Overview
We are growing our Ground & Water team within WSP's Earth & Environment business. The role of Site Manager (Geo-environmental) focuses on large-scale ground investigations with a strong emphasis on on-site delivering projects, coordinating teams and contractors, and working across the UK.
The role will be predominately site-based, with travel to and between sites across the UK. The successful candidate will play a key role in day-to-day project delivery, working closely with team members, project managers and project directors.
Responsibilities
* Management of site investigations.
* Management of field work including soil logging and environmental sampling, chemical and geotechnical testing, groundwater sampling and ground gas monitoring.
* Ensuring all work is delivered in line with procedures and to the highest safety, health and environmental standards.
Experience
* Knowledge of the requirements for planning and management of site investigations.
* Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations and their application to safe design and implementation of site investigations.
* Data handling, including experience in the use of GIS is desirable.
We’re Looking For Someone Who
* Has a full UK driving licence (or equivalent) – this is essential to the role.
* Is comfortable working on-site.
* Has the ability to use your initiative and be self-motivated.
* Has confidence to ask questions to understand objectives and expectations, and to learn for themselves.
* Demonstrates attention to detail.
* Has excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
* Has the ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
* Has the ability to learn quickly and be adaptable to change.
* Has the ability to deliver on commitments on time and at the right quality.
* Has self-awareness and understands own limitations.
* Is able to effectively manage time.
* Has a strong work ethic.
* Has the ability to work to a defined budget and timescales.
* Can build rapport and relationships with peers and build trust and a sustainable support network.
Qualifications
* Site safety qualifications (e.g. first aid training and site management safety training scheme (SSSTS) or equivalent).
* Relevant technical degree is desirable but not essential (e.g. chemistry, biology, geology, engineering, or environmental science).
* Able to travel to sites across the UK as required.
Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
What’s in It for You
* Work-life balance with a hybrid working policy; the flexibility to work from home two days a week and in modern offices across the UK.
* Inclusivity and belonging – we welcome applicants from varied backgrounds and experiences and encourage authentic contributions.
* Health & wellbeing – Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme, and menopause support.
* Flex your time – one hour per day for personal activities with flexible time balancing; part-time and flexible working arrangements available.
* Your development – training, mentoring, and Chartered status opportunities.
* #WeAreWSP – commitment to equality and inclusion; Disability Confident leader with interview options for disabled applicants who meet essential criteria.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Professional Services
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