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

JR United Kingdom; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is searching for an Air Quality & Climate Consultant to join their growing team. In this permanent role with flexible hybrid work options, you'll engage in impactful environmental projects. Your responsibilities will include conducting air quality assessments, supporting climate risk evaluations, and mentoring junior staff members. This position offers career development opportunities within a committed and inclusive environment focused on sustainability and professional growth.

Benefits

Career development support

Flexible working options

Health plans

Pension

Discounts on various services

Community involvement days

Qualifications

• Degree in science or engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• Membership or progressing towards membership in IAQM and/or IEMA.
• Knowledge of UK/EU environmental legislation and permitting.

Responsibilities

• Preparing reports, designs, calculations for environmental schemes.
• Conducting qualitative and quantitative air quality assessments.
• Supporting climate risk assessments and developing adaptation plans.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Teamwork skills

Innovative mindset

Entrepreneurial spirit

Education

Degree in science or engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

GIS

Excel

Project management

Job description

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

Client:

Amey

Location:

Reading, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

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 that enhances life and protects our shared future. Our team values safety, insight, and collaboration.

The Opportunity

We have a unique opportunity for an Air Quality & Climate Consultant due to an increasing climate-focused pipeline. You will join our growing Air Quality and Climate team, working on large-scale projects including climate risk assessments, air quality permitting, and environmental assessments. This role offers a chance to shape impactful environmental projects, support business growth, and mentor apprentices. The position is permanent, with flexible hybrid work options across multiple UK locations.

The Role

You will support project delivery within a friendly environment, receiving mentorship and development. Responsibilities include:

• Preparing reports, designs, calculations, and documentation for environmental schemes.
• Conducting qualitative and quantitative air quality assessments.
• Supporting climate risk assessments and developing adaptation plans.
• Assisting in bid writing for tenders.
• Mentoring junior colleagues and promoting health and safety.

Specific Tasks

Air Quality:

• Supporting assessments following relevant guidance.
• Developing and checking dispersion models (ADMS).
• Supporting permit applications and compliance management.

Climate:

• Conducting climate risk assessments using UKCP18, GIS, and other tools.
• Developing resilience strategies and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Recommending adaptation and mitigation measures.

Business Development

• Supporting growth initiatives and proposal development.
• Staying updated on climate science and environmental policies.

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree in science or engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• Membership or working towards membership in IAQM and/or IEMA.
• Knowledge of UK/EU environmental legislation and permitting.
• Experience with EIAs, air quality modeling, and climate data.
• Proficiency in GIS, Excel, and project management.
• Strong communication, analytical, and teamwork skills.
• Innovative mindset with entrepreneurial spirit.

What We Offer

We support career development, flexible working, and offer benefits including health plans, pension, discounts, and community involvement days. We foster an inclusive environment through various affinity groups and promote work-life balance with flexible options.

Join us to be part of a supportive, innovative team committed to sustainability and professional growth.

Application Guidance

We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team at [emailprotected].