Senior Environmental Lead – Renewable Energy Projects

NetZero; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working culture

Exposure to senior stakeholders

Opportunity to influence decision-making

Job summary

A thriving UK renewable energy company is seeking an Environment Manager for a 12-14 month fixed-term contract starting in February/March. The role focuses on leading the environmental strategy for renewable energy developments, providing expert input on planning and EIA processes, and managing consultant teams. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in environmental management within the renewable sector and a deep understanding of UK planning processes. This position offers a chance to influence project outcomes and make an impact on the UK's net zero transition.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in environmental management within renewable energy development.
• Deep understanding of UK planning, consenting and EIA processes.
• Confidence managing consultants and influencing multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental strategy to maximise project consentability.
• Provide expert input into site design, planning and EIA processes.
• Manage environmental statements, technical assessments and consultant teams.
• Identify and deliver biodiversity net gain strategies.
• Advise on environmental risk, policy compliance and best practice.
• Engage with statutory bodies and internal project teams.

Skills

Environmental management experience

Understanding of UK planning, consenting and EIA processes

Confidence managing multidisciplinary teams

Delivery-focused approach

Job description

A thriving UK renewable energy company is seeking an Environment Manager for a 12-14 month fixed-term contract starting in February/March. The role focuses on leading the environmental strategy for renewable energy developments, providing expert input on planning and EIA processes, and managing consultant teams. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in environmental management within the renewable sector and a deep understanding of UK planning processes. This position offers a chance to influence project outcomes and make an impact on the UK's net zero transition.