Associate Environmental Consultant - Associate Director

Lead Major Renewable Infrastructure Projects Across the UK
We are helping our client expand their Environmental team and are seek an experienced environmental professional to play a key leadership role in the delivery of nationally significant Energy & Renewables projects.
 
These roles are for Associate Consultant or Associate Director level professionals.
 
If you are a Principal Consultant ready to step-up, we would love to hear from you.
 
If you aren't quite ready for Associate level roles, we also have a Principal Consultant opportunity to be considered as well.
 
The Position
This is an opportunity to shape and grow our presence in the renewable infrastructure sector, leading Development Consent Orders (DCOs) and complex environmental assessments for large-scale wind, solar and energy infrastructure developments.
If you are currently operating at Principal, Associate or Associate Director level within an environmental consultancy and are ready to take ownership of high-profile infrastructure projects this role offers real influence, autonomy and progression.

The Role
You will operate at the forefront of renewable energy consenting and environmental compliance, with responsibility for both project leadership and client development.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading the coordination, preparation and submission of Development Consent Orders (DCOs), Section 36 and TCPA applications for renewable energy projects
Managing multidisciplinary Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and associated technical inputs
Overseeing Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRAs) and supporting environmental documentation
Liaising with government authorities, regulators and stakeholders throughout the application process
Providing strategic advice to clients on environmental risk, compliance and sustainability
Managing and mentoring EIA practitioners within the team
Supporting business development and strengthening client relationships within the Energy sector
Contributing to the continued growth of our Energy & Renewables offering  This role combines technical excellence, commercial awareness and leadership, ideal for someone looking to broaden their strategic impact.
 
About You
We are looking for a senior environmental professional with:
 
7+ years' experience within environmental consultancy
Strong background in Energy & Renewables infrastructure projects (wind, solar, energy infrastructure)
Proven experience leading Development Consent Orders (DCOs) or other major infrastructure consents
Extensive Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) project management experience
Excellent working knowledge of UK environmental legislation and planning frameworks
Experience managing teams and coordinating multidisciplinary inputs
Strong client-facing and commercial skills  Desirable:
 
Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) or Chartered Scientist (CSci)
Experience engaging with government agencies and local authorities
Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. IEMA)  Why Join?
 
Lead nationally significant renewable infrastructure projects
Play a visible role in shaping the UK's energy transition
Clear pathway for progression to Director level
Collaborative, growing team environment
Opportunity to influence strategy and expand market presence  The Opportunity
This is more than a delivery role, it is a platform to:
 
Build your profile in the Energy & Renewables sector
Influence major infrastructure outcomes
Develop long-term client partnerships
Contribute to sustainable energy solutions across the UK  If you are ready to take the next step in your environmental consultancy career and want to lead complex renewable infrastructure projects with real impact, we would welcome a confidential conversation