Job Title: Principal EIA Consultant Location: Scotland Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading consultancy that plays a critical role in delivering nationally significant infrastructure and utilities projects. The company provides a range of professional services, including land access, planning, geospatial and environmental support, to help drive the UK and Ireland toward a Net Zero future. As part of their ongoing growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Consultant to join their established Environment and Planning team. This role will focus on project delivery and team leadership across EIA and wider planning services in Scotland. The Opportunity The successful individual will lead and coordinate a wide range of environmental planning services, with a primary focus on technically complex EIA work. Key Responsibilities Manage and deliver environmental planning services across a variety of high-profile projects, including those subject to permitted development, planning applications, and NSIPs Lead or manage a small team, supporting their development and delegating tasks effectively Coordinate the preparation of Environmental Outcomes Reports (EORs) and other statutory documents in line with current and emerging Scottish policy and legislation Provide clear technical advice to clients and internal stakeholders, including feasibili...