Senior Environmental Manager at Equans in Leeds, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

ecological assessments

environmental audits

risk mitigation

compliance planning

technical management

client engagement

Act as a subject matter expert for ecology and other technical disciplines, advising project teams and clients.
Monitor emerging legislation and industry trends to keep Equans ahead of compliance requirements.
Develop and implement environmental management plans and risk mitigation strategies for construction activities.
Ensure adherence to UK and Ireland environmental legislation and Equans governance frameworks.
Conduct environmental audits and assessments to ensure regulatory adherence and best practice implementation.
Oversee ecological assessments and mitigation measures, ensuring biodiversity commitments are met.
Provide strategic leadership on environmental compliance and sustainability across infrastructure projects.
Drive continuous improvement and innovation in environmental monitoring, auditing, and reporting.
Lead environmental planning and compliance for all infrastructure projects, including construction environmental management.
Advise project managers on environmental risks and mitigation strategies across multiple technical areas.
Engage with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to maintain transparency and trust.
Manage technical disciplines such as noise, vibration, air quality, hydrology, contamination, and arboriculture.

Requirements

chartered

bsc

ecology

hydrology

auditing

construction

Should also be working towards chartered status with a recognised professional body (such as CIWEM, IEMA, or equivalent)
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related discipline is required
Requires technical knowledge across multiple disciplines, including ecology, noise, vibration, air quality, hydrology, land contamination, arboriculture, and environmental auditing
Proven ability to develop and implement environmental management plans
Experience in construction environmental management is essential

Benefits

2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
Private GP consultations
Cycle to work scheme
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Gym membership discounts
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
5% bonus
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Company car or car allowance
25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
Private health care (Single Use)
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Holiday purchase scheme

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

2021

Year of Formation

The company was born from the merger of ENGIE’s service brands in 2021.

€17B

Revenue Surge

The company's revenue surpassed €17 billion following Bouygues’ acquisition.

Teams across 20 countries design, build and operate complex systems—ranging from electrical networks to HVAC and robotics.
Typical flagship projects span high-voltage grids, data centres, EV charging, industrial cooling, fire safety and smart building tech.
A focus on industrial, energy and digital transitions positions the company as a key player in solar farms, smart factories and clean mobility.
Unusual strength in nuclear lifecycle services and clean-room engineering for pharma and microelectronics sets it apart.

Culture + Values

Safety First: Safety is a key value in everything Equans does.
Customer Focus: Equans is committed to building long-term relationships and providing value to customers.
Integrity: Equans operates with honesty and transparency.
Innovation: Encouraging a culture of innovation to create smarter solutions.
Teamwork: Equans promotes collaboration to achieve better results.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net Zero Commitment

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions.

Promoting solutions that optimize energy use for sustainability.
Driving waste reduction and recycling through its operations and services.
Focused on building and maintaining sustainable infrastructure projects.
Significant efforts are being made to reduce the carbon footprint of operations and services.

Inclusion & Diversity

2025 Target

Gender Parity in Leadership

Working towards achieving equal representation of genders in leadership positions by 2025.

Actively focusing on creating a diverse workforce through inclusive recruitment strategies.
Providing platforms for employees from diverse backgrounds to connect and support each other.

Articles

Our Solutions and Expertise

Facility Management

CERT‑Equans (cybersecurity team)

Role

Description

ecological assessments

environmental audits

risk mitigation

compliance planning

technical management

client engagement

Act as a subject matter expert for ecology and other technical disciplines, advising project teams and clients.
Monitor emerging legislation and industry trends to keep Equans ahead of compliance requirements.
Develop and implement environmental management plans and risk mitigation strategies for construction activities.
Ensure adherence to UK and Ireland environmental legislation and Equans governance frameworks.
Conduct environmental audits and assessments to ensure regulatory adherence and best practice implementation.
Oversee ecological assessments and mitigation measures, ensuring biodiversity commitments are met.
Provide strategic leadership on environmental compliance and sustainability across infrastructure projects.
Drive continuous improvement and innovation in environmental monitoring, auditing, and reporting.
Lead environmental planning and compliance for all infrastructure projects, including construction environmental management.
Advise project managers on environmental risks and mitigation strategies across multiple technical areas.
Engage with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to maintain transparency and trust.
Manage technical disciplines such as noise, vibration, air quality, hydrology, contamination, and arboriculture.

Requirements

chartered

bsc

ecology

hydrology

auditing

construction

Should also be working towards chartered status with a recognised professional body (such as CIWEM, IEMA, or equivalent)
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related discipline is required
Requires technical knowledge across multiple disciplines, including ecology, noise, vibration, air quality, hydrology, land contamination, arboriculture, and environmental auditing
Proven ability to develop and implement environmental management plans
Experience in construction environmental management is essential

Benefits

2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
Private GP consultations
Cycle to work scheme
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Gym membership discounts
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
5% bonus
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Company car or car allowance
25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
Private health care (Single Use)
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Holiday purchase scheme

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