Environmental Adviser - Specialist Service Delivery

It’s not every job where you make a difference for the people of Scotland but it’s what’s behind every job here.

Our work keeps Scotland’s water flowing, from reservoir to tap – and from sewer to treatment plant.

Do your bit by joining us as a Specialist Service Delivery (SSD) Environmental Advisor.

This role, within the Specialist Service Delivery Environment Team, is crucial for supporting the delivery of our Capital Investment portfolio in planned infrastructure development.

• Take charge of all environmental aspects of project delivery, managing archaeology, ecology, land use and designated site/structure sensitivities, and advising on post-completion biodiversity enhancements.
• Engage directly with key stakeholders (e.g., Nature Scot, SEPA, Historic Environment Scotland) to secure the permissions and licenses essential to support the construction of critical infrastructure.
• Provide specialised technical support for assessing environmental risk on operational sites.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues in the Planning and Land teams to ensure the seamless delivery of projects.
• Work largely desk‑based but undertake occasional site visits.

• Solid understanding of environmental legislation relevant to the construction industry in Scotland and experience in assessing environmental impact for various types of development.
• Proven ability to apply appropriate mitigation measures to manage risks and confidence in influencing design choices to facilitate construction.
• Ability to coordinate specialist contractors and work harmoniously as part of a multi‑disciplinary team to ensure successful project delivery.
• Organisational skill, good interpersonal skills and strong IT skills, with experience using specialist software such as ArcGIS.
• A degree‑level qualification in a relevant environmental discipline (essential).

Nice‑to‑haves: a post‑graduate degree in Environmental Management or a related field; experience as an Ecological or Environmental Clerk of Works (ECoW/EnvCoW); professional membership in a relevant environmental discipline; experience obtaining protected species licences in the UK; experience working in the water industry, utilities, or construction.

We provide ample time to recharge with 38 days of holiday every year (including public holidays), and the opportunity to buy‑up to five more days if needed. Paid time off can also be used to volunteer in your community.

Family‑friendly policies around adoption, maternity, and parental leave; flexible working and hybrid work policy combining home and office.

Pension (the “know‑what-you’ll‑get‑when‑you‑retire” kind), life assurance, an annual company bonus, and access to SW Splash rewards to save money on holidays, bills, and shopping.

This role will be a Grade
6. Starting salary £36,410 with performance‑driven progression up to £46,990. Balanced hybrid working is encouraged, with half the time in a Scottish Water location.

We’ll be accepting applications until midnight on 2 March 2026.

Job offers at Scottish Water are conditional, and will be confirmed on completion of our pre‑employment screening (referencing, criminal record checks, licence checks, etc.). These checks are conducted on our behalf by a third party; we will obtain your permission before starting them.