Senior Air Quality Consultant

Stantec; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior / Principal Consultant for air quality assessments in Manchester. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in air quality impact assessments, particularly using dispersion modelling software. They will be responsible for mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to various land development projects. A strong understanding of the UK planning system and experience with GIS applications is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in air quality impact assessments and modelling.
• Strong understanding of Local Air Quality Management (LAQM).
• Experience in evaluating emissions from power, minerals, and industrial sectors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct air quality impact assessments for various projects.
• Mentor and support junior colleagues in air quality analyses.
• Use GIS packages to enhance air quality assessments.

Skills

Air quality impact assessments

Dispersion modelling

Mentoring junior colleagues

GIS applications

Collaboration

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

Chartered member of a professional institution

Tools

ADMS Roads

AERMOD

ADMS5

Job description

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a Senior / Principal Consultant to join the Stantec UK Air Quality team, based in either our London or Leeds offices, and working alongside colleagues in the wider Environmental Services team and Stantec's Engineering, Buildings, Infrastructure, Transportation and Planning Teams. The Air Quality team undertakes a wide range of studies across the UK throughout the development control process (i.e. in support of site promotion, input to planning application, condition discharge) for all scales and types of development. We also undertake detailed studies in support of Environmental Permit applications in the power, water, industry, minerals and waste sectors.

You will have experience in undertaking air quality impact assessments involving road traffic, combustion and odour emissions using air quality dispersion modelling software and monitoring programmes to inform report writing and contribute to Environmental Statement preparation. You will also have an interest in developing these skills to enhance assessments to reflect emerging requirements in relation to both human and ecological receptors to provide a more holistic approach to air quality.

You'll be a seasoned Air Quality consultant, degree qualified in a relevant discipline, be a Chartered member of a relevant professional institution and experienced in working in leading, mentoring and supporting junior colleagues in a collaborative environment. You’ll be capable of working both independently and as a part of our multidisciplinary teams on a variety of land development and urban regeneration projects. Additionally, you will demonstrate experience in dispersion modelling, including the use of ADMS Roads, AERMOD, or ADMS5, and be proficient in applying GIS packages within an air quality context, particularly in relation to the digitalisation of modelling inputs and outputs. Experience in assessing highway schemes in line with Highways England guidance, such as DMRB and WebTAG, is desirable, while expertise in evaluating emissions to air from sectors such as power, minerals, industrial, or waste would be advantageous. You will also bring experience in managing and mentoring junior team members, supporting their development and progression. A strong understanding of Local Air Quality Management (LAQM) and the UK planning and regulatory system is also essential.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply.