Location
Manchester, Glasgow, Bristol, London, Southampton, Basingstoke, Guildford, Hertford, Cambridge, Nottingham, Birmingham, Leeds

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive graduate salary

About the Role
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. Our environmental Ground & Water specialists support clients in the assessment and investigation of Brownfield land, supporting development proposals and commercial decisions. The team is also involved in the demolition and decommissioning of entire non-operational power stations as well as managing small, specialised redundant plants within active process areas.

We are recruiting graduates with a flexible approach and an appetite to learn for our Contaminated Land and Demolition & Decommissioning teams.

Contaminated Land Team
As a graduate in this team, you will support geo-environmental, contaminated land and hydrogeology projects. You will assist in the delivery of projects by working closely with project managers and directors, including significant periods on site. Activities include investigating, assessing and remediating contaminated sites, progressing from fieldwork to reporting, client liaison and project management.

Typical activities:
- Phase 1 desk study research and reporting
- Phase 2 site investigation design, supervision, soil sampling and logging
- Subcontractor management
- Human health and water environment risk assessment and reporting
- Adherence to technical, engineering and health and safety best practices
- Communication and liaison with clients, subcontractors and project teams
- Environmental site monitoring, data collection and management
- Preparation and factual checking of ground investigation reports

Demolition and Decommissioning Team
This predominantly site-based role involves supporting decommissioning, demolition and remediation projects across the UK and potentially internationally. You will monitor operations and gain experience to progress towards supervision and management of works.

Typical activities:
- Attendance at site briefings, meetings and workshops
- Observation and reporting of contractors’ works
- Assisting clients with planning and programming
- Data gathering and surveying
- Communication and liaison with clients, contractors and project teams

Projects range from decommissioning entire power stations to managing small redundant plants within active process areas.

Graduate Development Programme
Our two-year Graduate Development Programme supports your personal and professional growth through blended learning, career workshops, mentoring for professional registration, and on-the-job experience. We encourage achievement of chartered status and provide a supportive environment for career progression.

Join a close-knit community of talented individuals passionate about making a positive impact in communities worldwide. Apply today and imagine a better future for you and us all.

Experience
Graduates with at least a 2:2 in a relevant master's or bachelor's degree.
Previous experience is not mandatory but a flexible approach and willingness to learn are essential.

About you
- Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure
- Attention to detail and adaptability to change
- Ability to work within defined budgets and timescales
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Enthusiasm for creativity and problem-solving
- Willingness and ability to travel across the UK, including remote locations with overnight stays
- Hold a UK driving licence or equivalent

Qualifications
Relevant degree qualification in a subject aligned to the role applied for (e.g. Environmental Science, Engineering, Construction Management, Health & Safety, Demolition Management).
Professional registration is encouraged and supported through the Graduate Development Programme.