Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant

Penguin Recruitment; Ringway; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Manchester is seeking a Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant with strong EIA expertise to lead environmental work across multidisciplinary teams on major infrastructure projects.

You will line manage a team, shape environmental performance, coordinate reports, and foster client relationships while supporting bid development and CPD.

Qualifications

• Degree or Masters in an environmental or related science discipline.
• Significant post-graduate consultancy experience.
• Chartered status desirable.
• Experience on major infrastructure projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the EIA process.
• Leadership experience in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage workload and deliver under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver environmental work across multidisciplinary teams (EIA, options appraisals, environmental management).
• Line manage and mentor environmental professionals.
• Champion high standards of environmental performance within projects.
• Prepare clear, well-structured reports from multiple sources.
• Deliver outputs on time and within budget; review others' work.
• Build and manage client relationships professionally.
• Lead and support bid preparation and business development.
• Pursue CPD in line with institute requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Report writing

Verbal communication

Client relationships

Bid preparation

Education

Degree/Masters in environmental science

Job description

Job Title: Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant (EIA) Location: Manchester

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms. With a global reputation for delivering sustainable solutions across infrastructure, energy, water, environment, and transport, this is an organisation offering outstanding opportunities for ambitious professionals who want to make a meaningful difference.

Their UK Environment Practice is a vibrant network of over 600 specialists, providing world-class consultancy and advisory services to help clients address today's biggest challenges - from climate change and biodiversity net gain to social inclusion and urbanisation. In Manchester, their key clients include National Highways, Network Rail, Transport for the North, Anglian Water, Environment Agency, Transport for Greater Manchester, WYCA, and a range of local authorities.

We are now looking to speak with experienced Environmental Consultants with strong EIA expertise to join their established team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with practical experience in environmental coordination, assessment, and management to step up in their career, working on major infrastructure projects and helping shape the future of our built and natural environment.

The Role

• Leading on the coordination and delivery of environmental work across multidisciplinary teams, including EIA, options appraisals and environmental management.
• Line managing and mentoring a team of environmental professionals.
• Championing high standards of environmental performance within projects, influencing design and delivery for optimal outcomes.
• Collating and editing information from multiple sources to prepare clear, well-structured reports.
• Delivering high-quality outputs on time and within budget, while reviewing and assuring the work of others.
• Building and managing client relationships in a confident and professional manner.
• Leading and supporting on bid preparation and business development.
• Actively pursuing Continual Professional Development (CPD) in line with professional institute requirements.

What You Can Bring

• Degree or Masters in an environmental or related science discipline.
• Significant post-graduate experience within consultancy (Chartered status desirable).
• Proven track record of working on major infrastructure projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the EIA process and relevant technical expertise.
• Leadership experience within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong report writing, verbal and presentation skills, with the ability to review and assure the work of others.
• Ability to prioritise, manage workload under pressure and deliver consistently.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to communicate effectively at all levels.
• A flexible and adaptable approach, with enthusiasm and commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes.

Why Join?

This consultancy has been recognised as a LinkedIn Top 25 Company and one of the Times Top 50 Employers for Women. They are committed to innovation, sustainability, and creating long-term social value.

You will benefit from:

• Working on some of the UK's most influential and high-profile environmental and infrastructure projects.
• A strong emphasis on career development, including structured training, mentoring and CPD.
• A genuinely inclusive and diverse working environment, with active employee networks and supportive policies.
• Flexible working arrangements to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.