Senior Environmental Consultant

Seed Environmental Limited; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Environmental Consultant to lead environmental claims projects. In this pivotal role, you will manage project budgets, oversee fieldwork data collection, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. You will also mentor junior team members and engage with clients and regulators, making a significant impact in the environmental sector. If you have a strong background in environmental consulting and a passion for sustainability, this opportunity offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will drive positive change.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an Environmental Consultant.
• Proficient in Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets and ensure timely delivery.
• Gather robust fieldwork data and oversee subcontractors.
• Write technical proposals and reports for diverse clients.

Skills

Environmental Consulting

Project Management

Risk Assessment

Data Gathering

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Science

Degree in Geology

Degree in Physical Geography

Job description

Job Description: - Senior Environmental Consultant

Main purpose of job: Project management of environmental claims projects including all aspects of fieldwork data gathering, risk assessment and factual and interpretive reporting. Responsible for all project budgeting and invoicing, ensuring projects are delivered in a timely manner in line with Client service level agreements.

Department: Consultant Division

Location/Branch: All locations

Position reports to: Consulting Regional Manager

Main duties will include:

1. Project budgeting and invoicing, ensuring deadlines and targets are met in line with Client service level agreements.
2. Gathering robust fieldwork data.
3. Oversight of subcontractors/remediation contractors.
4. Observing health, safety and environment rules and procedures.
5. Maintaining project communication on technical and commercial levels to a diverse range of clients, regulators, and site owners.
6. Writing technically sound and commercially focused proposals, scopes, and reports.
7. Mentoring and supporting in the training of junior team members.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

1. Proven experience (minimum 5 years) gained through developing as an Environmental Consultant, with Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessment experience.
2. Experience completing factual and interpretative Preliminary Risk Assessments (desk based and intrusive).
3. Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in an engineering or natural science related discipline (e.g., Geology, Environmental Science, Physical Geography).
4. A full UK driving licence.
5. Understanding of current and emerging environmental legislation.
6. Excellent organisational, time-management, analytical and numerical skills with an eye for detail.
7. Excellent communication and written skills, with the confidence to interact effectively with clients and the public.
8. Commercial awareness both in project costings but also in risk management.