Environmental Manager - Rail and Infrastructure

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We have a fantastic new opportunity for an Environmental Manager to join our Rail and Infrastructure team at Ground Control. This role will work in conjunction with internal and external stakeholders delivering key strategic objectives and innovation to deliver business and environmental project deliverables.

Key responsibilities will include;

• Liaise effectively with stakeholders influencing and negotiating to meet environmental requirements within the Rail and Infrastructure division
• Supporting the operational team from preconstruction with environmental advice ensuring environmental considerations are seamlessly integrated into the projects
• Providing expert guidance on environmentaland sustainability issues across our Rail and Infrastructure division
• Maintaining a thorough understanding of the regulatory and legislative framework related to environmental management

This is a key role for an experienced environmental expert ideally with a strong focus on Rail however we can consider candidates with a range of backgrounds across Construction Highways and Utilities companies.

You will need;

• Solid knowledge and experience of policy regulations standards metrics and tools relating to biodiversity environmental and sustainability standard as well as some general wildlife legislation across the UK and its application
• Experience of operating at a senior level leading the biodiversity elements of major projects and delivery of highquality deliverables
• To be a chartered Environmentalist or membership of an appropriate professional institution or equivalent experience
• Have experience in customer facing situations related to early customer engagement;
• Have high attention to detail especially with technical output excellence;
• Demonstrable experience of managing complex projects including commercial resourcing and scheduling activities
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

This is a hybrid role with plenty of working at home therefore we can be flexible on location however nationwide travel may be required from time to time therefore you must hold full UK driving licence

What we offer:

At Ground Control we believe in creating an inspirational environment and rewarding our employees for their hard work. We offer a wideranging benefits program supporting you to realise your full potential and are proud to be recognised as a great place to work:

Awards Accolades and Culture

• We have been awarded worldclass status for employee engagement in the 2023 best companies results ranking at #16 in the Top 100 Large Companies to Work For league table.

• CertifiedBCorp Accredited Ground Control has been certified by B Lab the notforprofit behind the B Corp movement as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to sustainable goals ahead of profit.

• We inclusively support The Race at Work Charter Ban the Box The Armed Forces Covenant and are Disability Confident

• We invest 5% of our profits into theEvergreen Fund an investment fund dedicated to sustainability and environmental initiatives.
  
• By 2025 we have committed to plantingtrees having a fully electric fleet and working towards achieving carbon net zero after becoming carbon neutral in 2020.

• 2 personal choice volunteering days with your fundraising efforts matched up to 500!

Perks and Benefits

• Free gym access if you are Head Office based or subsidised national gym memberships if you are based elsewhere.

• Nursery Vouchers Cycle to work scheme and Travel loans

• Medigold employee support Free Flu Jabs online private GP service and a premium subscription to Calm the wellbeing app

• A supportive entrepreneurial working environment that fosters collaboration.

• Training development coaching and mentoring plans including our GC Leadership Academy job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities

• Hybrid working opportunities with time in the office including breakfast Mondays and dog friendly Fridays.

• Financial benefits include yearly bonus scheme access to Wagestream and employee share options
  

How we work:

We put people at the centre of everything we do.
Everyone is welcome. Were embracing a culture where difference is valued. Your uniqueness will be celebrated. We believe diversity grows innovation and innovation creates initiative. Together well succeed in caring for each other caring for our communities and caring for our Environment. Together were stronger.

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