Principal Environmental Consultant

Our client is a leading global design, engineering, and project management consultancy, known for delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across major infrastructure projects. They’re currently looking for senior or principal environmental consultants to join their growing team and support the delivery of projects in the energy, water, rail, highways, and buildings sectors across the UK, with opportunities to work on international assignments. Based in London, you’ll be part of a collaborative Planning and Environmental Consenting team, working alongside a nationwide network of over 150 environmental and planning professionals. Together, you’ll help clients successfully navigate the planning and environmental consent process — from early feasibility through to construction — ensuring projects are both deliverable and environmentally responsible. You’ll take a lead role in coordinating Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), managing environmental inputs across multidisciplinary teams, and working closely with clients such as Network Rail, National Highways, Thames Water, Southern Water, National Grid, renewable energy providers, and local authorities. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. You’ll collaborate with technical specialists, lead and review project deliverables, build strong client relationships, and mentor junior team members. You’ll also have the chance to help shape new areas of business and contribute to the development of sustainable solutions that make a lasting difference. To succeed, you’ll hold a degree in an environmental or related discipline and bring solid experience in environmental coordination, assessment, or management — ideally within a consultancy environment. You should have a strong understanding of the EIA process, excellent communication and report writing skills, and the ability to manage deadlines and client needs confidently. Chartered status through IEMA or another relevant professional body is preferred but not essential. In return, our client offers a supportive workplace where you’ll be encouraged to develop your skills and progress your career. You’ll benefit from ongoing professional development, mentoring, and the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting and complex infrastructure projects — all while helping to deliver sustainable outcomes for communities and the environment. contact David Mattinson for further information !