Environmental Sustainability Advisor at Balfour Beatty Plc in Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

stakeholder liaison

waste management

water monitoring

noise monitoring

environmental planning

compliance inspection

Regular liaison with key environmental stakeholders including SEPA, NatureScot and Local authorities.
Maintaining a site waste management plan and collating the waste records for all waste movement offsite including those from subcontractors.
Undertaking and advising on water quality monitoring and sampling.
Undertaking and advising on noise and vibration monitoring.
Compiling requires environmental plans, method statements and risk assessments as part of the pre construction project phase.
Ensuing compliance with environmental legislation and the Environmental Statement commitments during all construction activities by way of regular site inspections.
Maintaining and collating sustainability records such as waste, carbon and material sourcing records including those from subcontractors.
Providing advice to construction teams regarding pollution prevention and environmental best practice – this may be in the form of developing management plans, delivering training, site inspections or chairing meetings.

Requirements

environmental legislation

waste management

pollution prevention

environmental inspections

problem solving

sustainability

Understanding of current environmental legislation and best practice relating to construction projects - including waste management, pollution prevention and material sourcing.
Familiarity with routine environmental inspections and reporting for construction projects.
Experience with Waste Duty of Care requirements and documents.
Ability to assist in problem solving for environmental and sustainability challenges and providing opportunities for environmental innovation.

Benefits

Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1909

Year Founded

The company was established in 1909, marking the beginning of its infrastructure legacy.

£10 billion

Annual Revenues

The company generated around £10 billion in revenue during the 2024 financial year.

FTSE 250

Stock Exchange Ranking

The company is listed among the top 250 firms on the FTSE Stock Exchange.

It finances, designs, constructs and maintains roads, rail, energy plants, water systems, buildings and communities.
Active across the UK, US, Hong Kong and Canada, it's known for ventures like HS2, Crossrail and major highway upgrades.
Known for innovation, it uses digital tools, off-site manufacturing and automated plant to enhance safety and efficiency.
An unusual highlight: it pioneered the Automated Cone Laying Machine, boosting roadworker safety on live highways.

Culture + Values

They focus on creating customer value and driving continuous improvement.
They are distinguished by their highly skilled colleagues and partners.
They deliver on their promises and prioritize doing the right thing.
They prioritize personal safety above all else.
They act responsibly to protect and enhance the planet and society.
They foster a culture of positive communication.
They collaborate tirelessly with their team and partners.
They encourage growth and development continuously.
They are committed to making a meaningful impact.
They value every individual and their contributions.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2045 & 2050

Emissions Reduction Targets

Aiming to achieve net zero for Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2045 and Scope 3 emissions by 2050.

50% Emissions Cut by 2030

Carbon Reduction Goal

Joined the UN Race to Zero, committing to halve 2020 carbon emissions by 2030.

40% Waste Reduction

UK Waste Intensity Target

Achieved a 40% reduction in UK waste intensity in 2023.

£3B Social Value by 2025

Community Investment Goal

Aiming to create £3 billion of UK social value by 2025, accelerated from the original 2030 target.

Over 300 people trained in Carbon Literacy by December 2023; 75% of UK highways procurement team completed Carbon Conscious Procurement training
Joined the UN Race to Zero – achieving net zero by 2050
Joined Cement 2 Zero trial to develop zero-emission cement, backed by £6.5 million government funding
First construction company to secure Scottish Government funding to retrofit fleet to dual-fuel, aiming for ~40% carbon reduction per vehicle

Inclusion & Diversity

60% by 2030

Minority Ethnic & Black Representation

Target to increase representation of Minority Ethnic and Black colleagues in the UK workforce by 60% from the 2021 baseline.

50% by 2030

Female Colleagues

Target to increase representation of female colleagues in the UK workforce by 50% from the 2021 baseline.

