Senior Environmental Consultant (EIA)

TN United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Environmental Consultant to join their dynamic team. This role involves managing and delivering environmental assessments across diverse projects, including minerals, waste, and residential developments. You will lead the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with UK legislation. The company offers a supportive, non-corporate environment with excellent development opportunities, including mentoring and support towards professional memberships. If you're passionate about environmental consultancy and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Healthcare plan

Discretionary bonuses

Development opportunities

Mentoring support

Qualifications

• A degree in Environmental Science or related field is essential.
• Extensive experience in environmental consultancy is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the preparation of EIA screening and scoping reports.
• Provide expert advice on environmental impacts and mitigation measures.

Skills

Environmental Consultancy

Project Management

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree in Environmental Science

Membership with a relevant institution

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05.05.2025

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Job Description:

Your new company
Established in 1999, my client is a customer-focused planning, environment, and design consultancy with extensive experience in adding value to a range of development schemes. They work with various building materials, minerals & waste, commercial and residential clients amongst others.

It's an exciting time currently, they are looking for an experienced Environmental (EIA) Consultant to join their team and support on a range of schemes.

Their other departments offer various environmental services that work closely together to give a comprehensive service to their clients including; Ecology, Environmental Permitting and Landscape Planning.

Your new role

You will play a crucial role in managing and delivering environmental assessments for a diverse range of projects across multiple sectors, including minerals & waste, residential, commercial and industrial developments, with most being the former. These developments are particularly interesting and can range in length.
Some examples are quarry extensions, auxiliary developments, processing plants, cement works, solar power schemes. Otherwise, they can be large-scale residential or commercial sites.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the preparation of EIA screening and scoping reports, Environmental Statements, and supporting documents.
• Provide expert advice on environmental impacts and mitigation measures, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing bespoke advice to help them achieve their goals.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, planners, and other environmental specialists, to integrate environmental considerations into project designs.
• Ensure all deliverables meet high-quality standards and adhere to rigorous quality management procedures.

What you'll need to succeed

• A degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or a related field.
• Membership with a relevant institution
• Extensive experience in environmental consultancy, with a strong understanding of UK environmental and planning legislation.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and coordinate inputs from various technical specialists.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting and resource allocation.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in environmental assessment practices.

What you'll get in return

• Excellent development opportunities
• A fun and friendly, non-corporate working environment
• Considerable CPD opportunities and mentoring
• Healthcare plan
• Discretionary bonuses
• Support towards chartership and professional memberships