Environmental Manager – Major Infrastructure - Dublin

WSP USA; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Health and wellbeing programmes

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Environmental Manager in Dublin to ensure compliance with all environmental obligations for the Dublin MetroLink project. This role includes strategic oversight, compliance assurance, and technical leadership, working closely with contractors and managing stakeholder communication. A strong background in environmental management within infrastructure projects is essential, coupled with effective leadership and regulatory expertise. The position supports a hybrid work model that facilitates work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in environmental management on major infrastructure or transport programmes.
• Experience working client‑side or in a PMO environment on large multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead environmental compliance programmes on complex construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance with all relevant Irish and EU environmental legislation.
• Manage conditions arising from An Bord Pleanála’s Railway Order.
• Oversee the environmental monitoring programme and track performance indicators.

Skills

Environmental management

Understanding of Irish EIA/SEA legislation

Stakeholder management

Audit and risk management

Data-driven decision-making

Education

Degree in environmental science, engineering, ecology or related discipline

Job description

Role Overview

The Environmental Manager will support the Head of Environment to ensure that all environmental obligations for Dublin MetroLink are met throughout procurement, construction, commissioning and handover. The role provides strategic oversight, compliance assurance and technical leadership, ensuring the project aligns with the rail order requirements, Irish legislation, TII environmental standards and MetroLink’s sustainability objectives.

Responsibilities

A. Environmental Compliance & Regulatory Assurance

• Lead compliance with all relevant Irish and EU environmental legislation (EIA, Habitats, Water, Noise, Waste, Air Quality etc.).
• Manage conditions arising from An Bord Pleanála’s Railway Order and associated environmental commitments.
• Oversee the implementation of mitigation measures and monitoring programmes set out in MetroLink’s EIAR and Sustainability Plan, including climate adaptation, materials efficiency and biodiversity net gain.
• Act as client representative in responding to environmental submissions from third parties, stakeholders and regulators.

B. Oversight of Contractors

• Review and approve Contractor Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), method statements, permits, licences, risk assessments and monitoring reports.
• Ensure environmental requirements are embedded into all project contracts and procurement documents.

C. Environmental Monitoring & Performance Management

• Oversee the environmental monitoring programme.
• Track performance indicators for noise, vibration, dust, water, ecology, waste and carbon.
• Lead audits, inspections and surveillance of contractors, design partners and site activities.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Degree in environmental science, engineering, ecology or a related discipline.
• Strong experience in environmental management on major infrastructure or transport programmes.
• Strong understanding of Irish EIA/SEA legislation, Construction Environmental Management and EU Directives.
• Experience working client‑side or in a PMO environment on large multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead environmental compliance programmes on complex construction sites.

Desirable

• Experience with underground or rail projects.
• Experience with major‑project governance frameworks (e.g. TII, NTA).
• Competency in sustainability frameworks (ISO 14001, PAS 2080, circular economy, biodiversity management).
• Knowledge of noise/vibration modelling, hydrology or contaminated land.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking & environmental leadership
• Regulatory and technical expertise
• Stakeholder management & communication
• Audit, assurance & risk management
• Contract and performance management
• Data‑driven decision‑making
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary client team structure

Benefits

Work‑life balance

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 and encourage people to bring their whole, authentic selves to work, fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer the Thrive programme, a virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, the Gymflex scheme and a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

The “WSP My Hour” allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later the day.

Your development

We provide learning and development opportunities, training, mentoring and chartership to support your growth.

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.