Principal Water Team Lead - Hydro-Ecology & Delivery

Thomson environmental consultants

England

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

46 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave
Enhanced stakeholder pension scheme
Life insurance
Discounted gym membership
Paid professional memberships
Clothing allowance
Performance-related rewards and long‑s
Free parking
Regular social and company events

Job summary

Thomson environmental consultants is seeking a Principal Technical Specialist to lead and grow our dynamic Water Team. This leadership role blends technical expertise, team development and business growth to deliver complex aquatic projects.

You will guide projects through legislation, policy and best practice, while mentoring staff and building strong client relationships across the UK water sector.

Qualifications

  • Principal-level experience in environmental consultancy.
  • Strong background in aquatic hydro-ecology or similar disciplines.
  • Proven experience in managing and developing staff.
  • Track record of winning work and building client relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the Water Team, mentoring and training staff.
  • Deliver large, complex hydro-ecological projects with technical oversight.
  • Provide guidance on legislation, policy and best practice; review technical reports.
  • Oversee budgets, forecasting and team financial performance.
  • Win new work through bids, tenders and client engagement.

Skills

Staff development
Client relationships
Hydro-ecology
Project leadership
Budget management

Job description

Thomson environmental consultants is seeking a Principal Technical Specialist to lead and grow our dynamic Water Team. This leadership role blends technical expertise, team development and business growth to deliver complex aquatic projects.

You will guide projects through legislation, policy and best practice, while mentoring staff and building strong client relationships across the UK water sector.

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