Demolition and Decommissioning Consultant

WSP in the U.S.; Southampton (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a dedicated professional for a site-based role focusing on decommissioning, demolition, and remediation projects. The successful candidate will collaborate with team members and management, ensuring project delivery adheres to best practices in engineering and health & safety.

Ideal candidates will possess a degree in engineering or related fields, have a full UK driving licence, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. The role entails site briefings, contractor oversight, and operational assistance.

Qualifications

• Experience in decommissioning, demolition, or remediation on high hazard sites is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence (or equivalent) required.

Responsibilities

• Attend works/site briefings, meetings and workshops.
• Observe and report on contractor work.
• Assist in data gathering and surveying of new projects.

Skills

Engineering consultancy experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated and able to work independently

Education

Degree in engineering

Degree in construction/demolition management

Degree in health, safety & environment

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP you will support decommissioning, demolition and remediation projects that require significant periods of sitework. The successful candidate will play a key role in the set‑up and day‑to‑day delivery of projects, working closely with team members, project managers and directors. Activities include monitoring operations and gaining experience toward supervising and eventually managing these works. The role is predominantly site‑based, with travel across the UK and potentially internationally.

The Key Responsibilities

• Attend works/site briefings, meetings and workshops.
• Observe and report on contractor work.
• Assist in data gathering and surveying of new projects.
• Ensure adherence to best technical, engineering and health & safety practice.
• Communicate effectively with clients, contractors and the project team.
• Provide operational assistance toward project delivery.
• Deliver tasks cost‑effective and timely.

Experience

• Experience in an engineering consultancy, industrial engineering or site‑based role.
• A degree in engineering, construction/demolition management or health, safety & environment.

We’re looking for someone who

• Has a full UK driving licence.
• Is comfortable working on‑site and in an office.
• Is self‑motivated, uses initiative and can work independently.
• Asks questions to understand objectives and expectations.
• Shows attention to detail.
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Remains calm and focused under pressure.
• Adapts quickly to change and learns quickly.
• Delivers commitments on time and to quality.
• Is self‑aware and recognizes own limitations.
• Manages time effectively.
• Has a strong work ethic.
• Works within a defined budget and timescales.
• Builds rapport and relationships with peers.
• Builds trust and a sustainable support network.

Qualifications

Full UK driving licence (or equivalent). Experience in decommissioning, demolition or remediation on high hazard sites is desirable. A degree in one of the following: engineering, construction/demolition management, health, safety & environment. Proven ability to work independently and in a team.

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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.