Lead Environmental Consultant: EIA Expert (Highways)

VIQU Energy Limited; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car + Benefits

Referral bonus up to £1,000

Job summary

VIQU Energy Limited, a UK infrastructure specialist, is recruiting a Principal Environmental Consultant to lead Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for highways and major projects. You will manage environmental risks, liaise with engineers and clients, and ensure compliance with planning and environmental regulations.

You will guide junior team members, contribute to sustainability initiatives, and prepare technical reports and documentation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a related subject.
• Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) or equivalent professional accreditation.
• Strong environmental consultancy experience within highways, construction or infrastructure.
• Good understanding of EIA processes and relevant planning legislation.
• Experience delivering environmental assessments, consents and compliance requirements.
• Strong report writing, project management and communication skills.
• Experience managing budgets, resources and supporting team development.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) across highways and infrastructure projects.
• Provide environmental advice and support throughout project design and delivery.
• Manage environmental risks, assessments, consents and regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with engineers, project managers and external stakeholders.
• Support carbon reduction, biodiversity and sustainability initiatives.
• Prepare and review environmental reports and technical documentation.
• Manage project budgets, programmes and resources.
• Provide technical guidance and support the development of junior team members.

Skills

Environmental consultancy

EIA knowledge

Report writing

Project management

Communication skills

Budget & resource management

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Environmental Science/Environmental Management or related subject

Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) or equivalent

Job description

VIQU Energy Limited, a UK infrastructure specialist, is recruiting a Principal Environmental Consultant to lead Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for highways and major projects. You will manage environmental risks, liaise with engineers and clients, and ensure compliance with planning and environmental regulations.

You will guide junior team members, contribute to sustainability initiatives, and prepare technical reports and documentation.