Associate Environmental Consultant

Carrington West; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Environmental Consultant to join their Environmental Planning team in Southampton. This role involves leading EIA projects, managing client relationships, and providing expert environmental advice while mentoring junior staff. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this position offers excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Generous holiday allowance

Enhanced pension

Tailored career development pathways

Hybrid working and flexible hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex environmental projects in a consultancy setting.
• Understanding of UK EIA legislation and planning policy.
• Chartered status or working towards it is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for major projects.
• Provide expert environmental planning advice to clients.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client engagement

Project Management

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Geography or related discipline

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Associate Environmental Consultant - Multidisciplinary Consultancy - Southampton
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Sector: Environmental Consultancy | Planning & Development
Type: Full-time | Permanent
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 (DOE) + Comprehensive Benefits
A leading UK multidisciplinary consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Associate Environmental Consultant to join their expanding Environmental Planning team in Southampton.
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior role within a business known for delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions across infrastructure, development, energy, and regeneration projects nationwide.
The Role:
As an Associate Consultant, you'll take a strategic lead on environmental planning and EIA projects, managing client relationships and project delivery from inception through to submission and approval. You'll work closely with internal planning, transport, ecology, and engineering teams to provide robust, integrated environmental advice.
Key Responsibilities:
·Lead and coordinate Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for major development and infrastructure projects
·Provide expert environmental planning advice to both private and public sector clients
·Support the preparation of Environmental Statements and technical assessments
·Manage multidisciplinary project teams and mentor junior staff
·Oversee client engagement, project finances, and quality assurance
About You:
·Degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Geography or related discipline (Master's preferred)
·Chartered status (e.g. IEMA, RTPI, CEnv) or working towards
·Proven experience managing complex environmental projects, ideally in a consultancy setting
·Strong understanding of UK EIA legislation, planning policy, and regulatory frameworks
·Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
What's on Offer:
·Highly competitive salary with annual bonus
·Hybrid working and flexible hours
·Generous holiday allowance and enhanced pension
·Tailored career development pathways and CPD support
·Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects with a highly respected consultancy
This role would suit a Senior Consultant ready for the next step, or an established Associate looking for a new challenge within a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy.

To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Tullula Farrell on 02393 876 021.

If you are a Town Planner who is interested in job opportunities, but this role is not of interest, please still apply then we can consider you for other positions.

Job Reference Number: 58841