Senior Environmental Planning Consultant

About My Client

My client is a well-established global consultancy with a strong purpose-led culture. They deliver projects across property, infrastructure, and energy, with a focus on creating sustainable places that generate positive social and environmental impact. Collaboration, inclusion, and professional development are central to the way they work, and they offer genuine opportunities for progression.

Due to continued growth, my client is seeking a Senior Environmental Planning Consultant to join their UK team. You’ll work across sectors including property, infrastructure, and energy, with flexibility to be based in London, Birmingham, or Manchester (other locations considered with some client travel).

You will play a key role in delivering and coordinating environmental planning projects, with responsibilities including:

• Leading and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Managing project deliverables, budgets, and timelines.
• Preparing high-quality EIA reports, scoping studies, and environmental statements.
• Liaising with clients, stakeholders, and regulators.
• Supporting business development and contributing to work-winning.

My client is looking for someone with:

• A relevant degree and ideally membership of IEMA/ISEP or Chartered Environmentalist status.
• 5+ years’ experience in environmental planning/EIA.
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and EIA regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage projects and work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• A proactive mindset, with the confidence to think creatively and deliver better outcomes for clients.

• Competitive salary (with car allowance at this level).
• Private healthcare, matched pension, and annual bonus.
• Opportunity to progress and take on leadership responsibilities.
• A supportive, inclusive culture with strong focus on professional development and well-being.
• This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy, make an impact on high-profile projects, and shape your career in an environment that values collaboration and innovation.