Assistant Environmental Project Manager

WSP; Easter Howgate; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join its Environmental Project Management team in Scotland. In this role, you will support diverse environmental projects across the UK, assisting in proposal development and project management documentation. The ideal candidate will have a background in environmental or sustainable development, demonstrate strong communication and collaborative skills, and be eager to develop their career in environmental consultancy. Flexible work arrangements are provided to enhance work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Gym membership discounts

Comprehensive health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Interest or experience in the environment and sustainable development.
• Experience working within a Project or PMO environment.
• Qualification in a relevant discipline or substantial project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Support development of project proposals and resource planning.
• Assist Project Manager in documentation and scheduling.
• Ensure health and safety information is in place for site visits.
• Manage meetings, minute-taking, and actions tracking.

Skills

Interest in environment and land-based sustainable development

Experience in a Project or PMO environment

Confident communicator

Collaborative and problem-solving skills

Commercial and contractual awareness

Education

Qualification in a relevant discipline (environment, project management, engineering, etc.)

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

We are ready to hire a number of Assistant Project Managers to join our growing Environmental Project Management team. You will play a key role in multi-disciplinary environmental projects, supporting the Project Manager and Technical Lead to deliver projects safely, on time and within budget. You will report to an Environmental Project Manager and will work on a diverse and exciting range of environmentally lead projects across the UK in both the public and private sectors.

The types of projects that we deliver are highly varied and include some of the UK’s most exciting and nationally important large-scale infrastructure schemes (for example National Grid’s Great Grid Upgrade, Heathrow Expansion, East-West Rail and Sizewell C), as well as associated developments and programmes for the built environment. Our clients are public and private entities, and key sectors we operate in include highways, rail, aviation, defence, nuclear, residential and property, energy generation and renewables, and transmission and distribution. We have a broad coverage across the project cycle, from supporting business cases, and securing consents and permits DCO, to design and construct.

A little more about your role…

You will:

• support the development of project proposals including determining project requirements, scope, resources, programme, and cost estimates (budgets) for project delivery.
• Assist the Project Manager in developing project management documentation including project management plans, cost estimates and forecasts, risk registers, project schedules and stakeholder registers.
• Coordinate the monitoring and update of project schedules and progress against milestones.
• Be responsible for ensuring that health and safety information for site visits, including securing internal approvals, are in place
• Schedule meetings, take minutes and track actions.
• Undertake information management activities via industry used Common Date Environments such as SharePoint and ProjectWise.
• Work with multi-disciplinary environmental project teams consisting of technical and professional staff and suppliers.
• Assist in the administration of supplier contracts.

YOUR TEAM

We are a strong, dedicated, and successful environmentally focused Project Management team looking to grow further to support WSP’s robust pipeline of secured projects. We are proud of our friendly, supportive, and collaborative culture, which allows our team members to develop their skills and grow.

We are a centre of excellence and an integral part of our Environment & Consents discipline, where we provide leadership and tailored support on our projects. This encompasses PMO, Project Controls, and Project Manager and Project Director roles; we work across all stages of the project delivery cycle.

Our achievements mean we seeking Assistant Project Managers who are looking to start or progress their career in Environmental Consultancy.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• An interest or experience in the environment and or land based sustainable development.
• Experience of working within a Project or PMO environment, with a preference for a background or interest in environment or sustainability sector
• Evidence of being a confident communicator, (both in person and through digital channels)
• Evidence of collaboration and determination to learn new skills and solve problems
• Qualification in a relevant discipline (such as environment, project management, engineering, science, building or quantity surveying) or a combination of relevant project management experience and qualifications
• Evidence of commercial and contractual awareness, with the ability to demonstrate financial acumen and analytical skills

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can.Apply today.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 77080
• Posting Date 12/15/2025, 09:26 AM

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.

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.

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.

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