Lead Environmental Consultant

Millbank Holdings; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing SME consultancy in Cheshire is seeking an experienced Lead Environmental Consultant for a 6-month contract with potential for extension. The role involves leading and managing environmental consultancy projects, providing technical expertise, and mentoring junior consultants. Applicants should have a degree in a relevant environmental discipline and significant consultancy experience. The competitive contract rate is £45-55 per hour, offering a collaborative work environment with varied projects.

Benefits

Competitive contract rate

Flexible working environment

Varied project portfolio

Qualifications

• Significant relevant experience in a consultancy or relevant industry.
• Professional affiliation with an appropriate professional body.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage environmental consultancy projects.
• Provide technical expertise on environmental impact assessments.
• Act as technical authority ensuring quality outputs.

Skills

Environmental legislation knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Project management

IT skills (Office 365, OneDrive, SharePoint)

Customer focus

Leadership skills

Education

Degree in a relevant environmental discipline

Job description

Lead Environmental Consultant

Location: Cheshire

Duration: 6-month contract

Hours: 40 hours per week

Rate: £45-55 per hour (Ltd)

Company Type: SME consultancy

We are working with a growing SME consultancy who are seeking an experienced Lead Environmental Consultant to support a range of environmental and sustainability projects. This is a key role, offering autonomy and the opportunity to lead technical delivery while working closely with clients and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage environmental consultancy projects from inception through to delivery
• Provide technical expertise across environmental impact assessments, environmental management, and regulatory compliance
• Act as the technical authority, reviewing reports and ensuring high-quality outputs
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and project teams to ensure environmental requirements are met
• Support and mentor junior consultants within the business
• Contribute to continuous improvement of environmental processes and best practice

Requirements – Education and Experience

• A degree in a relevant environmental discipline
• Excellent knowledge of environmental legislation and policy
• Professional affiliation with or membership of an appropriate professional body
• Significant relevant experience in a consultancy environment or other relevant industry experience
• Experience of providing competent environmental advice to clients and colleagues
• Strong customer focus, striving for excellence by understanding, anticipating, and meeting the needs of others
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Exceptional time management skills, including the ability to manage and deliver multiple projects simultaneously
• Proven leadership skills
• Strong IT skills, including knowledge of Office 365, OneDrive, and SharePoint
• Full UK driving licence
• Must be eligible to live and work in the UK

What's on Offer

• Competitive contract rate of £45-55 per hour (Ltd)
• 6-month initial contract with potential for extension
• Flexible, collaborative SME working environment
• Interesting and varied project portfolio

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business