Senior Environmental Consultant

Advance TRS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Environmental Consultant to drive compliance and lead projects in renewable energy and grid infrastructure. This role involves collaborating across teams, mentoring juniors, and advising on regulations while addressing critical environmental challenges.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in environmental consultancy and compliance.
• Chartered or working towards IEMA membership.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental consultancy services, including CEMPs.
• Conduct compliance audits and oversee project operations.
• Provide strategic environmental advice to clients.

Skills

Strong understanding of UK environmental legislation

Experience in EIA

Business development

Team leadership and mentoring

Education

Degree or HND in an Environmental/Construction related discipline

Tools

IOSH Managing Safely

NEBOSH

SMSTS/SSSTS

Job description

Job Title: Senior Environmental Consultant

Type: Permanent, full time

Location: Birmingham

Job Reference: BMSNRENVCONS

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Environmental Consultant to join a growing team, focusing on leading environmental management operations and compliance across various projects, particularly in the low-carbon transition sectors like renewable energy, grid infrastructure, and data projects.

This is a client-facing role that involves collaborating with internal teams, subcontractors, and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead environmental consultancy services, including preparing Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs) and securing environmental consents and permits.

• Conduct audits, inspections, and oversee project operations, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

• Provide strategic advice to clients on environmental matters across design and build projects.

• Manage multiple project sites, ensuring adherence to environmental legislation and regulatory requirements.

• Support clients through licensing and consenting processes (NSIP/DCO).

• Conduct environmental impact assessments (EIA) and site investigations.

• Drive business development by identifying new opportunities and strengthening client relationships.

• Mentor junior team members and ensure high-quality technical delivery.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong understanding of UK environmental legislation, planning, and consenting.

• Experience in EIA, screening & scoping reports, and DCO processes for NSIPs.

• Chartered or working towards IEMA membership.

• Full UK driving licence (site visits required).

Essential:

• Degree or HND in an Environmental/Construction related discipline.

• 5+ years of experience in environmental consultancy and compliance.

Desirable:

• IOSH Managing Safely.

• NEBOSH.

• SMSTS/SSSTS.

• Member (or working towards membership) of a relevant professional body (IEMA, CIEM, etc.).

• CSCS card (Gold/Black).

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead on projects that have a meaningful impact on the environment while working in a dynamic and supportive team.

For more information, please apply or contact Billy Mitchell at Advance TRS.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.