Principal EIA Consultant

We’re excited to be partnered with a leading infrastructure organisation shaping the future of the UK’s highways and they’re looking for a Principal EIA Consultant to help drive real impact.

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.

This role will give you the chance to influence major infrastructure projects, champion sustainability, and lead meaningful change. You’ll be joining a forward-thinking team at the forefront of transport infrastructure, where innovation meets purpose. This is your chance to work on high-profile highway schemes, embed environmental excellence across every stage, and play a key role in delivering safer, greener, and more resilient communities across the UK.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading Environmental Strategy – Take ownership of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) during the design phase, shaping outcomes on complex infrastructure projects
• Driving Sustainable Solutions – Embed carbon reduction, biodiversity enhancements, and climate resilience into real-world schemes
• Collaborating at Scale – Work closely with engineers, project managers, clients, and regulators to deliver integrated, practical solutions
• Providing Technical Leadership – Guide best practice across environmental compliance, assessment, and consultancy delivery
• Growing Capability & Performance – Manage budgets, programmes, and resources while supporting the development of teams and strengthening consultancy standards

Who they’re looking for:

• Experienced Environmental Leader – Degree-qualified with Chartered status (or equivalent) and a well-developed consultancy background in infrastructure or highways
• EIA Specialist xwzovoh – Deep understanding of EIA processes, planning legislation, and environmental assessment methodologies
• Proven Project Delivery – Track record of delivering environmental assessments, consents, and sustainability initiatives on complex schemes
• Collaborative Problem Solver – A confident communicator who thrives in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional teamwork
• Driven & Adaptable Professional – Organised, flexible, and motivated with leadership experience and a passion for delivering meaningful environmental impact