Senior/Principal Consultant (EIA)

TNEI Services Ltd; Glasgow, Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a senior or principal power systems consultant to join their dynamic Connections Team. This role offers the opportunity to manage large-scale renewable energy projects, focusing on environmental assessments and stakeholder engagement. The company prides itself on its vibrant culture and commitment to innovation, providing excellent career development opportunities. As part of an Employee Ownership Trust, you will directly influence the company's success while contributing to the net zero energy revolution. If you are passionate about making a difference in a rapidly growing industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Professional membership fees

Discretionary annual performance-based bonus

Company contributory pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Death in service insurance

Permanent health insurance

Flexible hybrid working policy

25 days annual leave plus birthday off

Qualifications

• Experience in managing large-scale EIA projects in the renewable energy sector.
• Full membership of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA).

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale renewable energy projects focusing on environmental assessment.
• Coordinate production of Screening and Scoping reports plus EIA Reports.

Skills

Project Management

Environmental Assessment

Stakeholder Engagement

Proposal Writing

Business Development

Education

Degree in Environmental Management

Degree in Environmental Planning

Job description

SALARY: Competitive and based on experience and qualifications.

LOCATION: Glasgow or Newcastle Upon Tyne

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Managing large-scale renewable energy projects with a particular focus on environmental assessment and related activities.
• Undertaking Screening and Scoping activities with associated stakeholder consultation and engagement.
• Co-ordination and production of Screening and Scoping reports plus EIA Reports / Environmental Statements.
• Management of sub-consultants of varying technical disciplines and stakeholder management.
• Proposal writing, budgetary preparation and business development.

REQUIREMENTS

Essential requirements include:

• A related degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Planning, or equivalent.
• Experience of working in a client-facing consultancy environment, delivering high-quality work.
• A demonstrated track record of managing large-scale EIA projects, ideally in the renewable energy sector.
• A detailed understanding of UK wide EIA & Planning Regulations.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Full membership of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA), or equivalent.
• A demonstrated track record of appeals, expert witness and public inquiries.
• Experience of renewable energy projects in the UK including DCO and S36 level projects.
• A track record of winning work and providing business development skills.

THE POSITION

We are looking for a full-time senior or principal power systems consultant with specialist skills and experience in protection and earthing, to join our Connections Team and optimise and deliver high quality, safe solutions to our clients. The Connections Team are a high performing, dynamic unit, applying technical expertise to projects in a commercial environment, performing specialist power system studies for the connection of all generation technologies, energy storage and industrial facilities as well as public and private networks.

TNEI

TNEI is a specialist, vibrant consulting company that has been at the forefront of providing expert technical advice to electricity network companies, renewable energy developers, regulators and funding institutions all over the world for 25 years. By nurturing the top talent in the energy industry we’ve built a solid reputation of developing innovative solutions and solving complex problems associated with achieving net zero. We offer a fast-paced learning environment with excellent career development opportunities. Join us and become part of the net zero energy revolution.

TNEI staff at the heart of the business

TNEI is an Employee Ownership Trust meaning that the people who work in the business directly benefit from and influence the direction and future success of the company. TNEI has always been proud of its inventive and collaborative culture. That culture is at the heart of its success and ensures innovative and novel approaches to supporting and helping solve challenges facing our client base. An Employee Ownership Trust embodies this company culture in which we all feel responsible for the business’ performance and success. By remaining independent, the company is able to retain its culture and reputation and allow staff to feel even more connected to the company.

Why should you apply?

• Join a world class team in a rapidly growing industry
• Have a hands-on opportunity to make a real difference in a small company
• Excellent professional and personal development opportunities
• Professional membership fees
• Discretionary annual performance-based bonus
• Company contributory pension scheme
• Private medical, death in service and permanent health insurance
• Flexible hybrid working policy
• 25 days annual leave plus an additional day off on your birthday!

How to apply

Please apply using the ‘Apply Now’ form on the Careers Page on our website, and upload your CV and covering letter, demonstrating why you are suitable for the role and any previous experience.

Closing date for applications: 31 January 2025

We shall be interviewing suitable candidates on a continuous basis, therefore, if you are planning to apply, we recommend that you do so without delay.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

TNEI promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in a space where all are respected.

Please note we do not accept CVs from recruitment agencies.