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Environmental Manager - EPC Design Phase

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Position: Environmental Manager – EPC Design Phase Hydro Project

Location: Highland, Scotland (UK)

Starting Date: 09/2025

Duration: Design phase (approx. 9 months, possibility to extend to the Procurement&Construction Phase)

Travel Requirements: Frequent travel to client site in Scotland – remote-working candidates must be UK-eligible

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental compliance and sustainability efforts during the design phase of the EPC project, ensuring integration of environmental best practices into design deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with UK and Scottish environmental regulations, including planning conditions, SEPA guidance, and EIA requirements.
• Support the environmental permitting process (e.g. CAR licenses, protected species licenses, water abstraction/discharge consents).
• Coordinate environmental assessments, impact mitigation planning, and stakeholder consultations related to the hydro scheme.
• Provide environmental input into design reviews, site selection, construction method planning, and risk assessments.
• Liaise with local authorities, statutory bodies, and environmental consultants to align on design-related environmental expectations.
• Monitor progress against environmental commitments made in the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and related planning approvals.
• Prepare and maintain environmental documentation, registers, and reports in line with ISO 14001 and client requirements.
• Participate in client and stakeholder meetings on-site in Scotland and represent the project’s environmental strategy.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in environmental management on large-scale infrastructure or renewable energy projects.
• Proven track record in environmental compliance for major UK/EU design and construction projects, preferably hydro or dam-related.
• Strong knowledge of Scottish environmental legislation, permitting procedures, and ecological constraints.
• Experience with EIA coordination, protected species assessments, and mitigation strategies for sensitive habitats.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems and stakeholder engagement processes.
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills; able to present to clients, regulators, and community stakeholders.
• Availability for regular travel to the Highlands region of Scotland and presence at client meetings; UK work eligibility is required.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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