Job Description
AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms offering unparalleled opportunities for talented individuals in search of a rewarding career. We offer an opportunity to make a difference and shape the world to benefit future generations and the environment.
Our UK Environment Practice is a vibrant network of over 600 people providing world‑class consultancy and advisory services. We care about outcomes for our clients and the unprecedented challenges they face, including climate change, social inclusion and rapid urbanization. The work we do is important and influential and shapes the way our clients think, enables them to make better decisions and to deliver their projects in a world of disruption and change.
Key market sectors include Energy (Renewables and transmission), Transport, Utilities, Ports and Harbours and buildings.
The Opportunity
* With recent project wins, we are looking for a Senior/Principal Consultant with experience in EIA and consenting projects to join our Scotland Team.
* This role represents an excellent opportunity to join a growing team and a career development opportunity for an enthusiastic candidate looking to progress their career to the next level in a fast‑paced and exciting industry.
* Attitude is just as important as your technical experience, as this presents an opportunity for you to shape the future direction of your career and our team.
* You will work collaboratively with a range of technical specialists on a broad range of projects, lead and coordinate Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and related deliverables, work closely with clients, develop new areas of business and mentor colleagues in the team.
* The successful candidate will be educated to degree level in an environmental or related discipline and have a comprehensive understanding of all the technical expertise required for an EIA. Candidates with EIA and consenting experience and transferable skills from any sector are welcome.
* We offer ongoing career development through a portfolio of training and development activities as well as strong mentoring support designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents.
Responsibilities
* Lead the coordination and delivery of environmental work being undertaken by multi‑disciplinary teams, including EIA, options appraisals and environmental management.
* Champion high standards of environmental performance within multi‑disciplinary engineering projects, influencing project development and delivering optimal environmental outcomes.
* Collate and edit information from a range of sources to provide clear, well‑written reports.
* Competently undertake own work to an excellent standard, and review the work of others, on time and to budget.
* Able to manage clients' needs in a confident, professional manner.
* Lead and support bid preparation and develop new areas of business for the team.
* Undertake continual professional development (CPD) in accordance with the requirements of a chosen professional institute.
Requirements
* Degree or Masters in an environmental or equivalent science subject.
* Chartered or working towards chartership.
* Demonstrated post‑graduate experience in a relevant field, preferably gained within a consultancy setting.
* Comprehensive knowledge of the EIA process and environmental technical expertise.
* Strong report writing, verbal and presentation skills and the ability to review the work of others to ensure quality.
* Able to prioritise and work effectively under pressure.
* Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate issues and ideas effectively.
* Be flexible, adaptable and prepared to take on new challenges and work from other AtkinsRéalis or client office locations.
* Be highly self‑motivated, possessing strong enthusiasm and commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes.
What we offer
We support flexible working arrangements and are interested to discuss how we can accommodate individual requirements. We also recognise that many qualified people are looking to further their career but cannot commit to full‑time employment.
Training
We develop individuals through a portfolio of training and development activities designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. We actively support staff in achieving and maintaining chartership of relevant institutions such as IEMA, RTPI, LI, ICE, CIEEM, and CIWEM.
Rewards and Benefits
* Competitive salary, 25 days leave plus bank holidays (pro‑rata) and options to buy or sell some leave allowance.
* Employee assistance programme offering advice and support in times of need.
* Flexible benefits including medical insurance, gym membership, cycle‑to‑work scheme, childcare vouchers, charitable giving, additional pension contributions etc.
* Security clearance may be required; offers of employment will be dependent on the relevant level of clearance. This will be discussed during the interview. Please do not reference any current or previous security clearance in your application or CV.
* AtkinsRéalis is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.
Security clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If you do not currently hold a clearance, the UKSV vetting process will require proof of residency in the UK for five years or longer. We will discuss the details during the interview.
Equal Opportunities
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. AtkinsRéalis is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and to offering a range of family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies.
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