Senior Environmental Advisor

TL;DR

Senior Environmental Advisor (Water Environment/Hydrogeology): Delivering technical water environment and hydrogeological services across infrastructure and construction projects with an accent on environmental management, groundwater monitoring, permitting, and regulatory compliance. Focus on designing field programmes, preparing risk assessments, supporting project delivery, and providing clear technical advice under UK regulations.

Location: Hybrid working is available, with a preference for applicants based in the Chester office; applicants from further afield may be considered. A full UK driving licence is required.

Company

hirify.global Group delivers infrastructure, construction, and property services for public and private sector clients across the UK.

What you will do

• Provide technical input on water environment management, construction environmental management plans, planning obligations, and water advice.
• Organise and undertake site walkovers, borehole installation monitoring, hydraulic testing, and groundwater and surface water monitoring.
• Support abstraction licensing and prepare hydrogeological and groundwater risk assessments for permits and discharges.
• Contribute to proposals, risk identification, project setup, budget tracking, and high-quality deliverables.
• Instruct colleagues and support the development of junior team members through training and guidance.
• Contribute to technical innovation, regulatory updates, team strategy, and business development.

Requirements

• Relevant academic qualification and progress toward, or registration as, a Chartered specialist through a UK/EU-recognised organisation or equivalent.
• Experience delivering technical water environment or hydrogeological work.
• Knowledge of surface water and groundwater sampling, environmental impact assessment, GIS, analysis, and modelling software.
• Good awareness of UK water-related legislation, regulation, recognised best practice, and technical guidance.
• Ability to communicate technical findings through reports and meetings and work independently or collaboratively.
• Full, current driving licence valid in the UK.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent, full-time employment with flexible working options.
• Hybrid working arrangements are available.
• Opportunity to work on varied infrastructure, construction, and environmental projects.
• Scope to influence team development, technical capability, and strategic direction.
• Part-time working arrangements may be considered.