Planner - Rail & Civil Engineering Leeds 50,000 - 75,000 + package I'm currently working with a well-established and growing civil engineering and infrastructure contractor based in Morley, Leeds, who are looking to add an experienced Planner to their team. The business delivers major infrastructure and civil engineering projects, including projects within a rail environment, and this is a good opportunity for someone who wants to play a key role in the planning and delivery of projects from pre-construction through to completion. I'm looking for someone who has strong project management and project planning experience, ideally gained within rail, civil engineering or infrastructure, alongside solid experience using Primavera P6. The Role As Planner, you'll work closely with Project Managers, Site Teams and the wider commercial and operational teams to develop, manage and maintain project programmes across a range of projects. Your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining detailed project programmes Producing and updating programmes using Primavera P6 Planning and programming projects within a rail environment Working with Project Managers and Site Teams to monitor progress against programme Identifying delays, risks and potential mitigation measures Producing progress reports and programme updates Supporting project teams with short, medium and long-term planning Reviewing project performance and identifying areas for improvement Managing programme changes and assessing their impact on project delivery Working closely with commercial teams to understand programme and cost implications Supporting pre-construction and tendering activities Attending progress, planning and project review meetings Providing clear programme information to senior management and clients We're looking for someone with a strong background in project planning and project management, ideally with experience working on rail projects or within the wider rail infrastructure environment. Your Experiece Proven experience as a Planner / Senior Planner / Project Planner Strong Primavera P6 experience Previous project management or project delivery experience Experience working on rail, civil engineering or infrastructure projects Good understanding of construction programmes, critical paths and dependencies Experience monitoring progress and identifying programme risks Understanding of construction methodologies and sequencing Experience working within a complex and highly regulated project environment Strong communication and organisational skills The ability to work closely with Project Managers, Site Teams and commercial teams A relevant construction, engineering or project management qualification would be advantageous Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
21/08/2026
Full time
Planner - Rail & Civil Engineering Leeds 50,000 - 75,000 + package I'm currently working with a well-established and growing civil engineering and infrastructure contractor based in Morley, Leeds, who are looking to add an experienced Planner to their team. The business delivers major infrastructure and civil engineering projects, including projects within a rail environment, and this is a good opportunity for someone who wants to play a key role in the planning and delivery of projects from pre-construction through to completion. I'm looking for someone who has strong project management and project planning experience, ideally gained within rail, civil engineering or infrastructure, alongside solid experience using Primavera P6. The Role As Planner, you'll work closely with Project Managers, Site Teams and the wider commercial and operational teams to develop, manage and maintain project programmes across a range of projects. Your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining detailed project programmes Producing and updating programmes using Primavera P6 Planning and programming projects within a rail environment Working with Project Managers and Site Teams to monitor progress against programme Identifying delays, risks and potential mitigation measures Producing progress reports and programme updates Supporting project teams with short, medium and long-term planning Reviewing project performance and identifying areas for improvement Managing programme changes and assessing their impact on project delivery Working closely with commercial teams to understand programme and cost implications Supporting pre-construction and tendering activities Attending progress, planning and project review meetings Providing clear programme information to senior management and clients We're looking for someone with a strong background in project planning and project management, ideally with experience working on rail projects or within the wider rail infrastructure environment. Your Experiece Proven experience as a Planner / Senior Planner / Project Planner Strong Primavera P6 experience Previous project management or project delivery experience Experience working on rail, civil engineering or infrastructure projects Good understanding of construction programmes, critical paths and dependencies Experience monitoring progress and identifying programme risks Understanding of construction methodologies and sequencing Experience working within a complex and highly regulated project environment Strong communication and organisational skills The ability to work closely with Project Managers, Site Teams and commercial teams A relevant construction, engineering or project management qualification would be advantageous Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
Senior Planner A great opportunity for an experienced Senior Planner to join a leading contractor in the south. The successful Senior Planner will join a thriving and collaborative team with a strong culture on personal and professional development. With the company investing in your career, not only will you be able to develop your professional skills, but as the successful Senior Planner, you will have the opportunity to work on some of the UKs most prestigious infrastructure projects. The opportunity would suit a Senior Planner with experience in civil engineering, and ideally have previous site experience. The successful Senior Planner will likely have the following skills and experience. Person Profile Degree qualified or equivalent experience ideally in civil engineering or related discipline. Experience in working on large scale, multi-discipline civil engineering projects. Proficient in the use of software such as primavera. Skilled in project management, including project controls, cost & risk analysis. Be self-driven with strong attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ideally have some experience working in highways or rail. In return the successful Senior Planner will receive a competitive base salary and benefits package and work on exciting and purposeful projects. If you are an experienced Senior Planner and looking to join a growing and thriving contractor, please respond by applying to the position.
