Associate / Associate Director, Environmental (EIA) Consultant - North West & Midlands

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Associate / Associate Director to join our existing Environmental Consents nationwide team. This role is of strategic significance, requiring individuals with creative spirit, a dedicated approach, and a solid grounding in environmental design, assessment, and management at any stage of the development project lifecycle. Responsibilities Play a key role in the expansion and diversification of our offer in the water sector, working alongside sector leads and client account managers to provide thought leadership and win new business Provide environmental advice and support to clients, project managers and colleagues Work with colleagues, diverse environmental specialists, clients and engineering teams to promote sustainable design and environmental enhancement Lead large, multiple, and complex projects, overseeing performance on technical, quality, commercial, and health and safety aspects Build relationships with clients and identify opportunities to provide support in areas such as resourcing, programming, strategy development and project delivery Proactively seek to develop new client relationships and actively pursue opportunities for marketing services and cross‑selling, including presenting at conferences on behalf of WSP Undertake activities to secure new work, including developing proposals for complex opportunities, delivering strategic level bids and framework opportunities, and pursuing business development opportunities Lead on and contribute to the development of innovative techniques to shape the way we do our business, whether through Digital EIA, Technical Excellence, Future Ready EIA, etc. Drive performance improvement and career advancement opportunities across the team Promote and build team culture, being identified as a ‘go to’ person within the wider team, supporting others in problem solving and achieving team and business goals Promote an inclusive workplace, demonstrating an understanding of health and safety whilst living the values of our health, safety, and wellbeing culture Undertake actions that contribute towards the success of the WSP business strategy, whilst being self‑motivated towards goals relevant to the role, team, and projects Qualifications Relevant environmental / planning degree or equivalent experience Demonstrable experience in EIA delivery for major water schemes Familiarity with other consenting processes such as Habitats Regulations Assessments, SSSI Assents Thorough knowledge of a diverse range of environmental issues Proven line management experience Proven track record of developing and upskilling internal teams Evidence of successfully driving business growth Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself? With us, you can. Apply today. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application. Shrewsbury, England, United Kingdom #J-18808-Ljbffr