Principal Environmental Consultant

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible holiday allowance

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited seeks a Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant to lead environmental management across major infrastructure projects in the UK. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, drive EIA processes, and deliver high-quality reports while maintaining strong client relationships.

The role offers a flexible and hybrid working model, with opportunities to shape environmental outcomes across Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, Education, Rail, and Water sectors.

Qualifications

• Degree or Masters in an environmental or science subject with Chartership.
• Substantial post-graduate experience, preferably in a consultancy.
• Experience on linear infrastructure projects is beneficial.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the EIA process and environmental technical specialisms.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead on coordination and delivery of environmental work by multidisciplinary teams (EIA, options appraisals, environmental management).
• Champion high environmental performance within projects and influence development.
• Collate and edit information from various sources to produce clear reports.
• Manage client needs and communicate issues and ideas effectively.
• Lead bid preparation and help develop new business areas.

Skills

Environmental consultancy

EIA knowledge

Leadership

Report writing

Stakeholder communication

Education

Degree or Masters in environmental or science subject

Chartership from a relevant institution

Job description

Job Description Overview

Shape the future of our cities and environments. Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions. We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So talk to us about what's ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us. Bring your skills to the mix as a Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant. You'll play a vital role, collaborating with clients and design teams around the UK. Our Environment Practice leads the way in innovation, transformation and digital on the path to Net Zero. Lead environmental management integration across Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, Education, Rail, and Water. We're big on expertise but not on hierarchy. So, we'll trust you with more responsibility faster, supporting your career to the next level.

Responsibilities

Your role Leading on the coordination and delivery of environmental work being undertaken by multi-disciplinary teams including Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), options appraisals and environmental management. Champion high standards of environmental performance within multidisciplinary engineering projects, influencing project development and delivering optimal environmental outcomes. Collate and edit information from a range of sources to provide clear, well written reports. Competently undertake own work to an excellent standard, and review the work of others, on time and to budget. Able to manage clients’ needs in a confident, professional manner. Good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate issues and ideas effectively. Lead and support on bid preparation and develop new areas of business for the team. Undertake Continual Professional Development in accordance with requirements of chosen professional institute.

About you

Degree or Masters in an environmental or science subject, with Chartership from a relevant institution. Substantial relevant post-graduate experience, preferably within a consultancy environment. Experience working on linear infrastructure projects would be beneficial. Comprehensive knowledge of the EIA process and environmental technical specialisms. Experience of leadership within multidisciplinary teams. Strong report writing, verbal and presentation skills and able to review the work of others to ensure quality. Able to prioritise and work effectively under pressure. Good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate issues and ideas effectively. Be flexible, adaptable and prepared to take on new challenges and work from other AtkinsRéalis or client office locations. Be highly self-motivated, possessing strong enthusiasm and commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. Be rewarded.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional information

Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

Employment terms

Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and engineering.