We are looking to hire an Associate / AD in our Environmental team, focused within Energy and Renewables.
About the Role
Our Environmental Team is growing, and we are looking for an experienced environmental professional to join with extensive experience within the Energy and Renewables sector.
We are also looking to grow our presence, and we are looking for you to be familiar with managing environmental compliance and sustainability efforts related to Development Consent Orders (DCOs) for energy projects, including wind, solar, and other renewable energy initiatives. This role requires a strong understanding of environmental regulations, the ability to coordinate nationally across teams, and expertise in managing the complex environmental assessments and documentation associated with development projects.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
As a result of a collaborative and engaging environment you will be responsible for a range of tasks incorporating the following elements, with a goal of progressing your career with us and enabling you to excel within a diverse environment:
Work with the Sector Director for Energy and develop client relationships;
Undertake business development to obtain new business opportunities;
Manage an existing team of EIA practitioners in the delivery of projects;
Lead the coordination, preparation and submission of Development Consent Orders (DCOs) / Section 36 / TCPA applications for renewable energy projects.
Work closely with project managers, consultants, legal teams, and regulatory bodies to ensure applications are compliant with environmental legislation and requirements.
Monitor the progress of applications, liaising with government authorities to address any concerns or feedback.
Maintain a strong understanding of environmental regulations and ensure projects meet national and local environmental standards.
Prepare environmental reports and documentation for submissions, ensuring all necessary environmental impact assessments (EIAs), habitats regulations assessments (HRAs), and other regulatory requirements are met.
Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders to develop and implement sustainable practices in project design and construction.
Contribute to the company’s sustainability goals by identifying opportunities to reduce environmental impacts across energy projects.
Stay up-to-date on emerging environmental policies, renewable energy technologies, and sustainability trends to ensure projects align with the latest industry standards.
Qualifications, Experience & Skills that are required to be successful in the role
Essential
Environmental Science degree, Renewable energy or similar
Member of relevant environmental professional body eg IEMA
Min 7 years’ experience working for private and/or public-sector clients from a consultancy background
Proven experience with Development Consent Orders (DCOs) and other application types and navigating regulatory frameworks in energy or infrastructure projects.
Highly effective verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail
Strong analytical, critical thinking and organisational skills
A collaborative nature, demonstrating strong relationships with other teams within the business
Be able to work well in a team and provide effective direction to all members of the team
Full UK driver’s licence.
Preferred
Chartered Environmentalist or Chartered Scientist
Experience working with government agencies, local authorities, and community engagement processes.
A collaborative nature, demonstrating strong relationships with partner companies in the supply chain
Excellent commercial understanding of environmental consultancy procurement
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