Manager / Sr. Manager - Environmental

Role & responsibilities

1. Job Purpose

To ensure effective implementation of environmental management systems at the project site, ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws and statutory requirements, and minimise the environmental impact of construction activities.

2. Key Roles & Responsibilities

A. Environmental Legal & Statutory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws, rules, notifications and statutory requirements relevant to building construction projects.
• Maintain knowledge of DPCC guidelines, CPCB requirements, NGT directions, GRAP measures and other applicable local authority regulations.

B. Environmental Monitoring & Audits

• Conduct regular environmental inspections and monitoring at project sites.
• Monitor ambient air quality, noise levels, water quality, wastewater and other parameters as applicable.
• Ensure implementation of the Environmental Management Plan (EMP).
• Coordinate and conduct internal environmental audits and ISO 14001 audits.

C. Dust & Pollution Mitigation

• Implement dust-control measures, including regular water sprinkling, anti-smog guns where required, and covering of construction materials.
• Ensure proper barricading, green nets, wheel-washing facilities and covered transportation of construction materials.
• Monitor dust emissions from excavation, demolition, material handling and construction activities.
• Ensure proper maintenance of DG sets, construction equipment and vehicles to minimise emissions.

D. Environmental Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain environmental registers, statutory records, monitoring reports, inspection reports and compliance documentation.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly and monthly environmental compliance reports.
• Maintain records of water consumption, waste generation, disposal, air and noise monitoring, and other environmental parameters.

E. Waste & Resource Management

• Ensure proper segregation, storage, handling and disposal of construction and demolition waste.
• Monitor authorised disposal and recycling of waste through approved agencies.
• Promote water conservation, energy efficiency and responsible use of construction materials.

F. Coordination & Training

• Coordinate with project execution, planning, QA/QC, safety, stores and subcontractor teams for environmental compliance.
• Conduct environmental awareness programmes and toolbox talks for employees, workers and subcontractors.

Experience

• 1015 years of relevant experience in environmental management, preferably in high-rise building construction or large infrastructure projects.
• Practical experience in handling DPCC/CPCB compliance, NGT directions, GRAP measures, environmental monitoring and ISO 14001 audits.
• Experience in dealing with statutory authorities, consultants and clients will be preferred.

Preferred candidate profile

• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and construction-related compliance.
• Practical understanding of dust and air-pollution control measures.
• Knowledge of environmental monitoring procedures and interpretation of reports.
• Strong documentation, reporting and audit-management skills.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple project stakeholders.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving environmental issues.