Board‑level sponsorship for equality, diversity & inclusion by Group CEO Leo Quinn

Articles

Careers – Job Search

Media Contacts

Fraud Warning (Recruitment Fraud)

Accessibility Statement

Role

Description

stakeholder liaison

waste management

water monitoring

noise monitoring

environmental planning

compliance inspection

Regular liaison with key environmental stakeholders including SEPA, NatureScot and Local authorities.
Maintaining a site waste management plan and collating the waste records for all waste movement offsite including those from subcontractors.
Undertaking and advising on water quality monitoring and sampling.
Undertaking and advising on noise and vibration monitoring.
Compiling requires environmental plans, method statements and risk assessments as part of the pre construction project phase.
Ensuing compliance with environmental legislation and the Environmental Statement commitments during all construction activities by way of regular site inspections.
Maintaining and collating sustainability records such as waste, carbon and material sourcing records including those from subcontractors.
Providing advice to construction teams regarding pollution prevention and environmental best practice – this may be in the form of developing management plans, delivering training, site inspections or chairing meetings.

Requirements

environmental legislation

waste management

pollution prevention

environmental inspections

problem solving

sustainability

Understanding of current environmental legislation and best practice relating to construction projects - including waste management, pollution prevention and material sourcing.
Familiarity with routine environmental inspections and reporting for construction projects.
Experience with Waste Duty of Care requirements and documents.
Ability to assist in problem solving for environmental and sustainability challenges and providing opportunities for environmental innovation.

Benefits

Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1909

Year Founded

The company was established in 1909, marking the beginning of its infrastructure legacy.

£10 billion

Annual Revenues

The company generated around £10 billion in revenue during the 2024 financial year.

FTSE 250

Stock Exchange Ranking

The company is listed among the top 250 firms on the FTSE Stock Exchange.

It finances, designs, constructs and maintains roads, rail, energy plants, water systems, buildings and communities.
Active across the UK, US, Hong Kong and Canada, it's known for ventures like HS2, Crossrail and major highway upgrades.
Known for innovation, it uses digital tools, off-site manufacturing and automated plant to enhance safety and efficiency.
An unusual highlight: it pioneered the Automated Cone Laying Machine, boosting roadworker safety on live highways.

Culture + Values

They focus on creating customer value and driving continuous improvement.
They are distinguished by their highly skilled colleagues and partners.
They deliver on their promises and prioritize doing the right thing.
They prioritize personal safety above all else.
They act responsibly to protect and enhance the planet and society.
They foster a culture of positive communication.
They collaborate tirelessly with their team and partners.
They encourage growth and development continuously.
They are committed to making a meaningful impact.
They value every individual and their contributions.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2045 & 2050

Emissions Reduction Targets

Aiming to achieve net zero for Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2045 and Scope 3 emissions by 2050.

50% Emissions Cut by 2030

Carbon Reduction Goal

Joined the UN Race to Zero, committing to halve 2020 carbon emissions by 2030.

40% Waste Reduction

UK Waste Intensity Target

Achieved a 40% reduction in UK waste intensity in 2023.

£3B Social Value by 2025

Community Investment Goal

Aiming to create £3 billion of UK social value by 2025, accelerated from the original 2030 target.

Over 300 people trained in Carbon Literacy by December 2023; 75% of UK highways procurement team completed Carbon Conscious Procurement training
Joined the UN Race to Zero – achieving net zero by 2050
Joined Cement 2 Zero trial to develop zero-emission cement, backed by £6.5 million government funding
First construction company to secure Scottish Government funding to retrofit fleet to dual-fuel, aiming for ~40% carbon reduction per vehicle

Inclusion & Diversity

60% by 2030

Minority Ethnic & Black Representation

Target to increase representation of Minority Ethnic and Black colleagues in the UK workforce by 60% from the 2021 baseline.

50% by 2030

Female Colleagues

Target to increase representation of female colleagues in the UK workforce by 50% from the 2021 baseline.

Board‑level sponsorship for equality, diversity & inclusion by Group CEO Leo Quinn

Articles

Careers – Job Search

Media Contacts

Fraud Warning (Recruitment Fraud)

Accessibility Statement