Demolition and Decommissioning Consultant

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a proactive team member for decommissioning and demolition projects across the UK. The role involves site-based work, monitoring operations, and supporting project managers. Ideal candidates will have experience in Engineering Consulting or a related discipline, as well as a full UK driving licence.

We welcome applications from qualified candidates with a strong work ethic and excellent communication skills. Join WSP to contribute to significant projects within a collaborative environment!

Qualifications

• Experience in an Engineering Consultancy or Industrial Engineering.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Attend site briefings and report on contractor works.
• Assist in data gathering and surveying for new projects.
• Communicate effectively with clients and project teams.
• Deliver project tasks cost-effectively and on time.

Skills

Site working experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Time management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Health & Safety

Job description

A Little More About Your Role

This role is specifically to support decommissioning, demolition and remediation projects requiring significant periods of sitework / working away (Monday – Friday). The successful candidate will play a key role in the setup and day‑to‑day delivery of projects, working closely with and being supported by team members, project managers and project directors. Activities will typically include monitoring decommissioning and demolition operations, while gaining the knowledge and experience to transition with time and experience towards supervision and eventually management of these works. The position would suit a candidate who has experience of working on high hazard sites either as an engineer or graduate preferably with a background in one of the following areas: engineering, demolition / construction management or health, safety and environment‑based courses. The role will be predominantly site‑based, with travel to and working on sites across the whole of the UK and potentially internationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Attendance of works / site briefings, meetings and workshops;
• Observation and reporting of contractors works;
• Assist in the data gathering and surveying of new projects;
• Provision of adherence (with training) to best technical, engineering and health and safety practice including self and others at all times;
• Communicating and liaising effectively and efficiently with clients, contractors and assisting/ working alongside the project team;
• Operational assistance towards the delivery of project;
• Delivery of tasks in a cost‑effective and timely manner.

Experience

• Experience in an Engineering Consultancy or Industrial Engineering or site‑based role.
• A degree associated to one of the following disciplines: Engineering (various), Construction / Demolition Management and/or Health, Safety & Environment.

We’re Looking For Someone Who

• Has a full UK driving licence (or equivalent) – this is essential to the role.
• Is comfortable working on‑site as well as in an office environment.
• Has the ability to use your initiative and be self‑motivated.
• Has confidence to ask questions to understand objectives and expectations, and also to learn for themselves.
• Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Has excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Has the ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Has the ability to learn quickly and be adaptable to change.
• Has the ability to deliver on commitments on time and at the right quality.
• Has self‑awareness and understands own limitations.
• Is able to effectively manage time.
• Has a strong work ethic.
• Has the ability to work to a defined budget and timescales.
• Can build rapport and relationships with peers.
• Can build trust and sustainable support network.

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.