Environmental Manager / Environmental Advisor

260605-ST-002

Location

Rotterdam, Haarlem & Utrecht, Netherlands

Contract Duration

June 2026 – May 2028

Hours

26 Hours per Week

Education Required

HBO (Bachelor's Degree) or Equivalent

Experience Required

Minimum 3 Years

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Manager / Environmental Advisor to support the preparation, management, and execution of maintenance and infrastructure contracts within a complex civil engineering environment. The role focuses on safeguarding environmental requirements, stakeholder management, permits, communication, risk management, and contract compliance.

You will act as a trusted advisor to Contract Managers and Environmental Managers, ensuring environmental considerations are effectively integrated into project planning and execution while maintaining operational continuity and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Management

Ensure environmental requirements are incorporated into contract preparation and execution.
Review contract documents for completeness, feasibility, compliance, and environmental impact.
Monitor compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, standards, and contractual requirements.
Support the development and implementation of environmental management plans and strategies.

Stakeholder Management

Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including:
- Municipalities
- Provinces
- Emergency and rescue services
- Public transport organizations
- Asset managers
- Contractors
- Businesses and residents
- Government agencies
Facilitate communication and alignment between project teams and stakeholders.
Maintain records of consultations, agreements, and decision-making processes.

Contract Support & Risk Management

Provide environmental input for contract preparation, tendering, and execution.
Identify, assess, and manage environmental and stakeholder-related risks.
Advise project teams on mitigation measures and compliance requirements.
Support assessment of contractor submissions, quotations, and budgets from an environmental perspective.
Ensure environmental obligations are addressed throughout the project lifecycle.

Communication & Public Relations

Prepare written communications and stakeholder updates.
Respond to public inquiries and stakeholder concerns.
Coordinate communication activities with internal communications teams.
Maintain accurate documentation and reporting within organizational systems.

Project Coordination

Support project preparation and realization phases within civil engineering projects.
Coordinate environmental activities with project teams, contractors, and operational stakeholders.
Monitor project impacts and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
Contribute to maintaining operational continuity during project execution.

Reporting & Documentation

Prepare reports, analyses, recommendations, and environmental assessments.
Document risks, decisions, agreements, and project developments.
Ensure all documentation is complete, traceable, and compliant with organizational requirements.
Provide clear recommendations to project and contract management teams.

Required Skills & Experience

Must-Have

HBO degree or equivalent professional working and thinking level.
Minimum 3 years of experience in environmental management and stakeholder management.
Experience with:
- Permitting processes
- Conditioning activities
- Stakeholder engagement
- Administrative decision-making
- Communication management
- Traffic and operational measures
Minimum 3 years of experience drafting and managing requirements specifications.
Minimum 3 years of experience supporting the preparation phase of civil engineering projects.
Minimum 3 years of experience supporting the execution phase of infrastructure or construction projects.
Strong understanding of environmental management processes within infrastructure environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Dutch.

Preferred Skills

Experience within large public-sector infrastructure organizations.
Knowledge of contract management and maintenance contracts.
Experience working with multidisciplinary project teams.
Familiarity with government regulations, standards, and procurement environments.
Knowledge of stakeholder management within complex infrastructure projects.
Experience with infrastructure maintenance and operational environments.

Knowledge Areas

Environmental Management
Contract Preparation & Management
Stakeholder Management
Permit Management
Risk Management
Civil Engineering Projects
Infrastructure Maintenance
Communication Management
Requirements Engineering
Regulatory Compliance

Key Competencies

Analytical Thinking
Judgment & Decision-Making
Stakeholder Management
Collaboration & Relationship Building
Results Orientation
Communication Skills
Organizational Awareness
Problem Solving
Planning & Coordination
Risk Assessment

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