Overview
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We are looking for a Principal level environmental professional to support our Environmental Management and Assessment Team in the UK, based from any of WSP’s UK offices. We have an exciting portfolio of projects across sectors such as onshore and offshore renewables, aviation, nuclear, rail, to name a few. We need people with a creative spirit, a dedicated approach and a solid grounding in environmental design, assessment and management at any stage of the development project lifecycle.
As part of one of the largest environmental consultancies in the UK, WSP works on challenging and high-profile projects, from small developments to major national infrastructure schemes. Our Environmental Management and Assessment Team oversees and manages the environmental inputs to these schemes through their lifecycle.
Our early engagement at the concept and option stages helps shape projects that reflect environmental and community challenges. We work with wider environmental specialists and other professionals to develop proposals that fit with and enhance the environment and communities they sit within, aiming for improved habitats, cleaner air and water, lower carbon and overall environmental gain. When schemes are approved and underway, we work with design and construction teams to ensure practice meets commitments. The role is well-suited to a pro-active individual looking to progress their career.
What you will do
A Little More About Your Role… As a Principal EIA Consultant within WSP’s Environmental Assessment and Management team, you will work with technical environmental specialists and design teams across multiple sectors to lead environmental teams and inputs to project designs and assessments. You will be instrumental in improving the environmental performance for a diverse range of projects.
Role The role would suit an enthusiastic individual looking to influence, lead and deliver environmental elements of engineering projects across sectors including rail, highways, energy and commercial/residential, from feasibility through planning, detailed design, construction and handover/maintenance. You will lead projects including bidding, project team management, project delivery and financial management. A typical week could include:
* 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
* Leading large, multiple, and complex projects, overseeing performance on technical, quality, commercial, and health and safety
* Building relationships with clients and identifying opportunities to support resourcing, programming, strategy development and project delivery
* Proactively seeking to develop new client relationships and opportunities for marketing services and cross-selling, including presenting at conferences on behalf of WSP
* Undertaking activities to secure new work, including proposals for complex opportunities, strategic bids and framework opportunities, and business development
* Leading on and contributing to development of innovative techniques to shape the way we work (e.g., Digital EIA, Technical Excellence, Future Ready EIA)
* Driving performance improvement and career advancement opportunities across the team
* Promoting team culture and acting as a go-to person within the wider team
* Promoting an inclusive workplace and demonstrating health and safety values
* Undertaking actions contributing to the success of the WSP business strategy, with self-motivation towards role, team and project goals
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate
* A relevant environmental degree-level qualification in EIA, or similar
* Achieved or working towards Chartered Environmental Status and Full membership of IEMA, or similar qualification with a relevant professional body
* Excellent experience of EIA and EIA processes with ability to work with limited supervision within multi-disciplinary teams
* Sound knowledge and experience of relevant environmental and planning legislation
* First-rate verbal and written communication skills including report writing and reviewing with attention to detail
* Experience in large-scale infrastructure projects (rail, highways, energy, commercial/residential)
* Comprehensive project management skills, including commercial and risk aspects, forecasting and quality assurance
What’s in it for you
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.
Work-life balance
At WSP, work is just one aspect of life. Our hybrid policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, with opportunities to collaborate in our 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. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting inclusion and belonging at WSP.
Health & Wellbeing
We support your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme, including Virtual GP access and reasonable workplace adjustments. Benefits include Gymflex (up to 40% off gym memberships) and menopause support.
Flex your time
WSP My Hour allows you to take one hour daily for personal activities, with flexibility to make up time. Part-time and flexible working arrangements, extra leave options, and bank holiday flex are available.
Your development
We invest in development and training through mentoring, Chartership support, and learning opportunities.
#WeAreWSP
We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 workplace adjustments.
Disclaimer: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at WSP in the UK & Ireland. This role is based in Brixham, Exeter, Farringdon, and other UK offices as applicable.
Important: This description does not include listings for other roles or locations beyond the current job posting.
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