20/08/2026
Full time
Senior Planner A great opportunity for an experienced Senior Planner to join a leading contractor in the south. The successful Senior Planner will join a thriving and collaborative team with a strong culture on personal and professional development. With the company investing in your career, not only will you be able to develop your professional skills, but as the successful Senior Planner, you will have the opportunity to work on some of the UKs most prestigious infrastructure projects. The opportunity would suit a Senior Planner with experience in civil engineering, and ideally have previous site experience. The successful Senior Planner will likely have the following skills and experience. Person Profile Degree qualified or equivalent experience ideally in civil engineering or related discipline. Experience in working on large scale, multi-discipline civil engineering projects. Proficient in the use of software such as primavera. Skilled in project management, including project controls, cost & risk analysis. Be self-driven with strong attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ideally have some experience working in highways or rail. In return the successful Senior Planner will receive a competitive base salary and benefits package and work on exciting and purposeful projects. If you are an experienced Senior Planner and looking to join a growing and thriving contractor, please respond by applying to the position.
Our client, a leading consultancy within the construction sector, is currently seeking a Senior Planner for complex construction projects. This contract role focuses on early-stage PMO setup environments and works within diverse sectors including pharmaceutical, airports, data centres, and buildings. Key Responsibilities: Establishing planning governance, procedures, and processes during early project conception stages Supporting the development and implementation of project plans Managing project schedules and ensuring alignment with overall project goals Working closely with project managers, stakeholders, and various teams to ensure cohesive planning Monitoring project progress and making adjustments as required Providing comprehensive planning input for major live complex design and build projects Ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices Reporting and presenting project status updates to senior management and clients Job Requirements: Significant experience in project planning within early-stage PMO setups Experience working on major live complex design and build construction projects, such as airport terminals, data centres, pharmaceutical plants, hospitals, or major rail station programmes Strong understanding of planning governance, procedures, and processes Excellent project management skills and attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a hybrid working environment Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Proficiency in project planning software and tools Relevant qualifications in project planning or construction management Requirements: Contract role based in London with hybrid working options Position is outside IR35 If you have extensive experience in early-stage PMO setups and are looking for a challenging role in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's team and contribute to some of the most complex and exciting construction projects in London.
12/08/2026
Contract
Our client, a leading consultancy within the construction sector, is currently seeking a Senior Planner for complex construction projects. This contract role focuses on early-stage PMO setup environments and works within diverse sectors including pharmaceutical, airports, data centres, and buildings. Key Responsibilities: Establishing planning governance, procedures, and processes during early project conception stages Supporting the development and implementation of project plans Managing project schedules and ensuring alignment with overall project goals Working closely with project managers, stakeholders, and various teams to ensure cohesive planning Monitoring project progress and making adjustments as required Providing comprehensive planning input for major live complex design and build projects Ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices Reporting and presenting project status updates to senior management and clients Job Requirements: Significant experience in project planning within early-stage PMO setups Experience working on major live complex design and build construction projects, such as airport terminals, data centres, pharmaceutical plants, hospitals, or major rail station programmes Strong understanding of planning governance, procedures, and processes Excellent project management skills and attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a hybrid working environment Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Proficiency in project planning software and tools Relevant qualifications in project planning or construction management Requirements: Contract role based in London with hybrid working options Position is outside IR35 If you have extensive experience in early-stage PMO setups and are looking for a challenging role in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's team and contribute to some of the most complex and exciting construction projects in London.
