Job Title: Senior EIA Consultant – Environmental Consultancy Location: Cardiff (Hybrid – Office 3 days/week) Salary: Competitive Bonus Share Options Industry: Environmental Consultancy A Role Where Your Work Makes a Real Difference Looking to step out of the corporate machine and into a consultancy where your expertise shapes projects, your voice is heard and your career truly progresses? We’re partnering with a specialist environmental consultancy delivering innovative water and renewable energy projects across the UK. They’re seeking an experienced EIA Consultant to join their growing Cardiff team. This role offers a unique mix of technical work, project coordination, client engagement and mentoring junior staff. If you enjoy a collaborative environment and want a role with depth, challenge, and visible impact, this is for you. Why This Role Stands Out * Variety & Responsibility: From technical report writing to mentoring graduates and leading client meetings, no two weeks are the same. * Sector Growth: Contribute your expertise to renewable energy, infrastructure, and housing projects. * Supportive, Values-Driven Team: Be known by name, not number. Great ideas move fast. * Step Into Leadership: Develop junior team members while staying hands-on with delivery. What You’ll Be Doing * Coordinating and contributing to Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for a variety of projects. * Writing and reviewing technical reports and appendices on environmental assessments. * Liaising with clients, statutory bodies, and stakeholders to ensure timely, compliant project delivery. * Conducting or supporting field surveys and interpreting technical data. * Supporting or leading project management to ensure scopes, budgets, and timelines are met. * Delegating tasks and providing guidance to junior team members. About You * 3–10 years’ experience in EIA consultancy. * Comfortable managing your own projects and contributing to multi-disciplinary teams. * Able to produce clear, concise technical reports and assess environmental risks. * Experienced in engaging with clients and regulatory authorities. * Confident mentoring or delegating to junior colleagues. * Bonus: Experience with renewable energy or infrastructure projects. Preferred Backgrounds: * Environmental science, ecology, geology, hydrology, or civil engineering. * Knowledge of EIA processes and regulatory requirements. * Not suitable: Acoustics or air quality-focused candidates. About the Company * Cardiff office, hybrid working expected in-office 3 days/week. * Small business with flat hierarchy and collaborative culture. * Employee-Owned Trust (EOT) with long-term incentives via company shares. * Tax-free bonus scheme plus PAYE bonus depending on tax status. Projects & Clients: * Renewable energy, infrastructure, and housing developments. * Mix of public and private sector work (~50/50). Recruitment Process: 1. Initial 15-minute chat (role overview). 2. Full interview with two staff members: structured questions case studies. Apply Now If you’re an experienced EIA professional looking to make a real impact, grow your career and work in a supportive, innovative consultancy, we want to hear from you