Senior Environmental Clerk of Works – Renewables

Eden Scott; Inverness; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave (pro rata)

Workplace pension scheme

Enhanced parental benefits

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Company pool vehicles

Annual pay reviews

Flexible working where possible

Job summary

Redwing Ecology is recruiting a Senior Environmental Clerk of Works (EnvCoW) to support major infrastructure and renewable energy projects across the Highlands and Islands. The role blends hands‑on environmental management with project leadership and reporting.

Ideal candidates will have at least three years' EnvCoW experience, a solid understanding of environmental legislation, and a drive to mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' experience in an EnvCoW or similar environmental compliance role.
• Experience on renewable energy, utilities, infrastructure or construction projects.
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation, planning conditions and environmental management practices.
• Experience preparing environmental reports and site documentation.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Desirable: ecology survey experience; peatland knowledge; GIS knowledge; mentoring experience; relevant degree qualification.

Responsibilities

• Undertake pre-construction environmental baseline surveys.
• Monitor compliance with CEMPs, planning conditions and consent requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits and environmental monitoring.
• Produce EnvCoW reports, site inspection records and environmental documentation.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, Environmental Managers and regulators.
• Provide practical environmental guidance to construction teams.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Site inspections

Leadership

Reporting

Education

Environmental degree

Tools

QGIS

Job description

Redwing Ecology is recruiting a Senior Environmental Clerk of Works (EnvCoW) to support major infrastructure and renewable energy projects across the Highlands and Islands. The role blends hands‑on environmental management with project leadership and reporting.

Ideal candidates will have at least three years' EnvCoW experience, a solid understanding of environmental legislation, and a drive to mentor junior staff.