Associate or Technical Director EIA Consultant

Location: Flexible

Contract Type: Full Time Permanent

The Vacancy

Binnies is seeking a highly experienced Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) professional to lead some of our most high-profile and dynamic projects—including nationally significant infrastructure developments. Our diverse portfolio spans flood risk management, coastal and maritime schemes, as well as key sectors such as water utilities, transport, and renewable energy.

Just one of the standout opportunities in this role is providing EIA leadership for the Development Consent Order (DCO) process for the South East Strategic Reservoir Option (SESRO)—a landmark 150 million cubic metre reservoir near Abingdon. This project not only aims to secure vital water resources but also aspires to enhance biodiversity through new habitat creation and deliver new leisure and recreational amenities. Learn more about SESRO here: https://thames-wrmp.co.uk/projects/sesro/ .

At Binnies, you’ll join a close-knit, multidisciplinary environmental team that thrives on collaboration and innovation. We foster a vibrant Community of Practice and are proud to be at the cutting edge of environmental best practice, including digital EIA. Our professionals are empowered to shape projects that deliver smarter, more sustainable outcomes. We also hold the IEMA EIA Quality Mark—recognition of our commitment to excellence in EIA delivery.

About the Role

The role will include:

• Managing all stages of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) including SEA and the range of other environmental assessments and consents such as HRA, DCO and planning.
• Provide the reviewer and approver role for environmental deliverables; driving technical quality.
• Supporting business development and tenders.
• Providing line management and a mentoring role to members of the environmental team.
• Supporting recruitment.

Qualifications/Requirements

The candidate should possess and be able to demonstrate the following qualifications, skills and knowledge:

• An environmental related degree
• Chartered with a relevant professional institute
• A thorough understanding of EIA, sustainability and consenting (DCOs, planning, HRA, etc.)
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Excellent people skills and previous management/supervisory experience
• Understanding of commercial drivers of consultancy and ability to manage and work to programme and budget
• Experience in client facing roles and development of client relationships
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Previous consultancy experience

Experience of construction stage delivery would be an advantage but not essential.

We would welcome applicants of Associate Director Level and above and we can flex salary based on grade and experience. Start date is flexible. Hybrid/flexible working is also available.

About Us

We develop intelligent solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies. This is backed by a culture that has stayed true since our foundation over 100 years ago. We create new possibilities for humanity through our innovative approach to delivery.

Together with our clients, we are always striving to find a smarter way to deliver projects. From providing low carbon, sustainable and resilient water solutions, flood alleviation and environment services, to connecting people with insights and data. Our business exists to improve the quality of life for our local communities today and for generations to come.

Binnies is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

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.

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.

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?

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