Principal Consultant (Environmental Planning)

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Glasgow is seeking a Principal Consultant in Environmental Planning to join their growing team. The role involves leading complex environmental projects, engaging with clients, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Candidates should have a degree in Environmental Science and strong project management skills, with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience leading EIAs and/or SEAs.
• Strong knowledge of UK environmental legislation.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects across UK sectors such as energy, water, and sustainability.
• Provide consultancy advice and develop client relationships.
• Engage and lead technical experts on large projects.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Client relationship management

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related field

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21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

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Job Description:

At Sweco, we are committed to creating a sustainable future through our core behaviours, effective collaboration, and innovative solutions in risk management, engineering, architecture, and environmental consultancy. Our Environmental & Sustainability team plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality environmental planning and wider sustainability services that support our clients’ projects while protecting and enhancing the environment.

Sweco has a wide range of in-house technical environmental teams and designers who collaborate on a variety of projects and sectors. At Sweco, every team and consultant is empowered to ensure their expertise makes a difference by understanding the client’s business and needs. We aim to be our clients’ most relevant partner and to solve any challenge, no matter the scale or location.

Position Overview:

Join a growing environmental planning team with diverse and exciting projects transforming society.

We are seeking an experienced environmental planner to join our Environmental & Sustainability team to deliver complex projects across sectors including energy, infrastructure, and development. Our team currently comprises 16 passionate, open-minded professionals across the UK. This role involves leading and delivering environmental planning and sustainability projects, including Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA), risk management, design input, coordinating interdisciplinary teams, and stakeholder engagement to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainable practices.

We offer extensive opportunities and support for professional growth through mentoring, training, and development programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead projects across UK sectors such as energy, water, and sustainability.
• Provide consultancy advice to clients and develop relationships.
• Influence technical delivery within the team and mentor less experienced staff.
• Engage and lead technical experts and designers on large, complex projects to meet environmental and sustainability objectives.

Office Locations: Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Bristol

Qualifications:

• Experience assisting, coordinating, and leading EIAs and/or SEAs.
• Degree in Environmental Science or related field.
• Relevant professional memberships/qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of UK environmental legislation and EIA processes.
• Proven project management skills, ability to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Client relationship management experience.
• Proactive problem-solving and passion for sustainability.
• Willingness to travel across the UK.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, collaborative work environment with autonomy and technical support.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Participation in meaningful projects shaping a sustainable future.

If you are motivated and experienced in environmental sustainability, we want to hear from you!

About Us

We are dedicated to transforming society by planning and designing sustainable communities and cities. We address societal challenges through expert collaboration, digitalisation, and sustainable solutions, combining global expertise with local presence. Our goal is to be our clients’ most relevant partner, helping solve their challenges now and in the future.

Sweco values work-life balance and offers flexible working arrangements, including flexible hours, part-time, and hybrid options.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We promote an inclusive culture that respects contributions from all individuals. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, pregnancy, or maternity/paternity. We are signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident employer, offering reasonable adjustments in the application process.

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