Air Quality Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Air Quality Consultant to join their award-winning team. This role offers the chance to work on significant air quality and carbon projects across the UK. You will be responsible for conducting assessments, managing data, and providing innovative solutions to mitigate air pollution impacts. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to staff development, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment. Join a forward-thinking consultancy that values diversity and promotes work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Training and professional development

Diversity and inclusion support networks

Qualifications

• Experience in air quality consultancy is desirable.
• Knowledge of air quality policies and standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct air quality surveys and assessments.
• Prepare reports and manage project workloads.

Skills

Air Quality Assessment

Data Analysis

GIS Tools

Emissions Modelling

Report Writing

Project Management

Education

Higher degree in a relevant scientific subject

Tools

Spreadsheet Software

GIS Software

Statistical Analysis Packages

Job description

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We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and motivated Air Quality Consultant. We are seeking candidates who are looking to work on some of the largest and most interesting air quality and carbon projects in the UK. The position is permanent with the opportunity for hybrid home/office working with a base in Epsom, Birmingham or Manchester.

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s leading design and engineering consultancies, responding to the most technically challenging and time critical infrastructure projects. The Air Quality and Emissions team is part of an award-winning, multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy practice, providing air quality consultancy and emissions management services in connection with a wide range of land development, transport and energy clients. We work for local and national governments, multi-national industrial clients, funding agencies and lenders, property developers, infrastructure contractors and regulatory authorities.

We are seeking someone who prides themselves on delivering technically excellent work, with high reporting standards and who embraces innovative approaches to assessment. You will work on desk and field-based air quality, dust, odour impact assessments for planning applications, emissions calculations and dispersion modelling, action planning and mitigation for air and carbon emissions, specialist services for environmental permit applications and Environmental Impact Assessments, and technical advisory services including developing guidance and tools. You will be expected to lead tasks and provide technical support to those working on them with you. You will work as part of a team of professionals across the business, to provide an integrated service to our clients.
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The role will include:

1. Designing and undertaking air quality surveys, analysing and interpreting data.
2. Producing air quality, dust, odour and carbon assessments for a range of infrastructure projects.
3. Advising on and identifying solutions for mitigating effects of air pollution and carbon emissions.
4. Preparing and delivering a range of reports.
5. Managing own workload and that of others within defined budgets and programmes.
6. Providing input to bids and business development activities to secure work for the team.
7. Continuous development of technical and digital skills.

About you:

Ideally, you would have the following qualifications and/or attributes:

1. Higher degree qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific subject.
2. Knowledge of a range of air quality and carbon issues including relevant policies and standards.
3. Experience of a range of modelling and assessment techniques.
4. Experience of analysing and interpreting data using spreadsheet and GIS based tools.
5. Experience of reporting and presenting to different stakeholders.
6. Proficient in standard IT applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
7. An understanding of the importance of health and safety risk management.
8. A full valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel for surveys.

Desirable but not essential:

1. Prior experience of working in air quality consultancy.
2. Experience of preparing emission inventories for dispersion models.
3. Experience of using statistical analysis packages and/or computer programming language.
4. Experience of working with other environmental specialisms.
5. Experience of working unsupervised on site.
6. Experience of project management.

What we offer?

AtkinsRéalis recognises that many well-qualified people seek to further their careers but cannot commit to full-time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are open to discussing individual requirements. We value a diverse and flexible workforce that promotes work-life balance. Consequently, AtkinsRéalis offers flexible working options, including no fixed hours, no five-day week requirement, and no obligation to work full-time or in the office all the time.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary, regularly benchmarked against other consultants, with a default of 25 days leave annually plus bank holidays and options to buy or sell leave. Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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Training:

We are committed to the development of our staff, offering access to a broad training portfolio and support for achieving professional memberships.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance, which is dependent on successful vetting by UKSV. Candidates must provide proof of UK residency for at least 5 years. Please refrain from mentioning current or past security clearances during application or interview.

We promote diversity and inclusion through family-friendly policies, flexible work arrangements, and support networks. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

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Worker Type: Employee