Senior Planner Heavy Civils / Rail Location: Uxbridge Full-Time, Office Based Salary: Competitive Salary + Package Position: Permanent We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Planner to join a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering complex rail and infrastructure projects across London and the Southeast. This is a senior planning position supporting projects from tender stage through to live delivery, working closely with operational, commercial and engineering teams to develop and manage robust construction programmes. We are particularly interested in Senior Planners with strong rail and heavy civils experience, including track works, possessions and platform renewals. The Role As Senior Planner, you will take responsibility for the development, management and monitoring of detailed project programmes, ensuring works are effectively planned, sequenced and delivered. Key responsibilities will include: Develop, manage and maintain detailed programmes using Primavera P6. Produce tender programmes and provide planning input into bid submissions. Plan and programme track works, rail possessions, platform renewals and associated heavy civils. Develop construction sequences around operational railway and possession constraints. Identify critical paths, programme risks, interfaces and potential delays. Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers and site teams to monitor progress against programme. Produce programme updates, lookaheads, progress reports and performance analysis. Develop mitigation and recovery programmes where required. Assess the programme impact of project changes and delays. Provide senior planning input and challenge to project delivery teams. Attend and contribute to internal and client programme meetings. About You To be considered, you will need: Proven experience as a Senior Planner within rail, heavy civils or major infrastructure. Strong rail project experience, ideally covering track works, possessions and platform renewals. Strong understanding of heavy civil engineering construction and sequencing. Excellent working knowledge of Primavera P6. Experience producing and managing programmes from tender through to construction. Strong understanding of critical path analysis, programme risk and mitigation. Experience working closely with operational and site delivery teams. Knowledge of NEC contracts would be advantageous. Strong communication skills with the confidence to influence and challenge project teams. What's on Offer Competitive salary and package. Strong pipeline of secured rail and infrastructure work. Complex and high-profile rail projects. Long-term career and progression opportunities. Established and supportive project team. This is a full-time, office-based role in Uxbridge and would suit an experienced Senior Planner with a strong background in rail, track works, possessions, platform renewals and heavy civils. If you're an experienced Senior Planner looking for your next opportunity, we'd like to hear from you.
12/08/2026
Full time
Senior Planner Heavy Civils / Rail Location: Uxbridge Full-Time, Office Based Salary: Competitive Salary + Package Position: Permanent We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Planner to join a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering complex rail and infrastructure projects across London and the Southeast. This is a senior planning position supporting projects from tender stage through to live delivery, working closely with operational, commercial and engineering teams to develop and manage robust construction programmes. We are particularly interested in Senior Planners with strong rail and heavy civils experience, including track works, possessions and platform renewals. The Role As Senior Planner, you will take responsibility for the development, management and monitoring of detailed project programmes, ensuring works are effectively planned, sequenced and delivered. Key responsibilities will include: Develop, manage and maintain detailed programmes using Primavera P6. Produce tender programmes and provide planning input into bid submissions. Plan and programme track works, rail possessions, platform renewals and associated heavy civils. Develop construction sequences around operational railway and possession constraints. Identify critical paths, programme risks, interfaces and potential delays. Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers and site teams to monitor progress against programme. Produce programme updates, lookaheads, progress reports and performance analysis. Develop mitigation and recovery programmes where required. Assess the programme impact of project changes and delays. Provide senior planning input and challenge to project delivery teams. Attend and contribute to internal and client programme meetings. About You To be considered, you will need: Proven experience as a Senior Planner within rail, heavy civils or major infrastructure. Strong rail project experience, ideally covering track works, possessions and platform renewals. Strong understanding of heavy civil engineering construction and sequencing. Excellent working knowledge of Primavera P6. Experience producing and managing programmes from tender through to construction. Strong understanding of critical path analysis, programme risk and mitigation. Experience working closely with operational and site delivery teams. Knowledge of NEC contracts would be advantageous. Strong communication skills with the confidence to influence and challenge project teams. What's on Offer Competitive salary and package. Strong pipeline of secured rail and infrastructure work. Complex and high-profile rail projects. Long-term career and progression opportunities. Established and supportive project team. This is a full-time, office-based role in Uxbridge and would suit an experienced Senior Planner with a strong background in rail, track works, possessions, platform renewals and heavy civils. If you're an experienced Senior Planner looking for your next opportunity, we'd like to hear from you.
