Nuclear EIA Principal — Environmental Strategy Lead

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Health and Wellbeing support

Development and training opportunities

Employee resource groups for inclusivity

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Manchester is seeking an Associate Consultant to manage environmental aspects of nuclear projects. You will lead strategic planning, deliver Environmental Impact Assessments, and build client relationships within the nuclear sector. The ideal candidate has an environmental or planning degree, relevant experience in nuclear projects, and strong communication skills. This role offers flexibility with hybrid working options and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Chartered status or working towards chartership.
• Demonstrable experience in delivering EIAs for nuclear projects.
• Familiarity with consenting processes related to nuclear projects.
• Knowledge of emerging environmental and planning policy trends.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental contributions across project designs.
• Deliver strategic planning, environmental advice, and technical studies.
• Oversee multiple and complex nuclear projects.
• Build strong client relationships to support project strategies.

Skills

Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)

Client communication

Stakeholder engagement

Report writing

Team management

Education

Relevant environmental or planning degree

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in Manchester is seeking an Associate Consultant to manage environmental aspects of nuclear projects. You will lead strategic planning, deliver Environmental Impact Assessments, and build client relationships within the nuclear sector. The ideal candidate has an environmental or planning degree, relevant experience in nuclear projects, and strong communication skills. This role offers flexibility with hybrid working options and opportunities for career development.