Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Environmental Clerk of Works (ECoW) to join one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in ensuring environmental compliance and sustainability standards are maintained across a major section of the HS2 programme.
Working closely with construction, environmental and stakeholder teams, you will provide on-site environmental assurance, support best practice, and help deliver works in accordance with project commitments and environmental legislation.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake environmental inspections and site audits across active construction areas.
- Monitor compliance with environmental management plans, method statements and consent conditions.
- Advise site teams on environmental risks, controls and mitigation measures.
- Support the management of ecology, water management, noise, dust and pollution prevention requirements.
- Identify non-conformances and work proactively with site teams to implement corrective actions.
- Produce detailed inspection reports and maintain environmental records.
- Liaise with environmental managers, ecologists, regulators and stakeholders as required.
- Promote environmental best practice and drive continuous improvement across the project.
Requirements
- Previous experience working as an Environmental Clerk of Works (ECoW), or similar site-based environmental role.
- Strong understanding of environmental legislation and compliance within construction or infrastructure projects.
- Experience working on major civil engineering, rail, highways or infrastructure schemes.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to challenge and influence site teams positively to achieve environmental standards.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
- Experience working on HS2 or other nationally significant infrastructure projects.
- IEMA membership or relevant environmental qualifications.
- Knowledge of ecological mitigation, protected species management and environmental permitting.