Associate / Associate Director, Environmental (EIA) Consultant - South West and Wales

WSP; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading environmental consultancy as an Associate/Associate Director, shaping significant infrastructure projects in support of the UK's Net Zero commitments. You'll lead a dynamic team, engage clients, and promote sustainable design practices while driving business growth and managing project delivery.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Training and mentoring support

Health and wellbeing programs

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Experience in EIA delivery for major water schemes.
• Knowledge of consenting processes like Habitats Regulations and SSSI assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental project inputs and oversee technical performance.
• Expand water sector offerings and build client relationships.
• Drive team performance and support career development.

Skills

Environmental design

Project management

Client engagement

Communication

Education

Relevant environmental or planning degree

Job description

Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A Little More About Your Role…

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Associate / Associate Director to join our nationwide Environmental Consents team. This strategic role involves delivering multi-disciplinary inputs to energy projects for a broad client base, including some of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects supporting the UK’s Net Zero commitments. We seek individuals with a creative spirit, dedication, and a solid background in environmental design, assessment, and management throughout the project lifecycle.

Join a great organisation

As one of the UK’s largest environmental consultancies, WSP is involved in challenging, high-profile projects across sectors, from small developments to major infrastructure schemes. Our Environmental Management and Assessment Team manages environmental inputs across project lifecycles.

To learn more about WSP, visit: https://www.wsp.com

As an Associate / Associate Director, you will collaborate with technical environmental specialists and design teams to lead environmental project inputs, improving environmental performance across diverse projects and sectors.

This role suits an enthusiastic individual eager to influence, lead, and deliver environmental components of engineering projects, with responsibilities spanning recruitment, bidding, team management, project delivery, and financial oversight.

Key responsibilities include:

• Expanding our water sector offerings through thought leadership and client engagement
• Providing environmental advice to clients, project managers, and colleagues
• Collaborating with environmental specialists, clients, and engineering teams to promote sustainable design
• Leading complex projects, overseeing technical, quality, commercial, and safety performance
• Building client relationships and identifying opportunities for resourcing, strategy, and project support
• Developing new client relationships and marketing services, including conference presentations
• Securing new work through proposals, bids, and business development
• Innovating techniques such as Digital EIA and Technical Excellence
• Driving team performance and career development
• Fostering an inclusive, safe, and health-conscious workplace culture
• Contributing to WSP’s strategic goals with motivation and initiative

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• Relevant environmental or planning degree or equivalent experience
• Experience in EIA delivery for major water schemes
• Knowledge of consenting processes like Habitats Regulations and SSSI assessments
• Comprehensive understanding of environmental issues
• Proven line management and team development skills
• Track record of business growth and client development
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Imagine a better future for you and for us all.

Work on landmark projects worldwide and create a lasting legacy. What if you could do your best work and make a significant impact?

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

WSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm with 69,300 passionate people committed to creating positive impacts through innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals in the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our communities and driven by international expertise.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

We value your personal life and offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work from home two days a week, and modern office facilities across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity

We embrace diverse backgrounds and experiences, fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and belonging. Our employee resource groups support this commitment.

Health & Wellbeing

Our Thrive programme supports your health and wellbeing, including access to NHS doctors, gym discounts, and menopause support.

Flex your time

Our flexible hours, part-time options, additional leave, and holiday flexibilities help you balance work and personal life.

Your development

We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and support for professional accreditation like Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and support workplace adjustments for disabled applicants. Let us know if you need assistance.