Ecology Manager - Lower Thames Crossing at Balfour Beatty Plc in London, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

strategy implementation

compliance audits

data reporting

environmental docs

work winning

team management

Leading environmental input into project mobilisation and close-out. Qualifications.
Representing sustainability in bids and client engagements
Act as a trusted advisor to Project Directors and senior stakeholders, providing strategic guidance on compliance and sustainability, and influencing decision-making to embed a culture of environmental leadership.
Lead the implementation of the Environmental Sustainability Strategy and Bridging the Gap actions across a portfolio of projects, a major project, or region, ensuring alignment with business priorities and Building New Futures commitments.
Communicate the concept of sustainable development
Line manage and develop Environmental Sustainability Advisors and Managers, ensuring capability, performance, and succession planning.
Oversee environmental compliance across the remit, including audits, inspections, and engagement with clients and regulators, ensuring adherence to ISO14001 and the Business Management System (BMS).
Translate sustainability data into operational improvements and ensure accurate reporting of performance, incidents, and KPIs via the Sustainability Portal and other client or business systems.
Drive continuous improvement by sharing best practice, lessons learned, and innovations across the remit.
Provide strategic sustainability expertise across the project lifecycle, including early-stage planning, permitting, and risk mitigation. Support the development and review of environmental documentation such as plans, permits, and assessments, and advise on embedding sustainability into work winning and operational delivery.
Communicate global mega-trends driving the need to transform the world to sustainability.
Represent the Environmental Sustainability function in work winning activities, responding to bespoke sustainability questions and promoting innovation.

Requirements

iso 14001

bms

renvp

cenv

sustainability leadership

team leadership

Business Management System (BMS) and ISO 14001
Environmental documentation and permitting
Demonstrate visible sustainability leadership across the portfolio, engaging regularly with project teams to promote accountability, collaboration, innovation and a sustainable mindset.
Degree in environmental / sustainability-related field preferred
Registered Environmental Practitioner (REnvP) preferred, may be working towards Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv)
Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and embed sustainability into project delivery.

Benefits

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

strategy implementation

compliance audits

data reporting

environmental docs

work winning

team management

Leading environmental input into project mobilisation and close-out. Qualifications.
Representing sustainability in bids and client engagements
Act as a trusted advisor to Project Directors and senior stakeholders, providing strategic guidance on compliance and sustainability, and influencing decision-making to embed a culture of environmental leadership.
Lead the implementation of the Environmental Sustainability Strategy and Bridging the Gap actions across a portfolio of projects, a major project, or region, ensuring alignment with business priorities and Building New Futures commitments.
Communicate the concept of sustainable development
Line manage and develop Environmental Sustainability Advisors and Managers, ensuring capability, performance, and succession planning.
Oversee environmental compliance across the remit, including audits, inspections, and engagement with clients and regulators, ensuring adherence to ISO14001 and the Business Management System (BMS).
Translate sustainability data into operational improvements and ensure accurate reporting of performance, incidents, and KPIs via the Sustainability Portal and other client or business systems.
Drive continuous improvement by sharing best practice, lessons learned, and innovations across the remit.
Provide strategic sustainability expertise across the project lifecycle, including early-stage planning, permitting, and risk mitigation. Support the development and review of environmental documentation such as plans, permits, and assessments, and advise on embedding sustainability into work winning and operational delivery.
Communicate global mega-trends driving the need to transform the world to sustainability.
Represent the Environmental Sustainability function in work winning activities, responding to bespoke sustainability questions and promoting innovation.

Requirements

iso 14001

bms

renvp

cenv

sustainability leadership

team leadership

Business Management System (BMS) and ISO 14001
Environmental documentation and permitting
Demonstrate visible sustainability leadership across the portfolio, engaging regularly with project teams to promote accountability, collaboration, innovation and a sustainable mindset.
Degree in environmental / sustainability-related field preferred
Registered Environmental Practitioner (REnvP) preferred, may be working towards Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv)
Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and embed sustainability into project delivery.

Benefits

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