Senior Environmental Consultant

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established environmental planning firm is seeking a Senior Environmental Planner with 3-5 years' experience in London. This position involves delivering environmental projects, managing teams, and requires a relevant degree. The role offers competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration and bonus scheme

Comprehensive benefits package

Support for professional development

Exposure to top-tier clients

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in environmental planning.
• Membership of ISEP/IEMA or Chartered Environmentalist status.
• Strong understanding of environmental disciplines.
• Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering environmental planning projects.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to meet deliverables.
• Manage project finances, schedules, and reports.
• Prepare technical EIA-related reports.

Skills

EIA Regulations application

Project management

Understanding of UK planning system

Written and verbal communication

Collaboration and teamwork

Education

Relevant University degree in environmental or related discipline

Membership of a relevant professional body

Job description

Overview

Opportunity: An established environmental planning team is seeking a Senior Environmental Planner with 3-5 years' experience to join its growing UK-wide operations. The team provides environmental planning services across a variety of sectors, including property, infrastructure, waste, and energy. Key areas of focus include Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), site feasibility and masterplanning, and strategic environmental planning advice at all stages of the development lifecycle. The role is flexible in terms of geographical location, with a preference for candidates based in London, Birmingham, or Manchester, although remote working arrangements will be considered. Travel to client meetings will be required as necessary. This position offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to projects of significance while developing your career within a collaborative and professional team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of environmental planning projects, with a focus on EIA and planning-related services.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure project deliverables are met on time and to budget.
• Manage project finances, schedules, and reporting requirements.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities as required.
• Prepare technical reports, including EIA Screening reports, Scoping reports, Environmental Statements (ESs), and related documentation.
• Support business development and work-winning activities, contributing ideas and proposals.
• Foster a collaborative team environment, supporting and motivating colleagues.

Requirements

• Relevant University degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in an environmental or related discipline.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., ISEP/IEMA) and/or Chartered Environmentalist status.
• Strong understanding of environmental disciplines and practical experience with the UK planning system.
• Proven experience applying EIA Regulations at all stages of the assessment process.
• Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and managing project stakeholders.
• Project management skills, including oversight of deliverables, schedules, and budgets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience authoring EIA-related reports.
• Proactive, innovative, and collaborative approach, with the ability to enhance outcomes for clients.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration and bonus scheme.
• Comprehensive benefits package and support for professional development (CPD).
• Exposure to a highly professional team and top-tier clients.
• Opportunity to contribute to challenging and high-profile environmental planning projects.

If you think you have the required experience to fit this role, please click 'Apply' below to submit your cv for review. If you have any questions about this or other roles, contact Euan McLeod on 02079602552. We also offer £250 for successfully placed referrals, so if you have any friends/colleagues that are looking for work, put them in touch!