Graduate EIA Consultant (2026)

RPS; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking graduates for a two-year Graduate Scheme as a Graduate Consultant. This role offers hands-on experience in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and sustainability projects across diverse sectors. Candidates will receive expert mentorship and tailored development, working on significant infrastructure projects. Ideal applicants should have a degree in a relevant environmental subject and strong analytical skills. Applications close on 7th December 2025.

Benefits

Mentorship and support from experienced professionals

Structured learning and development opportunities

Quarterly development reviews

Qualifications

• Excellent writing skills required for producing reports.
• Collaborative working experience and strong attention to detail are essential.
• Candidates should ideally have a relevant MSc.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in EIA and sustainability projects.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team on large-scale projects.
• Produce high-quality data analysis and reports.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Collaborative teamwork

Education

First degree in a relevant environmental subject

MSc in Environmental Impact Assessment or similar

Job description

Tetra Tech RPS 2026 Graduate Scheme: Your Launchpad to a Consultancy Career

Join our two‑year Graduate Scheme and kickstart your career with hands‑on experience, expert mentorship, and a tailored development plan. You’ll work on a variety of real‑world projects, develop both technical and professional skills, and be encouraged to share your ideas and shape your future.

The Role

We’re seeking talented graduates to join our Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Sustainability team in Abingdon, London or Cardiff. You’ll work alongside our experienced team and contribute to delivery of some of the most exciting projects in the UK and internationally, including offshore and onshore wind farms, solar and battery storage projects, airports and data centres. We provide you with opportunities to work on some of the largest infrastructure projects across a range of sectors.

Your Impact In This Position

As a Graduate Consultant, you’ll gain hands‑on experience in all aspects of EIA and sustainability, working on projects for clients across a range of sectors, including large‑scale renewable projects. You will work on managing multi‑disciplinary teams, drafting and reviewing EIA deliverables and assisting in delivery of sustainability advice to clients, including working on climate change assessments. You’ll be working within a multi‑disciplinary environment with highly experienced and collaborative colleagues, including leading industry experts in our climate change, planning, landscape, ecology, heritage, health and transport teams.

What To Expect

• Work as a key part of a larger team to support on large‑scale multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Work independently to produce high‑quality data analysis and reporting.
• Attend project meetings with topic teams and internal and external clients.
• Manage client programmes, including complex survey programmes.
• Review deliverables for quality, in preparation for client or legal review.
• Work with our digital and design teams to further develop our capacity in digital EIA.

Programme Highlights

• Mentorship & support: Learn from experienced professionals and receive guidance from a dedicated technical mentor in your chosen discipline.
• Structured learning: Benefit from a blend of formal training, project‑based learning, and self‑directed study.
• Central induction and ongoing support from your line manager and mentor.
• Quarterly development reviews to track your progress.
• Opportunities to shadow senior colleagues and contribute to diverse projects.

Your Pathway

You’ll be assigned a location, line manager and a mentor within our EIA and Sustainability team. You will have opportunities to progress and develop specific technical skills according to your individual rate of progress and your topic/technical areas of interest.

Chartered Management Institute Partnership

As part of the scheme, you’ll have access to the CMI Foundation Chartered Manager pathway through flexible, online Bite‑Size programs. Choose from a range of topics—including Managing Change, Leading in a Digital Age, Conflict Resolution, Project Management, and Data‑Driven Decision Making—to build your leadership and management skills.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for candidates who have excellent writing skills, can work collaboratively, and have strong attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities. You should have a first degree in a relevant environmental subject and ideally an MSc in a relevant topic such as Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Management, Climate Change or similar.

Application and Selection Process

To apply for the Tetra Tech RPS 2026 Graduate Scheme, candidates must submit an up‑to‑date CV detailing their academic background, relevant experience, and motivation for joining the programme. All applications will be acknowledged upon receipt.

Following initial screening, shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an online assessment designed to evaluate key competencies and problem‑solving skills relevant to consultancy work. Those who progress beyond this stage will be invited to attend a final assessment, which will take the form of either an in‑person interview or an assessment centre, depending on location and discipline.

The closing date for applications in this round is 7th December 2025. We encourage early submissions to ensure full consideration.

Ready to build your expertise and shape your future?

Apply now and start your journey with TetraTech RPS.

Why join Tetra Tech RPS?

At Tetra Tech RPS, our people are our success. We thrive on solving the problems that matter—whether in urbanisation, natural resources, or sustainability. With a collaborative culture, agile working, and access to some of the brightest minds in the industry, we empower our teams to deliver exceptional outcomes while building fulfilling careers.

In 2023, RPS became part of Tetra Tech, a global leader in consulting and engineering with 30,000 employees across 550 offices in 120+ countries. Together, we combine deep local expertise with global reach, delivering science‑led solutions to complex challenges in water, environment, infrastructure, and clean energy. Join us and be part of a connected, forward‑thinking community that’s shaping a better future.