Are you passionate about sustainable waste and material management and turning waste into a resource? Do you want to shape strategy, lead high-profile projects, and influence sustainable outcomes across the UK? Join RSK Geosciences’ Waste and Resources team as a Senior Waste and Resources Consultant and take a key role in a team that’s setting the standard in responsible waste and resource management within the civil engineering and land development sectors. Based in Bristol, Manchester or Hemel Hempstead, UK Why Join Us? At RSK, we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and professional growth. By joining our growing team you will: Lead and deliver impactful projects ranging from compliant waste management through to applying sustainable resource reuse and circular economy principles. Continue to grow and develop your skill set in waste and resources management, being able to shape your career path and develop key professional expertise. Enjoy work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, typically 1–2 days a week in the office to begin with and ad hoc site visits. What You’ll Be Doing As a Senior Consultant, you will take an active role in project management requirements whilst applying technical knowledge to meet client requirements. Your responsibilities include: Advising clients on waste legislation, compliance requirements, strategy, and innovative management options to achieve sustainable outcomes. Taking ownership of and managing projects through:Proactive client liaison and communication as the main point of contact Maintaining client relationships and meeting client needs Managing contractual requirements and key performance indicators Ensuring quality, compliance, and financial performance Working to deliver technical outputs involving:Construction and excavation waste classification, advising on sampling requirements, undertaking assessments inline with Technical Guidance WM3, and providing on-ward management advice Environmental permits (applications, variations, and surrenders), including standard rules, bespoke and Deposit for Recovery Strategic documentation and policy relating to waste and material management Environmental Impact Assessment Material Assets and Waste chapters In-depth advice relating to waste management compliance and legislation Proactively supporting in marketing and business development aspects Enhancing and developing your technical skills and ability across a wide range of waste management projects, with the ability to be involved in new work streams and complex projects. Who We’re Looking For We’re seeking an experienced professional with background within or related to waste and resources management, ideally relating to the construction and excavation waste. Ideal candidates will have: A degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Geology, or a related discipline. Strong experience in project management alongside proven experience in waste and resource management including waste classification, with strong knowledge of UK waste legislation and policy. Experience in or desire to manage other team members. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. A proactive, strategic mindset with the ability to innovate and inspire. A valid UK driving licence and flexibility to travel. Based within an hour of Bristol / Manchester / Hemel Hempstead. What’s in it for You? At RSK, we invest in our people. You can expect: Competitive salary and benefits, reflecting your experience and leadership role. Flexible benefits package, including annual leave purchase, childcare vouchers, and private healthcare. Contributory pension scheme. Support for ongoing professional development, including Chartership and leadership training. Opportunities to shape the growth of the Waste & Resources team and make a real impact across diverse, high-profile projects. rskfamily recruitment geoscience RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.