Principal Air Quality Consultant – Manchester
£55,000 – £70,000 + Benefits + Career Progression
A leading environmental consultancy is looking for a Principal Air Quality Consultant to join its expanding team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to lead high-profile projects, mentor junior consultants, and drive business development across the North West.
The Role
Based in Manchester, you will:
1. Lead air quality impact assessments, dispersion modelling, and LAQM projects.
2. Deliver work across transport, infrastructure, and urban development sectors.
3. Provide mentorship to junior consultants, encouraging technical growth.
4. Play a key role in business development and the consultancy’s regional strategy.
About You
We’re looking for a Principal Air Quality Consultant with:
5. 6+ years’ consultancy or regulatory experience in air quality.
6. Strong technical expertise in ADMS, AERMOD, EPUK/IAQM guidance, and UK air quality policy.
7. Experience in project management, client liaison, and team leadership.
8. Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Geography, or a related discipline.
9. Chartered status (IAQM/CEnv) or working towards it.
10. Full UK driving licence.
Why Join?
This Manchester role offers:
11. Salary range £55,000 – £70,000 (depending on experience).
12. Hybrid and flexible working options.
13. Pension scheme, private healthcare, and annual bonus scheme.
14. Ongoing CPD support and a clear route to Associate or Director level.
15. The chance to strengthen your career in a thriving consultancy with a strong presence in Manchester and beyond.
If you’re a commercially focused Principal Air Quality Consultant ready to make an impact in Manchester, we’d love to hear from you.