Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant - Lead Impactful Projects

ARUP; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior / Principal Environmental Consultant to lead complex projects across energy, water, transport and property sectors from Nottingham. You will work with engineers, planners and specialists to deliver sustainable solutions while guiding project teams.

The role emphasizes client-facing leadership, regulatory compliance, and delivering high-quality EIA reports, with opportunities for mentoring and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, or related field.
• Full membership of an appropriate institute (e.g. IEMA) or willingness to register.
• Professional experience in environmental consulting.
• Proven track record delivering complex projects across multiple sectors.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and sustainability practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to integrate environmental considerations into project planning and design.
• Leading the preparation and coordination of EIA reports, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Conducting environmental assessments and developing mitigation measures.
• Building relationships with authorities, stakeholders, and clients to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards.
• Providing expert advice on environmental policies and best practices.
• Monitoring and reporting on the implementation of environmental management plans.

Skills

Environmental regulations

Project leadership

Stakeholder engagement

EIA coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

IEMA membership or willingness to register

Job description

Arup in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior / Principal Environmental Consultant to lead complex projects across energy, water, transport and property sectors from Nottingham. You will work with engineers, planners and specialists to deliver sustainable solutions while guiding project teams.

The role emphasizes client-facing leadership, regulatory compliance, and delivering high-quality EIA reports, with opportunities for mentoring and cross-disciplinary collaboration.