Your new company
A well-established and growing environmental and planning consultancy is looking to appoint an EIA Consultant to join their North Wales team.
The organisation has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality environmental services across a diverse range of sectors, including infrastructure, residential, and mixed-use developments. With a collaborative culture and a strong pipeline of work, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy committed to professional development and sustainable project delivery.
Your new role
You will play a key role in supporting and delivering Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) projects across a varied portfolio. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will be involved in projects from early feasibility stages through to planning submission.At senior level, you will take on greater responsibility for project coordination, client engagement, and mentoring junior team members.
Key responsibilities will include:
* Coordinating and contributing to EIA projects and Environmental Statements
* Supporting or leading EIA screening and scoping processes
* Liaising with technical specialists and managing inputs across disciplines
* Preparing technical reports and non-technical summaries
* Engaging with clients, local authorities, and key stakeholders
* Supporting project delivery to agreed timelines and budgets
* Contributing to tenders and business development activities (Senior level)
What you'll need to succeed
Consultant level:
* A relevant degree in environmental science, planning, geography or similar
* Experience supporting EIA projects within a consultancy environment
* Strong written and analytical skills
* Understanding of the UK planning system and EIA regulations
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Senior level:
* Demonstrable experience leading or coordinating EIA projects
* Strong client-facing and project management skills
* In-depth knowledge of UK EIA and planning processes
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management ability
* Experience mentoring or supporting junior staff
* Working towards or holding a relevant professional qualification (e.g. IEMA, RTPI)
What you'll get in return
* Competitive salary dependent on experience
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Clear career progression opportunities
* Support towards professional development and chartership
* Opportunity to work on a wide range of high-profile projects
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
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