Groundwater EIA Consultant

WSP; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an experienced groundwater and water environment EIA specialist to lead technically complex projects across the UK and internationally. You will apply hydrogeological expertise to groundwater assessment, modelling, WFD studies and broader water environment disciplines.

The role offers flexible, hybrid working and a trajectory toward Principal or Senior level, with opportunities across multiple UK offices and a national team.

Qualifications

• Experience in groundwater and water environment EIA and groundwater investigations.
• Experience supporting planning and permitting for major infrastructure, incl. DCO.
• Strong understanding of the UK regulatory context for groundwater and EIA.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate groundwater and water environment inputs for EIA and major infrastructure planning.
• Manage client relationships, project delivery, scope, budget and programme.
• Review outputs with final approvals for Principal level.
• Contribute to proposals and identify new business opportunities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentor junior colleagues.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the UK.

Skills

Groundwater engineering

Hydrogeology

WFD assessment

EIA experience

Project management

Client relationship management

Education

Environmental/Geography/Engineering degree

Job description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A little more about your role ...

We are looking for an experienced professional with strong capability in groundwater and water environment EIA to lead technically complex projects across the UK and internationally. You will apply your hydrogeological expertise across groundwater assessment, conceptualisation, modelling, WFD assessment and wider water environment disciplines, supported by a national team of more than 350 specialists.

We can appoint at either Principal or Senior level depending on experience and offer flexible and hybrid working, with opportunities across multiple UK offices.

Why this role is a strong opportunity...

Lead major infrastructure EIA and groundwater investigations

You will guide technical inputs for nationally significant projects, including planning and DCO submissions for the energy, water, transport and power sectors.

Shape our groundwater and water EIA capability

You will influence how WSP delivers assessments across groundwater, WFD, hydrogeology, peatland, water resources and environmental permitting.

Collaborate within a highly skilled national team

You will work with specialists across Sustainable Water Management and Earth and Environment, with access to some of the most exciting infrastructure portfolios in the UK.

Mentor and grow others

You will develop junior colleagues and help strengthen senior technical capability within the national team.

Flexible locations and career pathways

We have growth opportunities in Newcastle, Glasgow, Bristol, London and Liverpool, with roles also available in Manchester, Leeds, Wrexham and Basingstoke.

What you will do...

• Lead and coordinate groundwater and water environment inputs for EIA, WFD and major infrastructure planning.
• Manage client relationships, project delivery, scope, budget and programme.
• Review and assure technical outputs, with Principal roles providing final approval.
• Contribute to proposals and help develop new business opportunities.
• Provide technical guidance, training and support to junior colleagues.
• Contribute to innovation and development of WSPs groundwater and water EIA services.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across the UK.

What you will bring...

• Experience in groundwater and wider water EIA, including groundwater investigations, hydrogeological assessments, WFD and related studies.
• Experience supporting planning and permitting for major infrastructure projects, ideally including DCO processes for Principal level.
• Strong understanding of the UK regulatory context for groundwater, water environment assessment and EIA.
• Ability to manage project budgets, risks and teams appropriate to your grade.
• Strong communication skills with experience managing client and stakeholder relationships.
• A degree in environmental, geographical, science or engineering disciplines.
• Chartered status (LGS or CIWEM) for Principal roles, or working toward chartership for Senior roles.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself.

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