Senior Planner (Primavera P6) - 18-Month Fixed Term Contract Location: London (preferred) or Birmingham Hybrid Working We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Planner to join a major transport and infrastructure organisation's Programme Management Office (PMO) on an 18-month fixed-term contract. This is a unique opportunity for a Primavera P6 specialist to support a nationally significant programme. Unlike a traditional planning role focused on critical path analysis, resource levelling or project controls, this position is centred on programme governance, assurance, reporting and compliance. Reporting to the PMO Director, you will lead a small planning function, manage a Planner and Reporting Systems Analyst, while acting as the subject matter expert for planning standards, schedule governance and programme reporting. The Role You will be responsible for the development, maintenance and reporting of multiple programme schedules that support governance, contractual commitments and business decision-making. Working across a complex portfolio, you will ensure schedules remain the single source of truth for programme milestones, business plan commitments and performance reporting. Using Primavera P6, Progress Reporter and Timesheets, you will oversee resource planning data, reporting processes and interfaces with finance and wider programme stakeholders. You will also support annual business planning, programme re-baselining and schedule integration with external industry partners. Key Responsibilities Lead the production, maintenance and governance of programme schedules in Primavera P6. Manage planning activities supporting contractual commitments, annual planning cycles and programme re-baselining. Ensure schedules accurately reflect approved baselines, milestones and planning assumptions. Deliver governance, compliance and milestone assurance reporting to senior stakeholders. Develop and improve planning standards, processes and reporting frameworks. Support programme delivery through scenario planning and schedule performance analysis. Manage P6 resource planning, Progress Reporter and Timesheet processes. Partner with Finance to support periodic reporting and forecasting activities. Build effective relationships with internal teams, government stakeholders and industry partners. Lead, coach and develop the planning team. About You Essential: Extensive hands-on Primavera P6 experience. Strong understanding of programme planning, governance and reporting. Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder programme schedules. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Previous experience leading or mentoring planning professionals. Degree-level qualification or equivalent project delivery experience. Membership of a recognised professional body. Desirable: Rail, transport or major infrastructure experience. Experience within government-funded or regulated programme environments. Experience working with external delivery partners and schedule integration activities. This role would suit a Senior Planner who enjoys operating within a dynamic PMO environment where planning is a key governance and assurance function. If you're looking for an opportunity to influence programme delivery at a strategic level, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now. Interviews will be taking place over the next two weeks, from 17th August.
11/08/2026
Full time
Senior Planner (Primavera P6) - 18-Month Fixed Term Contract Location: London (preferred) or Birmingham Hybrid Working We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Planner to join a major transport and infrastructure organisation's Programme Management Office (PMO) on an 18-month fixed-term contract. This is a unique opportunity for a Primavera P6 specialist to support a nationally significant programme. Unlike a traditional planning role focused on critical path analysis, resource levelling or project controls, this position is centred on programme governance, assurance, reporting and compliance. Reporting to the PMO Director, you will lead a small planning function, manage a Planner and Reporting Systems Analyst, while acting as the subject matter expert for planning standards, schedule governance and programme reporting. The Role You will be responsible for the development, maintenance and reporting of multiple programme schedules that support governance, contractual commitments and business decision-making. Working across a complex portfolio, you will ensure schedules remain the single source of truth for programme milestones, business plan commitments and performance reporting. Using Primavera P6, Progress Reporter and Timesheets, you will oversee resource planning data, reporting processes and interfaces with finance and wider programme stakeholders. You will also support annual business planning, programme re-baselining and schedule integration with external industry partners. Key Responsibilities Lead the production, maintenance and governance of programme schedules in Primavera P6. Manage planning activities supporting contractual commitments, annual planning cycles and programme re-baselining. Ensure schedules accurately reflect approved baselines, milestones and planning assumptions. Deliver governance, compliance and milestone assurance reporting to senior stakeholders. Develop and improve planning standards, processes and reporting frameworks. Support programme delivery through scenario planning and schedule performance analysis. Manage P6 resource planning, Progress Reporter and Timesheet processes. Partner with Finance to support periodic reporting and forecasting activities. Build effective relationships with internal teams, government stakeholders and industry partners. Lead, coach and develop the planning team. About You Essential: Extensive hands-on Primavera P6 experience. Strong understanding of programme planning, governance and reporting. Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder programme schedules. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Previous experience leading or mentoring planning professionals. Degree-level qualification or equivalent project delivery experience. Membership of a recognised professional body. Desirable: Rail, transport or major infrastructure experience. Experience within government-funded or regulated programme environments. Experience working with external delivery partners and schedule integration activities. This role would suit a Senior Planner who enjoys operating within a dynamic PMO environment where planning is a key governance and assurance function. If you're looking for an opportunity to influence programme delivery at a strategic level, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now. Interviews will be taking place over the next two weeks, from 17th August.
