Location
South Oxford on project site
Hours
Full Time
Salary
Competitive remuneration package (base salary + car/travel allowance)
About the Role
Are you passionate about leading environmental excellence on large-scale construction projects? Ready to make a tangible impact on a complex site with challenging environmental constraints? Laing O'Rourke is seeking a highly skilled Environment Manager to join our team driving sustainable success on a flagship project. This is a unique opportunity to lead environmental performance on a major project, working within a collaborative partnership alongside some of the industry's leading contractors, consultants, and sustainability professionals.
Key responsibilities include managing environmental risks and ensuring best practice across all project phases from design through delivery. You will lead and oversee remediation activities alongside specialist contractors, ensuring environmental best practices and mitigation measures are rigorously applied. Collaboration with internal teams—including project leadership, design, and construction—is essential to develop robust construction methodologies and deliver client-ready environmental documentation.
You will develop and implement ISO 14001 compliant Environmental Management Systems (EMS), policies, and procedures. Managing and supervising direct and subcontractor site teams to ensure all activities align with environmental regulations and project goals is a core part of the role. You will serve as the primary liaison with external regulators and authorities, securing essential consents and permits to keep works on track. Additionally, you will support the leadership team by contributing detailed environmental insights to main works cost development and risk management.
Join Laing O'Rourke and take a leading role in a major UK project to help deliver a greener, more sustainable future.
About Us
Laing O'Rourke is dedicated to being a recognised leader in innovation and excellence in the construction industry. We focus on delivering projects that leave a lasting positive environmental legacy, driven by technical excellence in design, manufacturing, and construction.
We offer a competitive remuneration package including base salary and car/travel allowance, access to PMI, enhanced pension and parental leave schemes, Life/Dental/Critical illness insurance and income protection, 33 days holiday including bank holidays, professional development opportunities, and more.
As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we support candidates with long-term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview scheme' for applicants meeting essential criteria. We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all.
Experience
- Proven experience managing complex construction environments, particularly with remediation and ecology/arboriculture requirements
- Strong understanding of environmental legislation and management systems including ISO 14001 and ISO 50001
- Experience with environmental compliance on large-scale, multidisciplinary projects
- Familiarity with BREEAM, Biodiversity Net Gain, and carbon reduction strategies
- Knowledge of ISO 20400 and PAS 2080 standards is desired
About you
- Proactive and positive approach to adapt to evolving project needs and sustainability standards
- Adept at navigating environmental regulations and building strong relationships with regulators and stakeholders
- Strong leadership and coaching skills with the ability to set clear goals, establish and inspire teams, and empower others to deliver high environmental standards
Qualifications
- Degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences, Sustainability, or related field preferred
- Membership of a professional body such as IEMA, IES, or CIEEM is preferred
- LEED AP, BREEAM, DGNB, Green Star, Green Mark, WELL certification or similar sustainability credentials are advantageous
- Strong understanding of sustainable construction methodologies and environmental impact mitigation
