Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Glasgow is seeking a Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant to oversee EIA and consenting projects. The role offers career development, mentoring, and the chance to impact significant environmental projects across the UK. Candidates should have a relevant degree and extensive experience in environmental consultancy.

Benefits

Competitive salary benchmarked against market standards

Minimum 25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Flexible working arrangements, including part-time or hybrid options

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Access to a wide range of flexible benefits

Ongoing professional development and support for chartered status

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ post-graduate experience in consultancy.
• Comprehensive understanding of the EIA process.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination and delivery of environmental services.
• Prepare and edit high-quality technical reports.
• Manage project budgets and timelines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project management

Technical writing

Adaptability

Education

Degree or Master’s in an environmental or related scientific discipline

Chartered status (or working towards chartership)

Job description

Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant – EIA & Consenting
Glasgow

CTJ49

A leading, multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking a Senior or Principal Environmental Consultant to join its expanding team in Scotland. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated professional with experience in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and consenting to contribute to a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and development projects across the UK.

This consultancy is home to a vibrant network of over 600 environmental professionals, offering industry-leading advisory services to clients facing critical global challenges, including climate change, rapid urbanization, and the transition to Net Zero. Working within a collaborative environment, this role offers genuine scope for career development, mentoring opportunities, and the chance to shape outcomes on nationally significant projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the coordination and delivery of environmental services on multi-disciplinary projects, including EIAs, environmental appraisals, and environmental management plans
• Provide strategic input to deliver optimal environmental outcomes and high standards of performance
• Prepare and edit high-quality technical reports using data from various disciplines
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and client expectations with professionalism and confidence
• Contribute to business development activities including bidding, proposals, and identification of new opportunities
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to the team’s growth and success
• Undertake continued professional development in line with relevant industry body requirements

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree or Master’s in an environmental or related scientific discipline (RICS, IEMA, CIWEM, CIEEM or equivalent accredited)
• Chartered status (or actively working towards chartership)
• Minimum of 5 years’ post-graduate experience, ideally within a consultancy environment
• Comprehensive understanding of the EIA process and associated environmental technical disciplines
• Proven ability to write, review, and present technical content to a high standard
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work across teams and engage with clients effectively
• Organised, adaptable, and able to prioritise multiple tasks within a fast-paced environment

Benefits:

• Competitive salary benchmarked against market standards
• Minimum 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, with options to buy/sell leave
• Flexible working arrangements, including part-time or hybrid options
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme supporting physical and mental wellbeing
• Access to a wide range of flexible benefits including medical cover, pension contributions, gym membership, and more
• Ongoing professional development and support for achieving or maintaining chartered status through tailored training programmes
• A commitment to diversity, inclusion, and fostering a collaborative and equitable workplace culture

If you are interested in this Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant please send your cv to [e-mail]