Job Description

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

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

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

Stakeholder Management

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

Contract Support & Risk Management

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

Communication & Public Relations

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

Project Coordination

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

Reporting & Documentation

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

Required Skills & Experience

Must-Have

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

Preferred Skills

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

Knowledge Areas

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

Key Competencies

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