Senior Environmental Consultant

isepglobal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy in London is seeking a Senior Environmental Consultant to deliver environmental impact assessments for major infrastructure and urban development projects. The successful candidate will work with various stakeholders including private developers and public authorities. You should have solid knowledge of environmental legislation, project management experience, and the ability to guide junior staff. This position offers a rewarding environment focused on sustainability and collaboration.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Flexible working options

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of environmental legislation and its application.
• Experience working within a commercial environment.
• Ability to manage and direct junior staff.
• Project experience in Energy and/or Water sectors is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver environmental impact assessment projects.
• Write environmental reports like EIA scoping reports.
• Manage project activities including budget control.
• Liaise with clients effectively.

Skills

Environmental legislation knowledge

Project management

Client liaison

Team management

Environmental mitigation advice

Education

Degree in relevant field

Master's degree (preferable)

Membership in relevant institute

Chartered Environmentalist status

Job description

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Through our work, we make a positive difference in the world.

We work with infrastructure developers, property companies, governments and landowners, embedding effective management of land, air and water through planning, delivery and operation of new and retrofit projects. Our service is comprehensive, including air quality, biodiversity, noise, community engagement, environmental assessment and management, land quality, water, resources and waste, and the maintenance and protection of historic environments.

Shaped by our engineering heritage and informed by our wide range of complementary technical skills, we offer rigorous environmental assessments and management practice to inform and communicate a clear understanding of the environmental issues and opportunities.

Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it!

About this career opportunity

The position is for a Senior Environmental Consultant to work within the Assessments team in our Climate Change and Sustainability Services business in London. You will deliver impact assessments for projects at all levels, including major national infrastructure (transport, water and energy sectors) and urban development projects. Clients will include private developers, public sector authorities and other organisations. You will be working in a multi‑disciplinary environment alongside other environmental, planning, engineering and urban design specialists, and will work closely with technical disciplines (both internal and external to Arup) to deliver high quality environmental consultancy services.

Responsibilities

• Deliver environmental impact assessment projects, managing the assessment process and technical teams and reviewing all technical inputs.
• Write environmental reports including EIA screening letters, EIA scoping reports, Environmental Statements and other environmental reports.
• Review topic reports/inputs for compliance with EIA Regulations and project details.
• Manage project activities including programming and budget control.
• Convey and liaise with clients.
• Assist with impact assessment team business development and marketing, including preparing bids and presentations.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of environmental legislation, and application of relevant legislation, policy and guidance in respect to impact assessment for a range of project types.
• Proven ability to project manage environmental projects, successfully managing teams of technical specialists and multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Experience working within a commercial environment, including client liaison, programme and time management, quality assurance and financial/budget control.
• Ability to manage and direct more junior staff, including line management duties where appropriate.
• Providing advice on environmental mitigation and enhancement measures.

Is this role right for you?

• Education to degree level, preferably a master's degree.
• Full membership of an appropriate institute (e.g. Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment (IEMA) or equivalent).
• Chartered Environmentalist status but not mandatory.
• Project experience in Energy and/or Water sectors desirable.
• Experience of the Planning Act 2008 Development Consent Order (DCO) process (desirable).

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross‑cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.

Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

Our Application Process

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Contact

Not ready to apply just yet, or have some questions? Please email Karin Spies at [e-mail]. Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.

Closing date

24 December 2025

All applications will be considered, and we will make every effort to respond within 72 hours of receipt. Please note that response times may be subject to delays during the festive period.