Senior Environmental Consultant

Boylan Consulting; Kells; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Based in Kells, Co. Meath

Job summary

Boylan Consulting is a growing environmental and engineering consultancy in Ireland seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Consultant to lead delivery of challenging projects and shape our environmental services. The role offers autonomy to manage projects, mentor staff and contribute to strategic growth.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical and commercial acumen, excellent reports, and the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams across environmental planning, waste,

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience in environmental consultancy, with substantial experience in Ireland.
• Degree (Level 8 minimum) in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong working knowledge of Irish environmental and planning legislation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently from inception to completion.
• Experience preparing complex technical reports and regulatory submissions.
• Strong commercial awareness and client management skills.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and contribute to team development.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Full EU driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of environmental and planning projects from proposal stage through to completion.
• Manage client relationships and act as a trusted technical advisor.
• Prepare, review and sign off environmental reports and regulatory submissions.
• Lead Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) coordination and environmental reporting.
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance across environmental projects.
• Mentor and support junior team members, helping develop technical capability within the business.
• Prepare project proposals, fee estimates, and tenders.
• Manage project budgets, resources and programme delivery.
• Support business development activities and identify opportunities for growth.
• Prepare and review Waste Collection Permit, Waste Facility Permit, Article 27 notifications and other regulatory documents.

Skills

Environmental consultancy

Project management

Client management

Regulatory knowledge

Report writing

Team leadership

EIA coordination

Business development

Education

Honours degree in Environmental Science/Engineering

Job description

Job description

Boylan Consulting is a growing multidisciplinary environmental and engineering consultancy providing planning, environmental, sustainability, and engineering services throughout Ireland.

As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Consultant to become a key member of our environmental team. This role offers the opportunity to lead the delivery of technically challenging projects while helping shape and grow our environmental services.

We are looking for a motivated professional with strong technical expertise, commercial awareness and the ability to manage projects independently. The successful candidate will not only deliver high-quality environmental advice to clients but will also play an active role in developing our team, improving service offerings and supporting business growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking greater responsibility and influence within a dynamic consultancy, with a clear opportunity to help build and develop an expanding environmental practice.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to play a central role in shaping and growing the environmental division of the business, including developing new services, mentoring staff and contributing to the strategic direction of the company.

At Boylan Consulting, we offer:

1. 1) Opportunity to play a leading role in the growth of an expanding environmental consultancy.
2. 2) Significant autonomy and ownership of projects.
3. 3) Opportunity to develop and mentor a growing environmental team.
4. 4) Diverse project portfolio across planning, waste, environmental compliance and sustainability.
5. 5) Direct access to senior decision-makers with the ability to influence company strategy.
6. 6) Ongoing support for professional development and chartership.
7. 7) Competitive salary and benefits package.
8. 8) Flexible working arrangements.
9. 9) Based in Kells, Co. Meath, offering an attractive alternative to Dublin-based commuting.

About the available position:

• Location: Unit 33, Kells Business Park, Kells, Co. Meath, A82 Y466
• Salary: Negotiable
• Education: Honours degree in Environmental Science, engineering or other related environmental or scientific discipline.
• Experience: 8+ years in consultancy, with substantial experience in Ireland
• Work Arrangement: Full time

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of environmental and planning projects from proposal stage through to completion.
• Manage client relationships and act as a trusted technical advisor.
• Prepare, review and sign off environmental reports and regulatory submissions.
• Lead Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) coordination and environmental reporting.
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance across environmental projects.
• Mentor and support junior team members, helping develop technical capability within the business.
• Prepare project proposals, fee estimates, and tenders.
• Manage project budgets, resources and programme delivery.
• Support business development activities and identify opportunities for growth.
• Prepare and review:
  • Waste Collection Permit applications
  • Waste Facility Permit applications
  • Article 27 notifications
  • Environmental Impact Assessment Screening Reports
  • Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs)
  • Resource & Waste Management Plans (RWMPs)
  • Closure, Restoration and Aftercare Management Plans
  • Environmental Liabilities Risk Assessments
• Provide environmental compliance support to industrial, commercial and waste sector clients.
• Drive the development of internal systems, templates and best-practice procedures.

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years' experience in environmental consultancy, with substantial experience in Ireland.
• Degree (Level 8 minimum) in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong working knowledge of Irish environmental and planning legislation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently from inception to completion.
• Experience preparing complex technical reports and regulatory submissions.
• Strong commercial awareness and client management skills.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and contribute to team development.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Full EU driver's licence.

Desirable Skills / Attributes:

• Expertise in one or more specialist disciplines such as:
  • Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
  • Waste Management
  • Noise and Vibration
  • Air Quality
  • Ecology
  • Hydrogeology
  • Sustainability and Carbon Assessment
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience managing client accounts and developing long-term client relationships.
• Proven involvement in business development, tendering or securing new work.
• Knowledge of sustainability frameworks including BREEAM, LEED, NZEB and Whole Life Carbon Assessment.
• Experience working within ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Membership of a relevant professional body such as IEMA, CIWM, Engineers Ireland or Chartered Scientist status.