Senior Environmental Consultant — Net Zero Leader (Hybrid)

slihrms; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible holidays

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in the UK seeks a Senior/Principal Consultant to lead environmental work across multidisciplinary teams, including EIA and options appraisals. You will deliver high‑quality reports, manage client needs, and drive sustainable outcomes.

You’ll also influence project development and maintain rigorous environmental standards throughout projects. You will work in a flexible, hybrid environment across UK locations, with opportunities for career progression, training, and continued

Qualifications

• Degree or Masters in environmental or science subject, with Chartership from a relevant institution.
• Substantial post-graduate experience, preferably in consultancy.
• Experience with linear infrastructure projects is a plus.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the EIA process and environmental specialisms.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering reports.
• Strong written and verbal presentation skills; able to review others' work.
• Able to priorities and work under pressure; adaptable to new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead on coordination and delivery of environmental work by multi-disciplinary teams.
• Champion high environmental performance within projects and influence development.
• Collate and edit information to provide clear, well written reports.
• Undertake own work to a high standard and review others' work on time and budget.
• Manage client needs in a confident, professional manner.
• Lead and support bid preparation and develop new business areas.
• Engage in Continual Professional Development per professional institute requirements.

Skills

Project leadership

Strong report writing

Stakeholder communication

Client relationship management

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's degree in environmental or science subject

Chartership / professional accreditation

Job description

AtkinsRéalis in the UK seeks a Senior/Principal Consultant to lead environmental work across multidisciplinary teams, including EIA and options appraisals. You will deliver high‑quality reports, manage client needs, and drive sustainable outcomes.

You’ll also influence project development and maintain rigorous environmental standards throughout projects. You will work in a flexible, hybrid environment across UK locations, with opportunities for career progression, training, and continued