Atheray Stone are currently recruiting for an Estimator to work for a UK wide contractor, who are continuing to grow their Rail business and looking for additional Estimating support. This role can be based out of the Northwest or Midlands offices. As an Estimator, you will play a crucial role in the preparation, development, and delivery of competitive and commercially sound tenders. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission Develop robust, competitive and cost-effective pricing strategies Collaborate with internal teams to define bid-winning approaches and methodologies Prepare detailed estimates using first principles Carry out take-offs from drawings and technical documentation Assess and manage risk and opportunity pricing within tenders Engage with the supply chain to obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations Work closely with Planners and delivery teams to ensure realistic resourcing and programme alignment Present tender proposals to senior management for review and approval Support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the estimating function Mentor and support junior team members where appropriate Essential: Proven experience as an Estimator within civil engineering / infrastructure Strong experience in multi-disciplinary projects and/or frameworks Solid understanding of first principles estimating Ability to analyse technical information and translate it into accurate cost plans Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail Excellent communication and collaboration skills
07/08/2026
Full time
Atheray Stone are currently recruiting for an Estimator to work for a UK wide contractor, who are continuing to grow their Rail business and looking for additional Estimating support. This role can be based out of the Northwest or Midlands offices. As an Estimator, you will play a crucial role in the preparation, development, and delivery of competitive and commercially sound tenders. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission Develop robust, competitive and cost-effective pricing strategies Collaborate with internal teams to define bid-winning approaches and methodologies Prepare detailed estimates using first principles Carry out take-offs from drawings and technical documentation Assess and manage risk and opportunity pricing within tenders Engage with the supply chain to obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations Work closely with Planners and delivery teams to ensure realistic resourcing and programme alignment Present tender proposals to senior management for review and approval Support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the estimating function Mentor and support junior team members where appropriate Essential: Proven experience as an Estimator within civil engineering / infrastructure Strong experience in multi-disciplinary projects and/or frameworks Solid understanding of first principles estimating Ability to analyse technical information and translate it into accurate cost plans Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail Excellent communication and collaboration skills
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Planner to join a leading rail infrastructure contractor delivering major rail and civil engineering projects across the South. Working as part of an established planning team, you will play a key role in developing, maintaining and monitoring project programmes, supporting successful project delivery from tender stage through to completion. This role is ideal for an experienced planner looking to take ownership of complex projects while developing towards a Principal Planner position. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 . Produce integrated programmes covering design, procurement and construction activities. Monitor project progress and update programmes to reflect current performance. Identify programme risks, critical path activities and opportunities for improvement. Prepare programme reports, including progress updates, look-ahead schedules and earned value analysis. Support project teams in developing recovery programmes where required. Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers and commercial teams to ensure programmes accurately reflect project delivery. Assist with planning during tender and pre-construction phases. Participate in programme review meetings with clients and key stakeholders. Promote planning best practice and contribute to continuous improvement across the planning function. About You You'll be an experienced planner with a strong understanding of rail and civil engineering projects, excellent analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. Essential Experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within the rail and civil engineering sector. Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6 . Good understanding of construction methodologies, project sequencing and programme management. Experience monitoring project performance and producing programme updates. Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) and project controls principles. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Previous experience supporting the delivery of complex infrastructure projects. Desirable Experience using Primavera P6 Cloud. Knowledge of NEC contracts. Previous site-based planning experience. Membership of a relevant professional institution or working towards professional accreditation. Full UK driving licence. Projects You'll work across a varied portfolio of rail infrastructure schemes, including: Station upgrades and enhancements Bridges and structures Tunnels Earthworks and drainage Access for All projects Multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure programmes
06/08/2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Planner to join a leading rail infrastructure contractor delivering major rail and civil engineering projects across the South. Working as part of an established planning team, you will play a key role in developing, maintaining and monitoring project programmes, supporting successful project delivery from tender stage through to completion. This role is ideal for an experienced planner looking to take ownership of complex projects while developing towards a Principal Planner position. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 . Produce integrated programmes covering design, procurement and construction activities. Monitor project progress and update programmes to reflect current performance. Identify programme risks, critical path activities and opportunities for improvement. Prepare programme reports, including progress updates, look-ahead schedules and earned value analysis. Support project teams in developing recovery programmes where required. Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers and commercial teams to ensure programmes accurately reflect project delivery. Assist with planning during tender and pre-construction phases. Participate in programme review meetings with clients and key stakeholders. Promote planning best practice and contribute to continuous improvement across the planning function. About You You'll be an experienced planner with a strong understanding of rail and civil engineering projects, excellent analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. Essential Experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within the rail and civil engineering sector. Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6 . Good understanding of construction methodologies, project sequencing and programme management. Experience monitoring project performance and producing programme updates. Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) and project controls principles. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Previous experience supporting the delivery of complex infrastructure projects. Desirable Experience using Primavera P6 Cloud. Knowledge of NEC contracts. Previous site-based planning experience. Membership of a relevant professional institution or working towards professional accreditation. Full UK driving licence. Projects You'll work across a varied portfolio of rail infrastructure schemes, including: Station upgrades and enhancements Bridges and structures Tunnels Earthworks and drainage Access for All projects Multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure programmes
Environmental Manager Align JV Location: Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire Working Pattern: Hybrid working with typically 3 days on site or office 2 days home - can also work from Euston office (must be on site Rickmansworth 1 day a week) Salary: £55,000 to £66,048 plus 12% Pension, Health + 25 Days Programme: HS2, Align Joint Venture Main Works Civils Contract Then you will move to one of the other contracts Career Progression: Senior Environmental Manager £90,000 to £100,000 plus pkg Help Deliver the Environmental Legacy of Britain's Largest Infrastructure Project Charlton Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of HS2 Ltd for an Environmental Manager to join the client team overseeing one of the most environmentally significant sections of the HS2 programme. This is an exciting opportunity to work across three of the most iconic engineering and environmental assets on the entire project. You'll support the successful delivery and long-term environmental legacy of: Colne Valley Viaduct, the UK's longest railway bridge The 16km Chiltern Twin Bored Tunnel, the longest tunnel on HS2 Colne Valley Western Slopes, the largest landscape and habitat creation scheme across the entire HS2 programme Working within the Integrated Project Team alongside Align Joint Venture, you'll provide environmental assurance throughout construction, technical handover and environmental restoration, ensuring environmental commitments are delivered safely, compliantly and to the highest standards. We're keen to hear from both Environmental Generalists and Environmental Specialists including Ecology, Air Quality, Noise, Carbon, Water, Landscape and Environmental Planning professionals who are looking to broaden their experience across a major infrastructure programme. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills at essential, with the confidence to provide constructive challenge and work collaboratively with Tier 1 contractors to ensure environmental commitments are met, risks are appropriately managed and value for money is achieved. The Role Reporting to the Senior Environmental Manager, you'll work across multiple environmental disciplines, supporting engineering teams, contractors and technical specialists to ensure environmental obligations are achieved throughout construction and into operational handover. You'll also play an important role in monitoring landscape establishment and ecological mitigation, helping create one of the UK's largest environmental legacies. Key Responsibilities Provide client side environmental assurance across the Align Main Works Civils Contract Ensure compliance with Environmental Minimum Requirements and environmental legislation Review contractor environmental submissions and technical documentation Support technical assurance and project stage gate approvals Monitor environmental mitigation throughout construction Support the technical handover of major infrastructure assets Monitor landscape creation and ecological mitigation activities Challenge contractors to achieve environmental compliance and best practice Support environmental audits, reporting and performance monitoring Work collaboratively with technical specialists across multiple environmental disciplines Identify environmental risks and support practical mitigation solutions Build effective relationships with contractors, regulators and project stakeholders About You We're open to candidates from a broad range of environmental backgrounds, including generalists and specialists in ecology, acoustics, air quality, carbon, contaminated land or other disciplines, from contractor, consultant, client or statutory authority backgrounds. What matters most is your ability to apply your environmental knowledge in a complex construction environment, ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and confidence to challenge and manage challenging stakeholders and work collaboratively to deliver environmental commitments. The client-side assurance and influencing aspects of the role will be developed and supported as you gain experience within the Integrated Project Team. Typical backgrounds include: Environmental Manager Environmental Advisor Environmental Consultant Ecologist Air Quality Consultant Noise and Vibration Specialist Carbon Specialist Environmental Planner Water Environment Specialist You'll also have: Experience working on major infrastructure or construction projects Good knowledge of UK environmental legislation and environmental management Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills A practical and collaborative approach to solving environmental challenges Full UK driving licence Why Join HS2? Work across three of the most significant engineering and environmental assets on HS2 Gain experience across construction, environmental restoration and technical asset handover Develop into a broad Environmental Manager working across multiple environmental disciplines Clear progression to Senior Environmental Manager Excellent benefits including 12% Employer Pension, Private Healthcare and hybrid working If you're looking for an Environmental Management role that offers genuine variety, technical challenge and the opportunity to leave a lasting environmental legacy, we'd love to hear from you.
