Overview

Senior Environmental (EIA) Consultant – North West & Midlands at WSP.

We are looking for a senior environmental professional to support our Environmental Management and Assessment Team in one of our UK offices. Our portfolio spans sectors including energy, aviation, nuclear, rail, property and Local Government. We seek candidates with a proactive approach and a solid grounding in environmental design, assessment and management across the development lifecycle.

As one of the largest environmental consultancies in the UK, WSP works on challenging projects from small developments across sectors to major national infrastructure schemes. Our Environmental Management and Assessment Team oversees and manages the environmental inputs to these schemes, with involvement through their lifecycle. Early engagement at concept and option stages helps shape projects to reflect the challenges of sensitive environments and communities. We aim to build in wider benefits of improved habitats, cleaner air and water, lower carbon and overall environmental gain. And with schemes approved and underway, we work alongside design and construction teams to ensure practice meets commitments. The role is ideally suited to a pro-active individual looking to use their initiative to progress their career.

Responsibilities

• Providing environmental advice and support to clients, project managers and colleagues
• Working with colleagues, diverse environmental specialists, clients and engineering teams to promote sustainable design and environmental enhancement
• Managing the delivery of a diverse range of environmental inputs into projects including EIA screening requests and scoping reports, environmental constraints studies, environmental management plans and Environmental Statements
• Managing projects, overseeing our performance on technical, quality, commercial, and health and safety
• Building relationships with clients and identifying opportunities to provide support in areas such as resourcing, programming, strategy development and project delivery
• Undertaking activities to secure new work, including preparing proposals, contributing to strategic-bid preparation, and participating in business development opportunities
• Supporting the development of innovative techniques to shape the way we do our business whether through Digital EIA, Technical Excellence, Future Ready EIA etc
• Inspiring and upskilling junior colleagues to support their career development
• Promoting an inclusive workplace, demonstrating an understanding of Health and Safety whilst living the values of our health, safety, and wellbeing culture
• Undertaking actions that contribute towards the success of the WSP business strategy, whilst being self-motivated towards goals relevant to the role, team, and your projects

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

• A relevant environmental degree level qualification in EIA, or similar
• Achieved or demonstrably working towards Chartered Environmental Status and Full membership of IEMA, or similar qualification with a relevant professional body
• Experience of EIA and EIA processes and working with limited supervision within multi-disciplinary teams
• Knowledge and experience of relevant environmental and planning legislation
• Demonstrable post-qualified experience of coordinating environmental assessments on a variety of projects
• An appreciation of project management activities, including commercial and risk aspects, forecasting, and quality assurance
• Experience in work winning and bid preparation activities
• Experience of liaising with cross discipline teams, clients, and with external bodies and organisations
• Verbal and written communication skills including report writing with an attention to detail
• Demonstrable experience of promoting a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture

Imagine a better future

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

What’s in it for you?

Work-life balance — At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging — We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing — We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time — To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development — We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP — Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Professional Services