Senior Environmental (EIA) Consultant - London & South East

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consultancy as a Senior Environmental Consultant, where you will drive impactful projects across various sectors including energy and aviation. This role offers the opportunity to shape environmental strategies and mentor junior staff while working in a collaborative environment. With a commitment to positive impacts and flexible working, you will be part of a global team dedicated to enhancing community benefits and promoting sustainability. If you are passionate about environmental management and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working

Health and wellbeing programs

Training and mentoring opportunities

Qualifications

• Chartered status (IEMA or similar) preferred.
• Experience in managing EIA processes and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Providing environmental advice to clients and project teams.
• Managing EIAs and environmental management plans.
• Leading project delivery and quality performance.

Skills

Environmental Management

EIA Processes

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Environmental Degree

Job description

Senior Environmental (EIA) Consultant - London & South East

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Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do your best work. Embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives, shaping a career as unique as you.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior environmental professional to support our Environmental Management and Assessment Team in London or South East locations (London, Cambridge, Guildford, Reading, Basingstoke, Southampton). You will work on projects across sectors such as energy, aviation, nuclear, rail, property, and local government. The role involves environmental design, assessment, and management throughout project lifecycles, from concept to delivery.

As part of one of the UK's largest environmental consultancies, you'll be involved in high-profile projects, overseeing environmental inputs, shaping projects from early stages, and working with multidisciplinary teams to enhance environmental and community benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing environmental advice to clients and project teams
• Managing environmental inputs like EIAs, environmental management plans, and statements
• Leading project delivery, quality, and safety performance
• Building client relationships and supporting business development
• Mentoring junior staff and promoting an inclusive, safety-conscious culture

What We Seek

• Environmental degree qualification, ideally with chartered status (IEMA or similar)
• Experience in EIA processes, legislation, and multidisciplinary collaboration
• Strong communication and report-writing skills
• Proactive approach and ability to manage projects and bids

Why Join Us

Be part of a global team of over 69,000 employees committed to creating positive impacts. We offer flexible working, inclusive culture, health and wellbeing programs, and development opportunities including training and mentoring.