05/08/2026
Full time
Environmental Manager Align JV Location: Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire Working Pattern: Hybrid working with typically 3 days on site or office 2 days home - can also work from Euston office (must be on site Rickmansworth 1 day a week) Salary: £55,000 to £66,048 plus 12% Pension, Health + 25 Days Programme: HS2, Align Joint Venture Main Works Civils Contract Then you will move to one of the other contracts Career Progression: Senior Environmental Manager £90,000 to £100,000 plus pkg Help Deliver the Environmental Legacy of Britain's Largest Infrastructure Project Charlton Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of HS2 Ltd for an Environmental Manager to join the client team overseeing one of the most environmentally significant sections of the HS2 programme. This is an exciting opportunity to work across three of the most iconic engineering and environmental assets on the entire project. You'll support the successful delivery and long-term environmental legacy of: Colne Valley Viaduct, the UK's longest railway bridge The 16km Chiltern Twin Bored Tunnel, the longest tunnel on HS2 Colne Valley Western Slopes, the largest landscape and habitat creation scheme across the entire HS2 programme Working within the Integrated Project Team alongside Align Joint Venture, you'll provide environmental assurance throughout construction, technical handover and environmental restoration, ensuring environmental commitments are delivered safely, compliantly and to the highest standards. We're keen to hear from both Environmental Generalists and Environmental Specialists including Ecology, Air Quality, Noise, Carbon, Water, Landscape and Environmental Planning professionals who are looking to broaden their experience across a major infrastructure programme. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills at essential, with the confidence to provide constructive challenge and work collaboratively with Tier 1 contractors to ensure environmental commitments are met, risks are appropriately managed and value for money is achieved. The Role Reporting to the Senior Environmental Manager, you'll work across multiple environmental disciplines, supporting engineering teams, contractors and technical specialists to ensure environmental obligations are achieved throughout construction and into operational handover. You'll also play an important role in monitoring landscape establishment and ecological mitigation, helping create one of the UK's largest environmental legacies. Key Responsibilities Provide client side environmental assurance across the Align Main Works Civils Contract Ensure compliance with Environmental Minimum Requirements and environmental legislation Review contractor environmental submissions and technical documentation Support technical assurance and project stage gate approvals Monitor environmental mitigation throughout construction Support the technical handover of major infrastructure assets Monitor landscape creation and ecological mitigation activities Challenge contractors to achieve environmental compliance and best practice Support environmental audits, reporting and performance monitoring Work collaboratively with technical specialists across multiple environmental disciplines Identify environmental risks and support practical mitigation solutions Build effective relationships with contractors, regulators and project stakeholders About You We're open to candidates from a broad range of environmental backgrounds, including generalists and specialists in ecology, acoustics, air quality, carbon, contaminated land or other disciplines, from contractor, consultant, client or statutory authority backgrounds. What matters most is your ability to apply your environmental knowledge in a complex construction environment, ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and confidence to challenge and manage challenging stakeholders and work collaboratively to deliver environmental commitments. The client-side assurance and influencing aspects of the role will be developed and supported as you gain experience within the Integrated Project Team. Typical backgrounds include: Environmental Manager Environmental Advisor Environmental Consultant Ecologist Air Quality Consultant Noise and Vibration Specialist Carbon Specialist Environmental Planner Water Environment Specialist You'll also have: Experience working on major infrastructure or construction projects Good knowledge of UK environmental legislation and environmental management Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills A practical and collaborative approach to solving environmental challenges Full UK driving licence Why Join HS2? Work across three of the most significant engineering and environmental assets on HS2 Gain experience across construction, environmental restoration and technical asset handover Develop into a broad Environmental Manager working across multiple environmental disciplines Clear progression to Senior Environmental Manager Excellent benefits including 12% Employer Pension, Private Healthcare and hybrid working If you're looking for an Environmental Management role that offers genuine variety, technical challenge and the opportunity to leave a lasting environmental legacy, we'd love to hear from you.