Environmental and Compliance Manager

Environmental & Compliance Manager Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands Salary: €80,000 + Package We are working with a leading international main contractor specialising in the delivery of complex, high-value construction projects across the data centre, logistics, advanced manufacturing and life sciences sectors. With a strong presence across Europe and an expanding portfolio of technically challenging projects, the business is looking to appoint an experienced Environmental & Compliance Manager to support its construction operations in Amsterdam. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a strong understanding of Dutch environmental legislation, regulatory compliance and construction planning requirements to play a key role in the successful delivery of major projects. The Role As Environmental & Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for supporting environmental compliance, regulatory approvals and planning requirements throughout the construction lifecycle. Working closely with the existing Sustainability Lead, project management teams, external authorities and specialist consultants, you will ensure that construction activities comply with Dutch environmental legislation, planning regulations and project-specific requirements. The position is primarily focused on environmental compliance, permitting and regulatory challenges rather than traditional sustainability certification or ESG reporting. Key Responsibilities Ensure construction projects comply with relevant Dutch environmental legislation, regulations and planning requirements. Support environmental permitting, regulatory approvals and compliance obligations throughout the project lifecycle. Navigate environmental and planning challenges associated with major construction developments in the Netherlands. Liaise with local authorities, regulatory bodies, environmental consultants and project stakeholders. Monitor changes to Dutch environmental legislation and assess their implications for ongoing construction activities. Identify environmental compliance risks and develop practical mitigation strategies. Support project teams with environmental assessments, inspections, audits and regulatory documentation. Work alongside the Sustainability Lead to ensure environmental compliance requirements are integrated into wider project delivery. Advise senior management and construction teams on environmental obligations, planning constraints and regulatory best practices. Requirements Previous experience in environmental management, environmental compliance, permitting or regulatory affairs within construction or a related industry. Strong understanding of Dutch environmental legislation and regulatory frameworks, including the Omgevingswet (Environment and Planning Act). Knowledge of environmental permitting, planning procedures and regulatory approvals in the Netherlands. Experience working with contractors, developers, engineering organisations or environmental regulatory bodies. Ability to engage effectively with local authorities, consultants and project stakeholders. Strong organisational, problem-solving and communication skills. Experience on large-scale construction, industrial, infrastructure or data centre projects would be advantageous. Dutch language proficiency would be highly beneficial, alongside strong professional English. What's on Offer €80,000 annual salary + competitive package. Opportunity to join a leading international main contractor. Involvement in major, technically complex construction projects in the Netherlands. Close collaboration with experienced sustainability and project delivery teams. Long-term career development within a growing European construction business.