Senior Environmental Planner

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior Environmental Planner to support EIA activities and contribute to projects focused on renewable energy and sustainability. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, experience in environmental consultancy, and a strong understanding of UK planning systems. This role offers a hybrid working model and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental consultancy or a relevant industry sector.
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system (Town & Country Planning and DCO regimes).

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of environmental planning and EIA activities across various projects.
• Collaborate with clients to develop planning strategies aligned with sustainability goals.
• Contribute to projects in renewable energy, decarbonisation, and climate resilience.

Skills

Environmental impact assessments

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Passion for sustainability

Education

Relevant degree and full membership of a professional institution

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about solving environmental, socio-economic and sustainability challenges? Are you an experienced EIA specialist and project manager? Join one of the world\'s most sustainable companies as a Senior Environmental Planner.

You could be based across various UK locations (primarily London, Reading, Bristol, Taunton, Edinburgh or Brighton). We are open to other Stantec offices within commutable distance. At Stantec we redefine what is possible by solving key challenges around housing and infrastructure delivery, and by working on innovative projects in renewable energy (solar, battery storage and energy networks) and decarbonisation (carbon capture storage, transport and technology). You will contribute to building resilience to climate change and improving water quality through a range of water projects and will work across planning regimes (including NSIP / DCO and TCPA) to help clients safely meet objectives in an environmentally and socially sustainable manner.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of environmental planning and EIA activities across project types including real estate, energy, water and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to develop planning strategies that align with sustainability goals.
• Contribute to projects across renewable energy, decarbonisation, climate resilience and water quality improvements.
• Work within planning regimes (NSIP / DCO / TCPA) to help clients efficiently meet objectives in a safe, sustainable manner.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree and full membership of a relevant professional institution.
• Experience in environmental consultancy or a relevant industry sector.
• Expertise in environmental impact assessments (EIAs) across various project types (real estate, energy, water, infrastructure).
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system (Town & Country Planning and DCO regimes).
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• A passion for sustainability and a desire to make a positive impact.

Why join us?

• People culture: We\'re proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• Award winning workplace: \"Top 50 companies to work for\" by Glassdoor (2025). Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world\'s top 10 most sustainable companies (2025). Named \"Best Place to Work\" and \"International Consulting Firm of the Year\" at the NCE Awards (2024).
• Growth: We\'re on an exciting growth journey across the UK & Ireland.
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension, annual leave with buy/sell options, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance, discounted gym membership and more.
• Flexible working: Hybrid approach to flexible working for a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development: Industry-leading training and development, plus paid professional subscriptions.

For more information contact Ruth Hoggett (Talent Acquisition Manager).

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 32,000 employees across 450 locations on 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn\'t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or adjustments to be made please contact [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

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