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

JS Money Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in London seeks a Senior or Principal Environmental Consultant. The role involves leading Environmental Impact Assessments, collaborating with specialists, and providing expert environmental advice. Ideal candidates will have a related degree, relevant professional membership, and strong project management skills. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Accident cover

Income protection

Flexible working options

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related subject.
• Full (or working towards) membership of a professional body such as IEMA.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering Environmental Impact Assessments on complex projects.
• Collaborating with specialists to ensure environmental considerations in planning.
• Conducting environmental studies and developing mitigation strategies.
• Building relationships with regulators, clients, and stakeholders.
• Providing expert advice on environmental policy and best practice.
• Supporting project teams to ensure delivery on time and within budget.

Skills

Environmental Impact Assessments

Communication skills

Project management

Client-facing skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Overview

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.