Graduate Environmental Consultant

Hollis; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent real estate consultancy is seeking a motivated Graduate Environmental Consultant in Manchester starting summer 2026. The role involves writing Phase 1 reports, conducting site inspections, and assisting with project delivery. Successful candidates will be enrolled in the IEMA programme. Deadline for applications is 31 December 2025. Individuals with a degree in Environmental Science or related fields are encouraged to apply. The consultancy values professional development and provides a supportive, engaging work environment.

Benefits

Professional development program

Supportive work environment

Lively social calendar

Qualifications

• Degree or MSc in a related subject (Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Geography).
• Work experience in a commercial property environment is ideal, but not essential.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Clean driving licence (desired but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Write Phase 1 reports and carry out site inspections.
• Supervise UK wide site investigation work.
• Assist with the design of scopes of work.
• Deliver routine projects and work on complex projects.
• Draft key client communications and proposals.
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Support business development.

Skills

Environmental Science

Chemistry

Biology

Geology

Geography

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree or MSc in a related subject

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

After reading about the role, please ensure to read application instructions at the bottom of the page.

PLEASE NOTE: You must follow the application instructions correctly. Failure to do so may mean that your application is not considered.

All About The Role

We’re seeking a motivated and enthusiastic graduate, eager to begin their career in Environmental Consultancy to join Hollis. The successful candidate will start with Hollis in summer 2026. Introducing an amazing opportunity for a Graduate Environmental Consultant. Join our well-established, expert teams and assist them in all aspects of environmental consulting. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to the ongoing success and evolution of Hollis. We’ll also enrol you onto our IEMA programme from the jump and start working towards professional membership. Applications for this role close on 31 December 2025 and we will be holding interviews in January.

Your Day To Day

• Write Phase 1 reports (relating to TDD instructions) and carry out site inspections.
• Opportunity to supervise UK wide site investigation work across a variety of projects.
• Assist with the design of scopes of work for environmental projects.
• Assist with the delivery of routine projects, with scope to work on more complex projects (with guidance).
• Assist with drafting the key client communications and fee proposals.
• Assist on site work.
• Manage your own time and workload.
• Communicate effectively with clients (written and verbal).
• Field queries from internal colleagues and provide robust advice.
• Complete accurate technical research and data gathering tasks.
• Draft high quality reports.
• Support business development and profile raising.
• Pro-actively learn from senior colleagues.
• Maintain awareness of current and evolving challenges in the sector.
• Independence around your workload and continuous professional learning.
• Respect company values and culture.

Skills And Experience

• Degree or MSc in a related subject (e.g. Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Geography).
• Work experience in a commercial property environment is ideal, but not essential.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Clean driving licence (desired but not essential).

All About You

• You’re professional, self-motivated, enthusiastic, proactive, able to prioritise and multi-task with a can-do attitude.
• You are highly organised with the ability to balance tasks and ensure deadlines are met.
• You’re flexible and able to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and tight timelines.
• You have a passion for the built environment.

We welcome applicants with language skills, and encourage employees to work abroad in our offices across Europe. At the same time, we recruit nationals from Europe to participate in UK training before relocating.

All About Hollis

We’re incredibly proud to have a long tradition of recruiting and nurturing future talent. 72 of our current employees started with us on our emerging talent programmes (11 are now directors), with the longest serving being with us for a whopping 26 years! We currently have 70 graduates, 18 apprentices and 8 placements across our different programmes, so you’ll be in the best hands to learn and evolve. We’re also humbled by our 88% pass rate over the last 12 months, so you’ll be in the best hands to succeed. We are hardworking, progressive, successful and fun! We’re independently-owned and independently-minded, not afraid to give honest advice or to be ourselves. We aim to achieve the right balance for you, delivering excellent client service whilst supporting you in fulfilling your potential and achieving your goals. Our mission is to address complex challenges for our clients while expanding into new markets. Our environmental consultants collaborate closely with other teams, utilising our Hollis ‘One Team’ approach to deliver comprehensive, interdisciplinary solutions.

How will you play your part in the future of real estate? What kind of difference do you want to make? Your ambitions inspire us, and we’re ready to explore the possibilities with you.

Application Instructions

You Will Be Asked To Answer Three Questions

• Two role specific questions
• One Hollis-related question

For each question, you may choose to respond with either a written answer or a video.

Each candidate must submit at least one video response, but you can choose which question to answer by video.

Make sure all three questions are answered before submitting your application.

Written responses should be no more than 250 words each.

Video responses should be no longer than 1 minute each.

Good luck!

Hollis is a leading independent real estate consultancy. We work with owners, occupiers, developers and funders, across both private and public sectors, to help them get more out of their real estate.

We’re a multi-skilled team of surveyors, engineers, ESG consultants, project managers and technical specialists operating across the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe. We have a unique way of working and believe that people do things better by doing them together. We aim to do the right thing, be clear, transparent and find some fun along the way.

Being friendly and down-to-earth has always been crucial for us. We’ve consistently been rated by The Sunday Times, Property Week and Estates Gazette as a ‘best place to work’, and our employee‑owned structure proves that we really do put our people first.

Day to day you’ll get to experience and test yourself on a great variety of challenges, with support, encouragement and learning all the way. We’ll help you shape and pursue your own career, making sure you have the training and opportunities you need to achieve your best. And you’ll find we take care of you in a whole range of ways that make Hollis a healthy and happy place to work. We have fun too, with away days and a lively social calendar.