Principal EIA Consultant

Astute's Renewables team is retained exclusively with a leading Environmental Consultancy with a commitment to professional development and sustainability, to recruit a Principal EIA Consultant / Principal Environmental Consultant for a hybrid role based at either of their offices in Edinburgh, Inverness and Mold - North Wales. The strategically important Principal EIA Consultant role comes with a salary up to £55,000, company performance bonus, employee development programs, pension, flexible working and more. If you're a Principal EIA Consultant or Senior EIA Consultant looking to move into a Principal role and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Technical Manager you will be responsible for: Management of Environmental Impact Assessments, planning applications and other environmental assessments. Conducting technical assessments, including desktop evaluations, surveys, and site visits as needed. Overseeing project delivery, ranging from small to large-scale initiatives, encompassing client and subcontractor management, project budgeting, program scheduling, and invoicing. Identifying and addressing project risks with the guidance of senior staff. Compiling tenders, acquiring subcontractor quotes, and crafting fee proposals for approval by senior management. Drafting and reviewing written technical reports, seeking approval from Project Directors. Engaging in Business Development activities, such as identifying potential project opportunities, managing client relationships, and participating in industry events. Contributing to internal management and business processes, including monitoring business opportunities and managing team finances. Professional development and continuous learning, staying informed about industry changes, and actively contributing to the Company's overall development and performance. Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: Degree qualified an Ecology, Environmental, Zoology or similar field of study. Ideally, a minimum of 3 years experience in EIA Project Management or Environmental Consulting. Delivering Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and other environmental reports, planning applications etc. Demonstrable experience in project management, planning and delivery of completed EIAs and environmental projects. Full understanding of planning applications and environmental impact assessment processes in the UK. Personal skills The Principal EIA Consultant role would suit someone who has: Excellent report writing skills with a strong attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal skills and able to proactively communicate with colleagues and stakeholders. A strong respect to health and safety in the work place and during fieldworks. A Full UK Driving Licence - due to rural nature of our fieldwork. Salary and benefits of the Principal EIA Consultant role Salary up to £55,000 Company performance bonus 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Hybrid working, Pension Scheme, career development path - with committed mentoring, cycle to work scheme. Astute Technical Recruitment Limited are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful