Senior or Principal Consultant, EIA

Senior or Principal Consultant, EIA - Rail and Road (North East, North West and Scotland) Join a leading environmental and infrastructure consultancy at WSP as a Senior Consultant or Principal Consultant in our Resilient Infrastructure team. You will contribute to nationally significant transport projects, delivering environmental planning and assessment services across the UK, with a focus on rail and road schemes in the North East, North West and Scotland regions. What you will do Managing the delivery of a diverse range of environmental inputs into transport projects including planning applications, EIA, and support for DCO examinations and/or planning inquiries. Involved in the delivery of environmental inputs into projects including EIA screening requests and scoping reports, environmental constraints studies, environmental management plans and Environmental Statements. Building relationships with clients and identifying opportunities to provide support in areas such as resourcing, programming, strategy development and project delivery. Undertaking activities to secure new work, including preparing proposals, contributing to strategic-bid preparation, and participating in business development opportunities. Supporting the development of innovative techniques to shape the way we do our business, including Digital EIA, Technical Excellence, Future Ready EIA, etc. Inspiring and upskilling junior colleagues to support their career development. Promoting an inclusive workplace, demonstrating an understanding of Health and Safety whilst living the values of our health, safety, and wellbeing culture. Contributing to the achievement of the WSP business strategy, while being self-motivated towards goals related to the role, team and projects. What we will be looking for you to demonstrate A relevant environmental degree level qualification in EIA, or similar. Achieved or demonstrably working towards Practitioner or Chartered Environmental Status and Full membership of IEMA, or similar qualification with a relevant professional body. Familiarity with consenting processes for transport infrastructure, including Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) and Environmental Permit applications; understanding of how these integrate with the planning system and EIA for rail and road schemes, transport improvement works, rail sidings, or station and infrastructure upgrades. Ability to coordinate tasks across technical teams, external clients, stakeholders, and partner organisations, delivering projects on time and within budget in line with business procedures. Ability to lead and contribute to meetings with the wider technical team and external clients and stakeholders. Understanding of HS2, Transport for London (TfL), Pathway, WebTAG, Network Rail and/or London Underground requirements is advantageous. Experience coordinating environmental surveys for an EIA for transport schemes, with knowledge of Health and Safety requirements. Experience in bid preparation and responding to client change requests with appropriate fee adjustments for transport infrastructure projects. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong report writing and review capabilities, attention to detail and a focus on quality assurance. About us We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our team includes thousands of professionals dedicated to creating positive, long-lasting impacts through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. What’s in it for you? Work-life balance: Hybrid working policy with flexibility to work from home and in modern offices across the UK. Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome varied backgrounds and experiences, promoting a culture of inclusion and belonging. Health & Wellbeing: Thrive programme, Virtual GP, workplace adjustments, gym membership discounts, and menopause support. Flex your time: WSP My Hour for daily personal activities, with flexible time adjustments; part-time and flexible working arrangements available. Your development: Training, mentoring, and support for Chartership and professional growth. EEO statement #WeAreWSP - 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. Location and status Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom (North East / North West / Scotland regions) | Employment type: Part-time | Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Note: This posting may include multiple opportunities; refer to current listings and apply to the relevant role if applicable. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr