Overview
Principal Environmental (EIA) Consultant - London and South East. We are looking for a Senior level environmental professional to support our Environmental Management and Assessment Team in the London or South East Teams (London, Cambridge, Guildford, Reading, Basingstoke and Southampton). We have an exciting portfolio of projects across sectors such as energy, aviation, nuclear, rail, property and Local Government. The role requires a proactive individual with a solid grounding in environmental design, assessment and management throughout the development project lifecycle.
Responsibilities
* Lead environmental teams and inputs to project designs and assessments across multiple sectors.
* Provide environmental advice and support to clients, project managers and colleagues; promote sustainable design and environmental enhancement.
* Lead large, complex projects, overseeing technical quality, commercial performance, and health and safety.
* Build and maintain relationships with clients; identify opportunities for resourcing, programming, strategy development and project delivery.
* Develop new client relationships and market services, including presenting at conferences on behalf of WSP.
* Undertake activities to secure new work, including developing proposals, delivering strategic bids and pursuing framework opportunities.
* Contribute to the development of innovative techniques (e.g., Digital EIA, Technical Excellence, Future Ready EIA).
* Drive performance improvement and career development across the team; promote an inclusive workplace and health and safety culture.
* Support the success of the WSP business strategy through self-motivation and achievement of role-related goals.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate
* A relevant environmental degree in EIA or similar.
* Chartered Environmental Status and Full membership of a professional body (or working towards); relevant professional qualifications.
* Excellent experience of EIA processes with ability to work with limited supervision within multi-disciplinary teams.
* Sound knowledge of environmental and planning legislation.
* Strong verbal and written communication, including report-writing and attention to detail.
* Experience in large-scale infrastructure projects (rail, highways, energy, commercial/residential).
* Comprehensive project management skills, including commercial and risk management, forecasting and quality assurance.
About Us
We are a world-leading engineering and professional services firm with a large UK and Ireland footprint and a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. We offer hybrid working, development opportunities, and a supportive environment for growth and Chartership.
What’s in it for you
* Work-life balance with hybrid working and flexible office arrangements.
* Inclusivity and belonging, with employee resource groups and a culture of respect.
* Health & wellbeing initiatives, including Thrive programme, Virtual GP, workplace adjustments, gym benefits, and menopause support.
* Flexible time options (WSP My Hour), part-time arrangements, additional leave purchases, and flexible bank holiday usage.
* Development opportunities through training, mentoring, and Chartership support.
EEO statement: We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and we will provide workplace adjustments as needed.
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