Associate Director - EIA

NSB Recruitment have a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Associate Director/ Principal level EIA specialist to play a key role within this highly regarded client focused consultancy. You will be working with our clients existing team of environmental planning and EIA experts, supporting, managing & delivering committed projects in the onshore and offshore renewables, urban development and infrastructure, industrial & manufacturing, and oil & gas (energy transition).  Our client’s current portfolio of projects has a strong onshore renewables focus, & they are seeking to continue to grow this offering while expanding their range of property and urban regeneration projects, particularly in London and the South-East of England.  Location: Flexible hybrid working (Bristol, London, Edinburgh, Glasgow) Leading EIA and non-EIA projects as Project Manager or Project Director. This may include authoring and/or reviewing chapters and reports; participating in or leading team and client meetings, briefings, and communications; regulatory consultation; technical research and reporting. Preparation of scopes of work and costs for input to fee proposals. Drafting and reviewing fee proposals. Financial management of projects. As the business requires, assisting in the delivery of other related environmental assessments, commensurate with experience and technical understanding. Contribution to business development appropriate to your grade and experience, including initiating and participating in client meetings, networking events, conferences, and seminars. Mentoring responsibilities on a project level or in a wider context (as appropriate depending on grade and experience). Line management responsibility for staff as appropriate. Ideally You Will Have the Following Solid understanding and experience of the UK planning system and EIA Regulations, relevant to a range of development types and planning regimes. Excellent prioritisation and time management skills, with the ability to manage numerous tasks concurrently. Demonstrable skill in report writing and reviewing, including an eye for detail, consistency, and clarity. Good communication skills and a desire to form successful ‘trusted advisor’ relationships with clients, stakeholders and team members. Familiarity and capability in using ArcGIS and/or QGIS (not essential). Genuine passion for supporting the drive towards Net Zero through high-quality work on exciting projects. Rewards & Benefits My client offers a highly competitive salary (doe) along with a range of exciting benefits (Pension: 5% EE contribution / 5% staff contribution, Holidays: 34 days pro rata & one professional membership subscription This is an exceptional opportunity to join an ambitious business with significant growth plans ahead.  My client offers a lot of training as well as great scope for progression and reward.  You will have significant input into the growth and development of the business.  If this Associate Director/ Principal Level EIA specialist role is of interest to you, please click apply now below