Assistant Environmental Clerk of Works

WSP; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and professional services firm in the UK is seeking an Assistant Environmental Advisor to support environmental compliance across various construction sites. This field-based role involves monitoring adherence to environmental legislation, conducting site audits, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate has a degree in Environmental Science or Management and relevant construction site experience. Benefits include work-life balance, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Health and wellbeing program

Flexible working arrangements

Gymflex scheme

Qualifications

• Membership of a professional body.
• Ability to travel to various project sites.
• Understanding of environmental impact assessment legislation.

Responsibilities

• Visit construction sites to monitor environmental legislation adherence.
• Carry out site inspections and audits of construction works.
• Provide guidance to contractors on environmental compliance.
• Deliver toolbox talks and onsite environmental guidance.

Skills

Knowledge of environmental legislation

Construction site experience

Environmental management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Environmental Science or Environmental Management Degree

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A little more about your role…

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.

With one of the UK's largest ecology teams with a growing portfolio of projects, WSP is looking to appoint an Assistant Environmental Advisor 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).
• Work with peers to 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 colleagues 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, three weeks out of four.
• Support site teams on incident investigation and reporting.
• Manage tasks according to approved scope of works and deliver high quality reporting or other deliverables on time and on budget.
• Supporting team management with administration tasks.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• An Environmental Science or Environmental Management Degree.
• An understanding of a working construction site environment.
• 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.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant wildlife legislation.
• Experience of monitoring construction activities in line with best practice guidance from small to large sized projects.
• A highly organised, pragmatic, solutions-driven, pro‑active and reliable approach to work.
• The ability to work under time pressure to resolve emerging environmental issues on site.
• Ability to communicate effectively, hold high interpersonal skills and able to communicate confidently with clients and peers.

Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work‑life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. 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 so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

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. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work‑life balance, 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. We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

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. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.