Senior / Principal Environmental Consultant - Environmental Planning. Flexible with remote work[...]

JS Money Limited; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior or Principal Environmental Consultant to deliver impactful projects in energy, water, transport, and property sectors. The role involves leading Environmental Impact Assessments, collaborating with specialists, and providing expert environmental policy advice. Candidates should have a degree in Environmental Science or Engineering and strong project management skills. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Flexible working options

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Solid track record of delivering EIAs and environmental consultancy projects.
• Full (or working towards) membership of a professional body such as IEMA.
• Strong understanding of UK environmental regulations and sustainability frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering Environmental Impact Assessments on complex projects.
• Collaborating with specialists to incorporate environmental considerations.
• Conducting studies and developing practical mitigation strategies.

Skills

Environmental Impact Assessments

Project management

Communication skills

Client-facing skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related

Job description

My client is a leading environmental consultancy with an exciting opportunity for a Senior or Principal Environmental Consultant to join their growing team. This is your chance to play a key role on transformative projects across the energy, water, transport, and property sectors – projects that don’t just shape infrastructure but also protect the environment for decades to come.

If you’re looking for a role where your work truly makes a difference, and where sustainability is at the heart of everything, this could be the perfect next step.

What you’ll be doing:

Leading and delivering Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) on complex, high-profile projects.
Collaborating with a wide range of specialists to ensure environmental considerations are built into project planning and design.
Conducting environmental studies, identifying impacts, and developing practical mitigation strategies.
Building strong relationships with regulators, clients, and stakeholders.
Providing expert advice on environmental policy, legislation, and best practice.
Supporting project teams to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

What we’re looking for:

Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related subject.
Full (or working towards) membership of a professional body such as IEMA (or equivalent).
Solid track record of delivering EIAs and environmental consultancy projects.
Strong understanding of UK environmental regulations and sustainability frameworks.
Excellent communication, client-facing, and project management skills.

What’s on offer:

A competitive salary and benefits package.
Private medical insurance, life assurance, accident cover and income protection.
Flexible working, including remote options.
Opportunities for career progression, training, and professional development.
The chance to be part of a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking team.

My client is passionate about sustainability and committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.