Environmental Project Director

RPS; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Project Director to join their dynamic team. This role involves leading client relationships for significant infrastructure and renewable projects while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage project financials, and contribute to business development. The company values innovation and sustainability, offering a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. With competitive benefits and flexible working arrangements, this position is ideal for those passionate about making a positive impact on the environment.

Benefits

Holiday Entitlement

Pension Scheme

Disability Scheme

Share Incentives

Life Assurance

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Health Screening

Wellbeing Initiatives

Dental Cover

Professional Memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering environmental aspects for major UK infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of consent regimes and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead client contact for major service frameworks and development schemes.
• Coordinate programs among clients, planning, and environmental teams.
• Manage environmental teams and ensure compliance with consent requirements.

Skills

Project Planning

Environmental Compliance

Client Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Risk Management

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

Project Management Software

Job description

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We are seeking an Environmental Project Director to join our Environmental Management Team in Leeds, Edinburgh, Manchester, or Birmingham.

About RPS

RPS projects are everywhere. We define, design, and manage projects that create shared value in a complex, urbanising, and resource-scarce world. Our success depends on our people, who share our passion for solving important problems. We offer challenging and rewarding work, along with support every step of the way.

What You’ll Be Doing

Reporting to a Technical Director, the Environmental Project Director will be a key member of our environment team, leading client contact for major service frameworks and large development schemes such as infrastructure and renewable projects. You will facilitate the integration of pre- and post-consenting activities into project delivery, working across environmental, planning, design, assessment, and construction sectors. Coordination with EIA/Planning Specialists and Project Managers will be essential.

This role is dynamic, with responsibilities including working with clients, attending meetings and workshops, providing advice on consent applications and compliance, managing environmental teams, and ensuring technical inputs meet client needs. You may act as Project Manager or support a lead Project Manager in overseeing project financials.

Key Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining client relationships.
• Coordinating programs among clients, planning, environmental, and design teams.
• Identifying and advising on environmental consents required for projects.
• Negotiating agreements with stakeholders and regulators.
• Managing delivery of design and construction information.
• Scheduling activities and managing environmental site teams.
• Leading technical meetings and integrating consent conditions into project design.
• Communicating consent requirements to relevant teams.
• Supporting commercial aspects, including proposals and tenders.
• Contributing to client management and business development.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experience in project planning and delivery of environmental aspects for Planning/DCO applications.
• Proven support in delivering consent programs for major UK infrastructure projects.
• Experience in multidisciplinary consenting activities, including water, biodiversity, cultural heritage, landscape, and contaminated land remediation.
• Knowledge of consent regimes such as hybrid Bills, Planning Act, Transport and Works Act, Highways Act, Town and Country Planning Act, and Environmental Permitting.
• Understanding of consenting issues and risk management in design processes.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive salary, benefits including holiday entitlement, pension scheme, disability scheme, share incentives, life assurance, cycle-to-work, health screening, wellbeing initiatives, dental cover, professional memberships, and discounts.

We support learning and development from entry to master’s level, with personal development plans and clear career pathways. Flexible working arrangements are available to suit your needs.

About RPS and Tetra Tech

RPS became a Tetra Tech company on 24 January 2023. With a global presence, Tetra Tech provides consulting and engineering services worldwide, offering our people exceptional project opportunities and the chance to contribute to solving complex global challenges.

Our Culture

We value support, encouragement, and growth. Our people are our success, and we seek individuals passionate about building a sustainable future, forming lasting relationships, and embracing innovative work practices. We are committed to accessibility and support during the interview process.