Environmental Clerk of Works

Join to apply for the Environmental Advisor role at WSP in the UK & Ireland. At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. WSP has a large, highly experienced and friendly Environmental team who get involved with a diverse range of multi-disciplinary projects within the UK for both private and public clients. The team pride themselves on the integrated support offered by working alongside our in‑house water, ecology, landscape, arboriculture, Natural Capital and sustainability specialists to deliver commercially balanced, innovative and integrated solutions.

WSP is looking to appoint an Assistant Environmental Clerk of Works to help support our growing portfolio of project work at construction stage. We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced environmentalist with knowledge of environmental legislation and construction environmental management plans with construction site experience. The position is a field‑based role which requires travel throughout Scotland to visit various project sites.

Your New Role (What’s Involved?)

• Field based - visiting construction sites across a variety of industries (windfarm/grid connection/underground cabling/sub‑sea cabling etc) to monitor adherence to environmental legislation.
• Carry out/support site inspections and audits of construction works against planning conditions and associated documents (e.g. Construction Environmental Management Plan).
• Provide guidance and solutions to contractors and clients on environmental compliance and best practice methods.
• You would be a key point of contact, working closely with other disciplines, notably ecologists, hydrologists, archaeologists and engineers to provide an integrated environmental service with specialists.
• Liaise with clients and regulatory bodies and subcontractors on environmental management practices.
• Provide support to operation and design teams on environmental compliance and project specific mitigation measures.
• Delivery of toolbox talks and onsite environmental guidance to contractors.
• The delivery of an Environmental Clerk of Works & Environmental Advisor role may require working away from home between Monday‑Friday 3 weeks out of 4.
• Support site teams on incident investigation and reporting.
• Compilation of weekly site reports and supporting team management with administration tasks.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate

• An Environmental Science or Environmental Management Degree.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant wildlife legislation.
• Experience of monitoring construction activities in line with best practice guidance from small to large sized projects.
• The ability to work under time pressure to resolve emerging environmental issues on site.
• Membership of a professional body.
• A CSCS card (or in the process of gaining one).
• Ability and willingness to travel to site and between project locations on a regular basis (a suitable vehicle will be provided).
• An understanding of environmental management in a construction context.
• An understanding of the environmental impact assessment legislation, policy and guidance.
• An understanding of Environmental Authorisations (Scotland) Regulations (EASR) and pollution prevention.
• A highly organised, pragmatic, solutions‑driven, pro‑active and reliable approach to work.
• Ability to communicate effectively, hold high interpersonal skills and able to communicate confidently with clients and peers.

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What’s In It For You?

• Work-Life Balance: Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
• Flex Your Time: WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
• Your Development: We foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity.