Environmental Clerk of Works (ECoW)

Ocean to Earth Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client, a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive environmental consultancy, for an Environmental Clerk of Works based in South Wales or South West England.

We are seeking individuals with site-based environmental experience and a strong interest in both the environment and construction. This role will be primarily site-based and offers an excellent opportunity for career development within an established and growing consultancy, working closely with a multi-disciplinary team of Environmental Clerks of Works (ECoWs), Landscape Architects, Ecologists, and Environmental Planners.

Role Highlights:

• Salary: Competitive, circa £30,000–£40,000 depending on experience and qualifications

• Location: South Wales or South West England

• Contract: Full-time, permanent

• Additional Benefits Include:

  • 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), with an additional day per year up to 5 extra days

  • 2 volunteer days per year

  • Company pension scheme

  • Health insurance scheme

  • Professional memberships paid

  • Bespoke training and career development package, including on-the-job training, formal training, and CPD opportunities

About the Role:

As an Environmental Clerk of Works, you will be an integral part of the site team, working alongside project ecologists, environmental coordinators, and specialists to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, protected species licences, and site-specific best practices.

Core Responsibilities Include:

• Site-based auditing and environmental monitoring

• Identifying and managing environmental risks in collaboration with contractors

• Supporting the development of Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), method statements, and other technical documentation

• Implementing and managing environmental permit-to-work systems

• Reviewing contractor documentation (RAMS, ITPs, MAFs, etc.)

• Participating in environmental liaison and consultation meetings

• Conducting noise, air, and water quality monitoring

• Carrying out or coordinating ecological surveys

• Providing input on construction processes, technical queries, and site inspections

• Supporting award submissions for schemes such as Constructing Excellence or CEEQUAL

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant site-based experience

• Strong working knowledge of environmental regulations and site health & safety

• Familiarity with construction methodologies and environmental risk identification

• Full UK Driving Licence

• CSCS accreditation

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficiency in Office 365 (GIS experience advantageous)

• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIEEM or IEMA)

Desirable:

• A degree or qualification in Landscape, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, or a related field

• Protected species licences

• Familiarity with Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) identification and management