Environmental Impact Assessment Consultant

Bennett and Game; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established environmental consultancy in Bristol seeks a Principal or Senior Environmental Impact Assessment Consultant to lead projects in infrastructure, renewable energy, and urban development. Candidates should have a relevant degree, experience in EIA delivery, and must be chartered or working towards it. The role offers a hybrid working model and an attractive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Private medical insurance

Professional development support

Enhanced pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading Environmental Impact Assessments across major projects.
• Strong understanding of UK EIA Regulations and environmental policies.
• Ability to mentor and support junior consultants.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination and delivery of Environmental Impact Assessments.
• Manage multi-disciplinary project teams across various disciplines.
• Act as main contact for clients and planning authorities.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strong communication

Project management

Technical report writing

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Geography or related discipline

Chartered status or working towards chartership

Job description

Overview

Bennett & Game are pleased to be representing a well-established consultancy with over 30 years of environmental expertise, currently seeking a Principal or Senior Environmental Impact Assessment Consultant to join their growing Bristol office. This role offers the opportunity to lead on nationally significant infrastructure, renewable energy and urban development projects, supported by a multi-disciplinary team spanning air quality, ecology, climate, water, and socio-economics. Recognised as one of the UK's fastest-growing environmental consultancies and shortlisted for Sustainable Business of the Year, the firm provides a collaborative and values-driven culture, flexible hybrid working, and a comprehensive benefits package including enhanced pension, private healthcare and professional development support. For ambitious consultants, this is an excellent platform to deliver meaningful environmental outcomes while advancing your career within a forward-thinking, award-nominated organisation.

Responsibilities

• Leading the coordination and delivery of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and related environmental planning studies, ensuring outputs are technically robust and proportionate.
• Managing multi-disciplinary project teams covering air quality, ecology, climate, water, socio-economics, and other technical disciplines.
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients, planning authorities, and statutory consultees, guiding projects through the planning and consenting process.
• Preparing and reviewing key deliverables, including Screening and Scoping Reports, Environmental Statements, Non-Technical Summaries, and mitigation registers.
• Embedding sustainability and ESG principles into project design, advising on practical solutions to reduce environmental risks and deliver better outcomes.
• Supporting business development by contributing to proposals, bids, and client relationship management.
• Mentoring and supporting junior consultants, sharing technical expertise and fostering professional growth across the team.
• Contributing to thought leadership, innovation, and the continued improvement of internal processes and best practice.

Requirements

• Education & Professional Standing
• Degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Geography, or a related discipline.
• Chartered status or working towards chartership with IEMA, RTPI, CIWEM, or equivalent professional body.
• Proven experience leading and delivering Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) across major infrastructure, energy, or urban development projects.
• Strong understanding of UK EIA Regulations, planning law, and environmental policy frameworks.
• Ability to scope, coordinate, and technically review environmental chapters and assessments to a high standard.
• Track record of embedding sustainability and mitigation strategies within project design.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and complex project programmes to time and budget.
• Experience liaising with planning authorities, statutory consultees, and stakeholders to support successful applications.
• Skilled in preparing bids, proposals, and fee estimates to support business growth.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to explain complex environmental issues clearly.
• Commercial awareness and ability to balance client needs with environmental best practice.
• Proven leadership skills with the confidence to mentor, support, and inspire junior colleagues.
• Collaborative and adaptable, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation.

Salary & Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, alongside a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance. Key benefits include:

• Annual Leave: 25 days per year (plus bank holidays), rising by 1 day every 2 years up to 28 days. Option to purchase up to 5 additional days annually.
• Pension Scheme: Employer contributions starting at 5% in your first year, increasing by 1% annually up to 10% after six years, with employee contributions starting from 3%.
• Private Medical Insurance: AXA cover (post-probation) including 24/7 GP access, physiotherapy support, and specialist nurse helplines.
• Life Assurance: 4x annual salary from day one of employment.
• Enhanced Family Leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay (e.g. 13 weeks full pay for maternity after 1 year's service).
• Employee Assistance Programme (BUPA): 24/7 confidential support line, counselling, CBT access, legal/financial advice, and resilience tools.
• Sick Pay Scheme: Enhanced company sick pay, increasing with length of service (up to 8 weeks full pay and 8 weeks half pay after 5+ years).
• Professional Development: Payment for one professional subscription annually and support for ongoing CPD.
• Additional Benefits: Cycle-to-Work scheme, flu vaccination, annual financial advice meetings, and quarterly collaboration recognition awards.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.