Associate - Technical Director EIA (Water Chapters)

Reference: 4790093Job ID: 5389218Posted: 2026-07-29Closing date: 2026-10-26Location: Cardiff (UK Wide if Director level)Salary: 55,000 - 80,000 Depending on Level (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Construction / EnvironmentCompany: HaysConsultant: Joshua BollardHays office: Leicester — 1st & 2nd Floor, 2 Colton SquarePhone: 0116 253 8097Email: josh.bollard@hays.comYour new companyOur client is a highly respected, UK-based environmental consultancy and software provider specialising in water, hydrology and hydraulic modelling. Established as a specialist, expert-led organisation, the business supports regulators, infrastructure providers, consultancies and national organisations whose work impacts water in the natural environment.With a collaborative and solutions-focused approach, the company is known for simplifying complex water-related challenges, ensuring clients can rely on them for critical flood and water resource decisions.It is 100% employee-owned, fostering a high level of engagement, accountability and long‑term commitment among its people. Employees benefit from flexibility, autonomy and the opportunity to work on nationally significant and technically challenging projects.With teams located across the UK, the company combines local knowledge with national reach and is widely recognised for its technical credibility, supportive culture and positive contribution to the water and environmental sector.Your new roleThey are looking for a technical EIA specialist that is confident to lead a team and mentor staff. Open to varying levels from Associate to Director level. You’ll support major infrastructure projects such as wind farms, solar farms and transport infrastructure.This role is based from Cardiff but they are open to UK Wide applications at Director level, someone who can establish a new office location from scratch.Key responsibilities could include…Oversee technical input on Environmental Impact AssessmentsLead on project management ensuring efficient and timely deliveryDevelop the technical capability of staff including mentoring and line managementRepresent the company externally, lead client meetings and develop businessCommunicate effectively internally and externallyEnsure compliance with relevant regulatory processesLead on bidding and tenderingImplement health and safety processesWhat you'll need to succeedChartered with CIWEM, IEMA or ICE (ideally)Proven experience in leading Environmental Impact AssessmentsA degree in an environmental or related subjectBusiness development experience including maintaining existing relationships and winning new clientsExperience and confidence to lead a teamWhat you'll get in return55,000 - 80,000 depending on levelEmployee-owned business, tax-free bonuses to all staff and operate a separate performance-related bonus scheme40.5 day holiday allowance (plus option to buy or sell annual leave)Opportunity to work in other specialismsPension scheme, 5%employer matched, rising 1% each year to a maximum of 10%A share options scheme (principal consultant grade and above with a minimum of three years’ service)Cycle to Work schemeMedicash health plan1 day annually for volunteeringFlexible working hours systemCareer progression is clear for all staffWhat 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 about your career. #4790093 - Joshua Bollard