Senior Consultant – Energy and Environment Evaluation

The Vacancy

Fortia Insight, part of the renowned RSK Group – the UK’s largest provider of environmental and sustainability consulting services – is seeking a senior consultant to join our established and growing energy and environment evaluation team on a full‑time permanent basis. To be based at one of our offices across the UK:
Belfast, Bristol, Cambridge, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle.

Our team brings deep analytical insight and cross‑sector expertise to help our clients shape and respond to the energy and environmental policy agenda. Our work encompasses process, impact and value for money evaluation. We are currently evaluating government interventions in heat‑network development, biodiversity, climate research, green skills and across a range of clean energy technologies.

As Senior Consultant, you will:

• Lead and deliver monitoring and evaluation projects, including designing theories of change and evaluation frameworks
• Manage a portfolio of work and junior team members
• Ensure high‑quality client service through effective communication and creative problem‑solving
• Contribute to business development and bid writing
• Collaborate with colleagues to refine and develop services

• Design and delivery of research, monitoring and evaluation services
• Managing projects and junior staff
• Generating new business and contributing to bids
• Supporting service development and innovation

• Degree in any Social Science, Science, Humanities or Business
• Experience of policy and programme evaluation
• Experience of carrying out research and evaluation of energy and/or environmental programmes
• Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods
• Working knowledge of HM Treasury Magenta Book, Green Book, and Aqua Book guidance
• Proven project delivery and business development success
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (R or Python desirable)
• Strong written communication and report writing skills
• Self‑motivated, able to manage workload and priorities independently

• Work on projects that matter, in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Enjoy hybrid working and flexible arrangements.
• Access outstanding opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Benefit from a highly competitive remuneration package designed to attract and retain top talent.

If you’re an experienced evaluator who’s ready to advance your career within a supportive and innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer

RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.

RSK is a global leader in sustainable solutions focusing on environmental, engineering, and technical services. Working together, we address societal challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, offering integrated solutions across sectors such as water, energy, food, infrastructure, cities, mining and waste management.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office‑based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations and those with disabilities.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We’re committed to preserving RSK’s people‑first culture, promoting innovation and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations.

We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

• Life Assurance
• Annual Leave Purchase
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Mental Health Support
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme