An established environmental consultancy seeks an experienced Principal Consultant to lead and expand its Peatland and Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) service area across the UK and Ireland. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership experience, and a proven record in operational delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead peatland restoration and NbS projects from initial feasibility, surveys, and design stages through to on-site project management and delivery.
* Act as Technical Lead on peatland and NbS initiatives, ensuring high-quality outcomes across all phases.
* Prepare and manage technical proposals and tenders, including project scoping, costing, and scheduling.
* Secure, manage, and retain client relationships, meeting contractual and commercial obligations.
* Manage multidisciplinary project teams, including resource allocation, scheduling, and performance management.
* Oversee compliance with Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations, planning, and consenting requirements.
* Provide private water supply risk assessments, monitoring programs, and reporting to clients.
* Develop Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) chapters covering hydrogeology, geology, and soils.
* Identify and advise clients on private and public funding opportunities for peatland and NbS projects.
* Promote cross-disciplinary collaboration between hydrology, geotechnical, and ecology teams.
Requirements
* Honours or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Hydrology, Geology, or a closely related field.
* Proven experience managing peatland restoration projects, with working knowledge of the Peatland Code and Peatland ACTION processes.
* Track record in successful proposal writing, tender management, and contract delivery within consultancy.
* Strong commercial acumen and business development skills with an existing professional network.
* Demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop staff, and manage operational delivery.
* In-depth understanding of UK and Irish environmental regulations, including CDM and planning laws.
* Experience producing technical documentation for EIAR submissions.
* Skilled in stakeholder engagement across private, public, and third-sector organisations.
* Chartered or actively working towards chartered status with a relevant professional body.
* Full UK or equivalent driving license.