Location
Scotland – Field Based with regular travel across the UK

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive salary offered

About the Role
At WSP, you will be part of a global community of experts shaping transformative projects across the UK. As a Principal Environmental Clerk of Works (EnvCoW), you will act as an independent and impartial environmental compliance professional, providing transparent oversight of construction activities on complex infrastructure projects. Your role will involve monitoring environmental performance, evaluating compliance with consents and legislation, and ensuring environmental commitments are upheld. This senior, field-based position requires strong leadership and technical expertise to support environmental governance and deliver high-quality compliance outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
- Deliver independent, evidence-based environmental compliance monitoring
- Safeguard adherence to planning conditions, licences, permits, and legislation
- Identify, record, and escalate risks, issues, and non-compliances
- Lead environmental inspections and structured audits across multi-site construction projects
- Develop project-wide inspection and audit plans defining compliance criteria
- Produce clear, evidence-based weekly RAG reports and monthly compliance summaries
- Interpret Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), species protection plans, licences, and environmental documentation
- Mentor and support EnvCoWs to drive consistent, high-quality delivery
- Provide senior technical guidance on environmental risks and mitigation requirements
- Engage effectively with clients, contractors, regulators, and planning authorities
- Contribute to bids, proposals, and development of new environmental compliance work
- Support CPD, training, and development of junior team members

About WSP
WSP is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms, committed to creating sustainable, technically robust solutions that enable communities and the natural environment to thrive. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we foster a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion, supporting your growth and career development through market-leading training, mentoring, and flexible working arrangements.

Employee Benefits
- Hybrid working policy with flexibility to work from home two days a week
- Inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and belonging
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing support including Virtual GP service, Gymflex scheme, and menopause support
- Flexible working hours with “WSP My Hour” allowing one hour daily for personal activities
- Part-time and flexible working arrangements, additional leave purchase options, and bank holiday flexibility
- Support for professional development including training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities

Experience
- Strong experience in environmental compliance within construction or infrastructure projects
- Excellent understanding of UK environmental legislation
- Demonstrated impartiality and evidence-based decision-making
- Advanced auditing, analytical, and reporting skills
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
- Resilience and adaptability in challenging site environments
- Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement abilities
- Highly organised with good problem-solving capabilities

About You
You bring credibility, independence, and strong environmental judgement, with a proactive and collaborative approach to delivering environmental compliance and governance. You are motivated to support and develop others while maintaining high standards of environmental stewardship.

Qualifications
- Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Ecology, or related discipline
- Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., AEnvCoW, CIEEM, ISEP)
- CSCS card or willingness to obtain
- Auditing or environmental compliance training (desirable)