Senior / Principal Environmental Consultant (Transport)

Arup; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Senior / Principal Environmental Consultant in Leeds to lead transformative projects in the transport sector. You will work closely with engineers and planners, manage environmental assessments, and ensure compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in environmental consulting. Join a collaborative team dedicated to making a positive impact for communities and the planet.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Profit share scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing complex projects in the transport sector.
• Experience delivering EIA reports and compliance with environmental regulations.
• Strong knowledge of sustainability practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate environmental assessments for transport projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate environmental considerations.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and regulatory authorities.

Skills

Environmental consulting experience

Project management

Knowledge of environmental regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field

Full membership of IEMA or equivalent

Job description

Senior / Principal Environmental Consultant (Transport)

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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.

At Arup, we are more than just a consultancy firm. We are a passionate collective committed to shaping a better world. Our employee ownership ensures independence and client focus, while our values guide our actions. We believe in the power of purpose and Total Design, creating safe, sustainable, and resilient places.

Join Arup and be part of a dynamic, collaborative team. Our environmental consultants work closely with technical specialists, engineers, and planners to deliver comprehensive solutions. You'll have the opportunity to lead projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across disciplines and regions. Our team structure fosters innovation, knowledge sharing, and professional growth.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective that values individuality and diverse perspectives. You will have the opportunity to do meaningful work that benefits your career, our members, and the communities we serve.

The Opportunity

Join Arup as a Senior / Principal Environmental Consultant and Make a Positive Impact! Are you an experienced environmental consultant looking to make a significant impact? At Arup, we will offer you the chance to work on transformative projects, including the West Yorkshire Mass Transit and other groundbreaking transport initiatives. Our experts design critical infrastructure and urban environments that shape modern life. We aim to create a better world by delivering positive outcomes for our clients and society while safeguarding our planet.

Is this role right for you?

As a Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant at Arup, you will have the chance to lead and contribute to projects that genuinely make a real difference. Your expertise will be instrumental in shaping the future of our projects, ensuring they are not only successful but also sustainable.

You will have the opportunity to work across multiple sectors, but with a particular focus on the transport sector, working on and leading projects across all modes of transport, with a particular focus on sustainable transport modes and integrated transport systems.

Main Activities

• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to integrate environmental considerations into project planning and design and driving the right solutions to environmental challenges.
• Leading the preparation and coordination of EIA reports, ensuring they meet regulatory requirements and client expectations but also elevating their value to identify and value enhancements as well as appropriate mitigation.
• Building relationships with regulatory authorities, stakeholders, and clients to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards. Providing expert advice on environmental policies, regulations, and best practices. Monitoring and reporting on the implementation of environmental management plans and compliance with EIA conditions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Full membership of an appropriate institute (e.g. Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment (IEMA) or equivalent).
• Professional experience in environmental consulting.
• Proven track record of managing and delivering complex projects in the transport sector.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and sustainability practices. Experience of the Transport and Works Act consenting regime is desirable but not essential.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Karin Spies [e-mail]

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 are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

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 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.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Karin Spies [e-mail] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

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