PRINCIPAL AIR QUALITY CONSULTANT - £55,000 to £65,000 + Benefits - Manchester
A nationally respected environmental consultancy is seeking a PRINCIPAL AIR QUALITY CONSULTANT to lead its air quality services in Manchester. This is a top opportunity for a PRINCIPAL AIR QUALITY CONSULTANT to take charge of high-value projects across planning, transport, energy, and industrial compliance sectors in the North of England.
As a PRINCIPAL AIR QUALITY CONSULTANT, you'll manage complex air dispersion modelling, impact assessments, and environmental permitting work. You'll oversee project delivery, support junior staff, and liaise directly with planning authorities, developers, and regulatory bodies in and around Manchester.
We're looking for a PRINCIPAL AIR QUALITY CONSULTANT with:
6-10+ years in air quality consultancy or regulatory roles
Strong understanding of UK planning law, EPUK/IAQM guidance, and DCO frameworks
Experience using ADMS-Roads, ADMS 5 or AERMOD
Proven track record in client development and technical leadership
A degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Geography, or Engineering
Full UK driving licence
This Manchester-based role offers a £55,000 to £65,000 salary, performance bonuses, hybrid working options, pension scheme, and structured progression to Associate or Director level.
Apply now if you're a driven PRINCIPAL AIR QUALITY CONSULTANT ready to lead technical delivery and shape strategic growth.
If you are interested in this or other roles in Air Quality, contact Aidan Morgan at or call (phone number removed).
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This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position