Job Title: Senior EIA Consultant – Environmental Consultancy
Location: Cardiff (Hybrid – Office 3 days/week)
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Share Options
Industry: Environmental Consultancy
A Role Where Your Work Makes a Real Difference
We’re partnering with a specialist environmental consultancy delivering innovative water and renewable energy projects across the UK. They’re seeking an experienced EIA Consultant to join their growing Cardiff team.
This role offers a unique mix of technical work, project coordination, client engagement and mentoring junior staff. If you enjoy a collaborative environment and want a role with depth, challenge, and visible impact, this is for you.
Why This Role Stands Out
* Variety & Responsibility: From technical report writing to mentoring graduates and leading client meetings, no two weeks are the same.
* Sector Growth: Contribute your expertise to renewable energy, infrastructure, and housing projects.
* Supportive, Values-Driven Team: Be known by name, not number. Great ideas move fast.
* Step Into Leadership: Develop junior team members while staying hands-on with delivery.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Coordinating and contributing to Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for a variety of projects.
* Writing and reviewing technical reports and appendices on environmental assessments.
* Liaising with clients, statutory bodies, and stakeholders to ensure timely, compliant project delivery.
* Conducting or supporting field surveys and interpreting technical data.
* Supporting or leading project management to ensure scopes, budgets, and timelines are met.
* Delegating tasks and providing guidance to junior team members.
About You
* 3–10 years’ experience in EIA consultancy.
* Comfortable managing your own projects and contributing to multi-disciplinary teams.
* Able to produce clear, concise technical reports and assess environmental risks.
* Experienced in engaging with clients and regulatory authorities.
* Confident mentoring or delegating to junior colleagues.
* Bonus: Experience with renewable energy or infrastructure projects.
Preferred Backgrounds:
* Environmental science, ecology, geology, hydrology, or civil engineering.
* Knowledge of EIA processes and regulatory requirements.
* Not suitable: Acoustics or air quality-focused candidates.
About the Company
* Cardiff office, hybrid working expected in-office 3 days/week.
* Small business with flat hierarchy and collaborative culture.
* Employee-Owned Trust (EOT) with long-term incentives via company shares.
* Tax-free bonus scheme plus PAYE bonus depending on tax status.
Projects & Clients:
* Renewable energy, infrastructure, and housing developments.
* Mix of public and private sector work (~50/50).
Recruitment Process:
1. Initial 15-minute chat (role overview).
2. Full interview with two staff members: structured questions + case studies.
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced EIA professional looking to make a real impact, grow your career and work in a supportive, innovative consultancy, we want to hear from you.