EIA Consultant

Focus Resourcing; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40+ days holiday

Profit-share/bonus

Pension matching

Health plan

Cycle to Work

Environment Day

Training toward chartership

Flexible working

Job summary

Focus Resourcing in Cardiff is seeking an EIA Consultant to join its growing team. The role delivers Environmental Impact Assessments for major infrastructure projects, with a focus on the water environment, combining technical analysis, fieldwork and client engagement.

You will prepare hydrology and water environment chapters, use GIS, CAD and Excel, lead site visits, manage small projects up to £10k, and work toward chartership in a supportive, employee-owned environment with clear progression

Qualifications

• Degree (2:1 or above) in a numerate/environmental discipline.
• 2 years + EIA chapter experience is essential.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A relevant postgraduate qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Preparing hydrology, hydrogeology and water environment EIA chapters.
• Using GIS, CAD, and Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Leading site visits and contributing to health and safety processes.
• Managing small projects and proposals (up to £10k).
• Progressing towards professional chartership.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Project management

Education

Degree in a numerate/environmental discipline (2:1 or above)

Tools

GIS

CAD

Excel

Job description

EIA Consultant - Cardiff (Permanent)

An established, employee-owned environmental consultancy is seeking an enthusiastic EIA Consultant to join its growing team in Cardiff. They pride themselves on offering a supportive and dynamic workplace where your contribution is valued and visible. With clear career progression pathways, structured pay scales, and opportunities to share in company success, this is a great role for someone ready to take the next step in their career.

The Role

You will help deliver Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for major infrastructure projects (including renewables and transport), with a focus on the water environment. The position combines technical analysis, fieldwork, and client engagement.

• Preparing hydrology, hydrogeology and water environment EIA chapters.
• Using GIS, CAD, and Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Leading site visits and contributing to health and safety processes.
• Managing small projects and proposals (up to £10k).
• Progressing towards professional chartership.

About You

• Degree (2:1 or above) in a numerate/environmental discipline.
• 2 years + EIA chapter experience is essential.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A relevant postgraduate qualification is desirable.

Benefits

• 40+ days holiday (with buy/sell options).
• Profit-share and tax-free bonuses through employee ownership.
• Matched pension contributions (5-10%).
• Health plan, Cycle to Work, Environment Day.
• 5 days training per year, plus support towards chartership.

Flexible working arrangements