ECoW

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…

Contract type Contract
Posted 11 September 2026

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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

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