Senior Environmental (EIA) Consultant - London & South East

WSP; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Environmental Consultant to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects across various sectors, including energy and rail, while promoting sustainable design and environmental enhancement. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage environmental assessments, and contribute to innovative techniques like Digital EIA. With a strong focus on personal and professional development, this position is ideal for proactive individuals eager to make a positive impact in their field.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Gym discounts

Mentoring support for Chartership

Health and wellbeing programs

Work-life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• Relevant environmental degree, preferably in EIA or similar.
• Experience in coordinating environmental assessments on various projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide environmental advice and support to clients and project managers.
• Manage delivery of environmental inputs like EIA screening and management plans.

Skills

Environmental Assessment

Project Management

EIA Processes

Report Writing

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Science

Chartered Environmental Status

Job description

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 the best work of your life. Embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. Experience a world of opportunity and shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role...

We are seeking a Senior environmental professional to support our Environmental Management and Assessment Team in the London or South East Teams (London, Cambridge, Guildford, Reading, Basingstoke, Southampton). Our portfolio includes projects across sectors such as energy, aviation, nuclear, rail, property, and Local Government. We need creative, dedicated individuals with a solid grounding in environmental design, assessment, and management throughout the project lifecycle.

As one of the UK's largest environmental consultancies, WSP engages in challenging, high-profile projects, from small developments to major infrastructure schemes. Our Environmental Management and Assessment Team manages environmental inputs across these projects' lifecycles.

Early engagement at concept and option stages helps shape projects that respect sensitive environments and communities. We support design development to consent, working closely with specialists and other professionals to develop proposals that enhance the environment and communities, aiming for benefits like improved habitats, cleaner air and water, and lower carbon footprints. We collaborate with design and construction teams to ensure practices meet commitments. This role suits proactive individuals eager to use initiative to advance their careers.

As a Senior EIA Consultant, you will work with technical specialists and design teams across sectors to manage environmental inputs to project designs and assessments, improving environmental performance across diverse projects.

The role is ideal for enthusiastic individuals wanting to influence, manage, and deliver environmental aspects of engineering projects across sectors including rail, highways, energy, and commercial/residential developments, from feasibility through to planning, detailed design, construction, and handover/maintenance. Responsibilities include project management, bidding, team leadership, and financial oversight. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented UK-wide team committed to inspiring work and a fulfilling career.

A typical week may include:

• Providing environmental advice and support to clients and project teams
• Collaborating with environmental specialists, clients, and engineers to promote sustainable design and environmental enhancement
• Managing delivery of environmental inputs such as EIA screening, scoping reports, constraints studies, management plans, and Environmental Statements
• Overseeing project performance in technical, quality, commercial, and safety aspects
• Building client relationships and identifying support opportunities in resourcing, scheduling, strategy, and delivery
• Supporting business development through proposals and strategic bids
• Innovating techniques like Digital EIA and Technical Excellence
• Mentoring junior colleagues to support their career growth
• Promoting a health and safety culture and demonstrating inclusive workplace values
• Contributing to business success aligned with WSP strategies and personal goals

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate...

• A relevant environmental degree, preferably in EIA or similar
• Chartered status or working towards Chartered membership of IEMA or equivalent
• Experience with EIA processes and working independently within multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of environmental and planning legislation
• Proven experience coordinating environmental assessments on various projects
• Understanding of project management, including commercial, risk, forecasting, and quality assurance
• Experience in business development and bid preparation
• Ability to liaise effectively with teams, clients, and external bodies
• Strong report writing and communication skills with attention to detail
• Experience promoting health, safety, and wellbeing culture

Imagine a better future for you and for us all.

Join our community of talented individuals dedicated to making a positive impact. Our global team of over 69,000 employees works to create lasting benefits for communities worldwide.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are a leading engineering and professional services firm with 69,300 passionate people committed to creating positive, lasting impacts through innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 UK and Ireland professionals, we are dedicated to our local communities and driven by international expertise.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance: We offer flexible working, including hybrid options to work from home two days a week and collaborative office environments.

Inclusivity & Diversity: We welcome diverse backgrounds, promote authenticity, and support inclusion through employee resource groups.

Health & Wellbeing: Our Thrive programme, Med24 NHS access, gym discounts, and menopause support are designed to support your health.

Flex your time: Our 'WSP My Hour' allows daily personal time, with flexible arrangements for leave and holidays.

Your development: We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and chartership support.

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We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are a Disability Confident leader. Please inform us if workplace adjustments are needed.