Air Quality & Climate Consultant (Full-time / UK Wide)

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider in engineering and decarbonisation solutions as an Air Quality & Climate Consultant. You'll play a pivotal role in environmental projects, focusing on air quality and climate risk, while supporting business development and mentoring junior staff within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Career development

Health plans

Pension

Discounts

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in science or engineering; postgraduate preferred.
• Knowledge of UK/EU environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Experience with EIAs, air quality assessments, and climate data.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing reports, designs, and calculations for environmental schemes.
• Conducting air quality assessments and supporting permit applications.
• Carrying out climate risk assessments and developing adaptation strategies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Relevant degree in science or engineering

Postgraduate preferred

Tools

ADMS

GIS

Excel

Job description

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Air Quality & Climate Consultant (Full-time / UK Wide), Coventry

Client:

Amey

Location:

Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Amey is a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. We are committed to delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Our team values safety, insight, and collaboration.

The Opportunity

We have a new and exciting opportunity for an Air Quality & Climate Consultant due to an increasing climate-focused pipeline. You will join the Air Quality and Climate team during a growth phase, working on large-scale projects including climate risk and adaptation, air quality permitting, Habitats Regulations Assessment, and DMRB assessments. This role offers a chance to shape environmental projects, support business development, and mentor junior staff. The position is permanent, with flexible hybrid working options across multiple UK locations.

The role

You will support project delivery in a supportive environment with mentoring and development opportunities. Responsibilities include:

• Preparing and reviewing reports, designs, and calculations for environmental schemes.
• Conducting air quality assessments and supporting permit applications.
• Carrying out climate risk assessments and developing adaptation strategies.
• Supporting bid writing and business development.
• Mentoring junior colleagues and promoting health and safety practices.

Specific responsibilities include:

Air Quality:

• Supporting qualitative and quantitative assessments following relevant guidance.
• Developing and checking dispersion models (ADMS).
• Supporting environmental permit processes and compliance.

Climate:

• Conducting climate risk assessments using UKCP18, GIS, and other data.
• Developing climate resilience strategies and working with interdisciplinary teams.

Business Development:

• Supporting growth in air quality and climate sectors.
• Assisting in proposal and bid preparation.

Candidate requirements

• Relevant degree in science or engineering; postgraduate preferred.
• Membership or progress towards IAQM and/or IEMA.
• Knowledge of UK/EU environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Experience with EIAs, air quality assessments, and climate data (UKCP18, HadCRUT5).
• Proficiency with ADMS, GIS, Excel; strong analytical skills.
• Project management experience; excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Innovative mindset and ability to work collaboratively.

What we offer

We value our people and offer flexible working, career development, benefits, and support. Our progression framework, professional qualifications bonuses, and work-life balance options are designed to support your growth. Additional benefits include health plans, community involvement days, pension, flexible benefits, and discounts.

Join us to be part of a diverse, supportive team that values individuality and professionalism. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to inclusion and diversity. For accessibility support, contact our recruitment team at [emailprotected].