Principal Consultant - Environmental Permitting
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West Midlands
Environmental Consultancy
We are seeking an experienced Principal Consultant to take a leading role in environmental permitting projects, working across complex, multidisciplinary assignments. Youll provide technical expertise, oversee risk assessments, site inspections, and environmental monitoring, while managing teams and mentoring colleagues.
This senior position combines technical delivery with project management, strategic input, and client engagement. Youll also contribute to the growth and development of the department, including line management responsibilities, budget oversight, and business development.
What were looking for:
* Degree in a relevant subject (BSc or equivalent)
* Chartered status (or equivalent) with a professional body
* Strong background in permitting, waste/minerals, and environmental risk assessment
* Proven leadership, project management, and financial control skills
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior leadership role, influencing strategy and delivering projects that make a measurable environmental impact.
About us: Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all. Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. Lets help build a better world, together.