Principal Environmental Consultant

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Environmental Consultant to lead environmental assessments for energy projects in the UK. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects, including nuclear and renewable energy, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in environmental disciplines, excellent communication skills, and a passion for mentoring others. Join a forward-thinking consultancy that values diversity and supports flexible working arrangements, while making a positive impact on society through innovative engineering solutions.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plans

Menopause Support

Wellbeing Programs

Pension Contributions

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Bonus Schemes

Enhanced Family Leave Policies

Learning and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree and Master’s in an environmental discipline are essential.
• Significant experience in UK energy projects is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead UK EIAs for energy projects, including DCO applications.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure quality of their work.

Skills

Fluent in English

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Mentoring

Technical Understanding of Energy Projects

Proposal Preparation

Education

Degree in Environmental Discipline

Master’s in Environmental Discipline

Job description

Job Description

Mott MacDonald

Locations: Brighton, Glasgow, Manchester

Recruiter contact: Mara Cervantes

We’re a global engineering, management, and development consultancy dedicated to improving society through social outcomes, excellence, and digital innovation. Our focus is on transforming clients’ businesses, communities, and employee opportunities, with a core value of respecting and meeting individual needs.

We are proud to be recognized as one of Glassdoor’s top employers in the UK and as a Top Inclusive Company.

Our values: Progress, Respect, Integrity, Drive, Excellence.

About the Business Unit

The Energy unit provides services worldwide across sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable, and transmission & distribution. We offer integrated engineering and project management throughout the project lifecycle, supporting the global energy transition.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Principal Environmental Consultant to join our team, focusing on environmental assessments of energy projects in the UK, primarily in nuclear, networks, and energy transition sectors. There will also be opportunities to work on international projects across Europe, Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean, including solar, hydro, wind, and thermal technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead UK EIAs for energy projects, including DCO applications.
2. Conduct due diligence for various energy projects.
3. Coordinate specialists’ inputs.
4. Collaborate with engineering teams to incorporate environmental considerations during project development.
5. Mentor junior team members and ensure the quality of their work.
6. Manage project workflows and deliverables.
7. Build and maintain client relationships.
8. Manage sub-consultants.
9. Prepare project proposals.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team working alongside environmental specialists, social specialists, and engineers.

Candidate Requirements:

Essential:

• Fluent in English
• Degree and Master’s in an environmental discipline
• Significant experience in UK energy projects (transmission, nuclear, hydrogen, carbon capture, solar, hydro, wind)
• Experience with DCO applications
• Ability to review complex documents and communicate key issues clearly
• Understanding of technical aspects of energy projects
• Willingness and ability to travel
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and writing skills
• Experience leading and mentoring junior staff
• Experience preparing proposals for new projects
• Ability to work effectively in teams and motivate others
• Capacity to meet challenging budgets and deadlines
• Membership in a relevant professional institute

Desirable:

• Specialist environmental expertise with broader environmental or social awareness
• Experience with options appraisals and iterative design processes
• Experience with environmental permitting
• Understanding of other major infrastructure projects
• Town planning qualification

We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

UK Immigration: Mott MacDonald does not currently sponsor Skilled Worker visas due to recent UK government changes but welcomes applications from candidates eligible through other immigration routes.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: We promote fair employment practices and an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.

Accessibility: For support during the application process, contact [e-mail].

Flexible Working: We support flexible working arrangements.

Benefits include:

• Health and wellbeing benefits such as private medical insurance, health cash plans, menopause support, and wellbeing programs.
• Financial benefits including pension contributions, life assurance, income protection, and bonus schemes.
• Lifestyle benefits including holiday entitlement, savings schemes, and retail discounts.
• Enhanced family leave policies and support for carers.
• Learning and development opportunities, including professional subscriptions and training.
• Participation in social networks and community initiatives.

Apply now or learn more about our application process.