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* Company: Hardgate Consulting
* Salary: £35-50k
* Type: Full Time
* Region: Scotland
* Town/City: Edinburgh
* Posted: 04/04/2025
* Listed in: Administration & Secretarial
* Reference: EIAEdin
Job Description
Senior Consultant EIA & Consenting
Edinburgh
£35-50k DOE
Are you an established EIA practitioner or environmental planner with at least 5 years’ experience looking to advance your career? Do you want to work at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure development and address major environmental challenges?
Our client is seeking a Senior Consultant to join their Environmental Assessment and Consenting team due to a growing project pipeline. You will manage large, complex projects, support business development, and contribute to the company's growth.
While based in Edinburgh, hybrid working arrangements are available.
The Role
* Manage delivery of large projects, including client and subcontractor coordination, budgets, and timelines.
* Identify and mitigate project risks with support from the Project Director.
* Provide technical leadership in environmental or planning specialisms and advise clients in renewable energy and other sectors.
* Prepare tenders, quotes, and fee proposals.
* Review and prepare technical reports for approval.
* Engage in business development and networking.
* Manage client relationships to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
* Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance.
* Assist in team management, including finance, planning, and forecasting.
Ideal Candidate
* Degree in an environmental discipline with 5+ years' experience.
* Chartered Environmentalist or Town Planner status, or progressing towards it.
* Strong project management skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Attention to detail and strong report writing skills.
* Knowledge of UK planning and environmental legislation.
* Experience in business development is a plus.
* Line management and mentoring experience.
* Full Driving Licence.
Remuneration & Benefits
Competitive salary with benefits, including 25 days annual leave, pension scheme, flexible hybrid working, performance bonuses, and flexible benefits such as employee assistance, cycle to work, and tax-free childcare schemes.
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