Assistant Consultant / Consultant, Air Quality - Birmingham

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a candidate for an air quality assessment role based in Birmingham. Responsibilities include dispersion modelling, designing monitoring plans, managing projects, and liaising with clients. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a scientific discipline, strong numerical and communication skills, and experience in data analysis using Excel and GIS. Membership of the IAQM is preferred, along with a proactive and accountable approach to work.

Qualifications

• Degree in a scientific discipline required.
• Excellent communication skills in both oral and written contexts.
• Experience in data analysis using Excel and GIS.
• Membership (affiliate or associate) of IAQM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct dispersion modelling using ADMS and ADMS‑Roads.
• Design and implement air quality monitoring plans.
• Contribute to bid submissions, quotes, and tenders.
• Manage project budget, programme, and scope.
• Liaise with clients, project teams, and authorities.
• Collate and analyze air quality data.
• Prepare detailed reports.

Skills

Good numerical skills

Ability to work within a team

Excellent oral and written communication skills

IT skills

Data analysis and interpretation using Excel and GIS

Positive and proactive approach

Knowledge of relevant air quality legislation

Accountability for personal development

Membership of the Institute of Air Quality Management

Education

Degree in a scientific discipline

Job description

The role is based in our Birmingham office and involves air quality assessment, monitoring and dispersion modelling across a range of projects.

Responsibilities

• Dispersion modelling, primarily using ADMS and ADMS‑Roads.
• Designing and implementing ambient air quality monitoring plans, including passive and automatic techniques.
• Contributing to bid submissions, preparing quotes and tenders.
• Project management of budget, programme and scope.
• Liaising with internal and external clients, project teams and local authorities.
• Collating and analysing data.
• Report writing.

Qualifications

• Good numerical skills.
• A degree in a scientific discipline.
• Ability to work within a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication and IT skills.
• Ability to write clear, concise reports and proposals.
• Experience with data analysis and interpretation using Excel and GIS.
• Positive and proactive approach.
• Excellent working knowledge of relevant legislation, policy, technical guidance and industry standards and best practice relating to air quality.
• Demonstrated accountability for driving own utilisation and personal development, and that of the wider team.
• Membership (affiliate or associate) of the Institute of Air Quality Management (IAQM).