Principle Air Quality Consultant

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Environmental and Engineering Consultancy in Manchester seeks a Principal Air Quality Consultant. This pivotal role involves leading air quality projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with UK regulations, while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Pension contributions

Private medical cover

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in air quality consultancy or regulation.
• Strong understanding of UK air quality legislation.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead air quality assessments for regulatory compliance.
• Oversee technical reporting and modelling activities.
• Manage client accounts and project delivery.

Skills

Air quality impact assessment

Project management

Client relationship management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, or Engineering

Tools

Dispersion modelling (ADMS, AERMOD)

Job description

Principal Air Quality Consultant – Manchester – £50,000 to £65,000 + Benefits

A specialist UK-based Environmental and Engineering Consultancy is seeking a Principal Air Quality Consultant to join its established team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced consultant to lead regulatory and compliance-focused air quality projects across a range of sectors, while contributing to the development of a high-performing regional team.

Essential Requirements:

• 5+ years’ experience working in air quality consultancy or regulation.

• Strong background in air quality impact assessment, permitting, or compliance.

• Excellent understanding of UK air quality legislation, modelling tools, and regulatory frameworks.

• Proven experience managing complex projects and client relationships.

• A full UK driving licence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related discipline (engineering background highly desirable).

• Familiarity with dispersion modelling (e.g., ADMS, AERMOD) and air quality monitoring.

• Experience working on regulatory compliance for industrial, energy, or infrastructure clients.

• Ability to manage junior staff, review technical output, and contribute to business development.

The Role:
As a Principal Consultant, you will lead the delivery of technically robust, compliance-driven air quality projects, working closely with clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams. You will play a key role in mentoring junior consultants and shaping the future growth of the Manchester air quality division.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading air quality and emissions assessments for permitting, planning, and compliance.

• Overseeing modelling, site assessments, and technical reporting.

• Managing client accounts, proposals, and project delivery.

• Representing the business in meetings with regulatory authorities and stakeholders.

• Supporting the development of internal technical processes and junior team members.

This is a Manchester-based, full-time role, offering a competitive salary of £50,000 to £65,000, pension contributions, private medical cover, and the opportunity to take a leading role within a respected and expanding consultancy.

If you are interested in this or other senior roles in Air Quality or Environmental Consultancy, please do not hesitate to contact Aidan Morgan at [e-mail] or call 01792 362017.

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This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.