Principal/Associate EIA Consultant

Reference: Job ID: Posted: Closing date: Location: London or SoutheastSalary: 55,000 - 65,000 DoE (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full time / Flexible workingIndustry: Engineering / EnvironmentCompany: HaysConsultant: Jack BrewinHays office: Leicester — 1st & 2nd Floor, 2 Colton SquarePhone: Email: new companyMy client is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy delivering major infrastructure, energy, environmental, and development projects across the UK and Ireland. With a strong presence across multiple regional offices, they offer a collaborative, innovative environment where specialists work together to influence outcomes on nationally significant projects.As part of their growing Environment, Sustainability & Planning team, you will join a global organisation committed to technical excellence, innovation, and sustainable development, with a strong focus on supporting career progression and professional growth.Your new roleAs a senior member of the Environmental Planning team, you will provide technical, commercial, and leadership expertise across a diverse portfolio of projects spanning transport, water, energy, renewables, defence, residential, commercial, and minerals sectors.You will play a key role in delivering complex Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and consenting projects, influencing project strategy, and supporting the growth of both the team and client relationships.Key responsibilities include:Leading environmental planning projects from inception through to delivery
Managing budgets, programmes, resources, and multidisciplinary teams
Directing and coordinating EIA and environmental assessment activities
Identifying environmental risks, opportunities, and mitigation strategies
Building and maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships
Supporting and mentoring junior team members
Leading and contributing to bids, frameworks, and business development activities
Producing and reviewing high-quality technical reports and ensuring regulatory complianceWhat you'll need to succeedDegree-qualified (or equivalent) in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, Economics, or a related discipliSignificant experience leading EIA projects within a consultancy environment
Strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership skills
Proven ability to manage complex projects and multidisciplinary teams
Excellent technical reporting and communication skills
Strong commercial awareness and experience supporting business development
Experience in socio-economic assessment would be advantageous but is not essentialWhat you'll get in returnCompetitive salary and benefits package - 55,000 - 75,000 DoECar allowanceFlexible and hybrid working arrangements across multiple UK locations
Opportunities to work on high-profile, nationally significant projects
Structured career development, mentoring, and technical training
A collaborative, multidisciplinary working environment
The chance to influence the future direction of environmental planning within a global organisationWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # - Jack Brewin