Senior/Principal Enviromental Consultant

Penguin Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Senior / Principal Environmental Consultant to lead projects aimed at driving sustainable outcomes. The role offers a collaborative culture, flexible working options, and opportunities for career progression. Candidates should possess a degree in an environmental or science discipline and strong leadership experience. The ideal candidate will have skills in managing multidisciplinary teams and delivering high-quality reports. The position requires adaptability and a commitment to sustainable development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid and flexible working

Generous holiday offerings

Comprehensive health benefits

Outstanding training and career progression

Qualifications

• Significant post-graduate experience in environmental consultancy.
• Understanding of the EIA process.
• Experience working on linear infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate environmental inputs on major multidisciplinary projects.
• Champion high standards of environmental performance.
• Deliver high-quality reports.
• Manage client relationships and communicate issues effectively.

Skills

Strong report writing skills

Excellent communication skills

Leadership in multidisciplinary teams

Environmental technical specialisms

Ability to manage client relationships

Education

Degree or Master's in environmental or science-based discipline

Job description

Senior / Principal Environmental Consultant

Location: Manchester

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly respected, market‑leading engineering and environmental consultancy as they seek to appoint a Senior or Principal Environmental Consultant to join their growing Environment Practice.

This consultancy is shaping the future of UK cities, infrastructure and environments - and this is your chance to be part of it.

The Opportunity

Are you ready to play a crucial role in delivering some of the UK's most exciting and transformational projects? This organisation offers a diverse, inclusive and genuinely collaborative culture where your voice is valued and your expertise helps influence real change.

Flexible and remote working is truly embedded into their culture. Whether you need reduced hours, additional leave for school holidays, or support returning from a career break, they pride themselves on helping their people thrive.

As a Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant, you will collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary design teams across the UK. The Environment Practice is at the forefront of innovation and digital transformation on the path to Net Zero. You'll help lead environmental management across diverse sectors including Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, Rail, Education and Water.

This is a business that trusts its people. Expect responsibility, progression and the support to take your career to the next level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate environmental inputs on major multidisciplinary projects, including EIAs, options appraisals and environmental management.
• Champion high standards of environmental performance, influencing project development to deliver sustainable outcomes.
• Collate, analyse and edit information to produce clear, robust and high‑quality reports.
• Deliver your own work to an exceptional standard and review the work of others, ensuring accuracy, quality and adherence to budget.
• Confidently manage client relationships and communicate environmental issues effectively.
• Lead and support bid preparation, helping to develop new business opportunities.
• Undertake ongoing CPD in line with professional institute requirements.

About You

• Degree or Master's in an environmental or science-based discipline, with Chartership (or working towards).
• Significant post‑graduate experience, ideally within an environmental consultancy environment.
• Strong understanding of the EIA process and environmental technical specialisms.
• Experience working on linear infrastructure projects is an advantage.
• Proven leadership within multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent report writing, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Adaptable, proactive and motivated by delivering sustainable environmental outcomes.
• Willingness to work across different client or office locations when required.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Generous holiday and the option to buy additional leave
• Comprehensive health, wellbeing and financial benefits
• Outstanding training, development and personalised career progression

They are committed to supporting your growth at every stage of your career.

About the Employer

Our client is a globally recognised engineering and environmental consultancy delivering world‑class infrastructure and energy projects. With a reputation for excellence, innovation and sustainability, they work with leading partners to engineer a better future for people and the planet.

Interested?
The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or

Closes: Jan 8th 2026