381 Impact Assessment jobs in the United Kingdom

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Bennett & Game are pleased to be representing a well-established consultancy with over 30 years of environmental expertise, currently seeking a Principal or Senior Environmental Impact Assessment Consultant to join their growing Bristol office. This role offers the opportunity to lead on nationally significant infrastructure, renewable energy and urban development projects, supported by a multi-di.

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Job Description

Bennett & Game are pleased to be representing a well-established consultancy with over 30 years of environmental expertise, currently seeking a Principal or Senior Environmental Impact Assessment Consultant to join their growing Brighton office. This role offers the opportunity to lead on nationally significant infrastructure, renewable energy and urban development projects, supported by a multi-d.

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Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Start here. Grow here.

Are you passionate about improving the environmental performance of infrastructure development projects?

If so, we’d love to hear from you at AECOM.

We are recruiting experienced Environmental Consultants to join as an Associate EIA Director . Our Environment & Sustainability business has over 650 staff working across the UK and Ireland. As we are a national team, we are flexible in terms of location – this includes our offices in Basingstoke, Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Chesterfield, Croydon, Edinburgh, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London Aldgate, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham, Plymouth, St Albans, Warrington.

We would welcome interest from candidates looking for either a part-time or full-time position.

As an Associate EIA Director you’ll lead and manage multidisciplinary environmental inputs to large-scale development projects that are transforming our infrastructure and helping the UK achieve its net zero goals - this includes:

• Energy generation projects, including carbon capture and storage, hydrogen and renewables (solar and wind)
  
• Energy distribution and transmission projects (including international connectors)
  
• Strategic national and regional rail projects
  
• Highway improvements and greenway projects
  
• Regeneration projects, including portside developments
  
• Developments within the ecommerce, minerals and waste, water, defence, aviation, commercial/ residential and industrial sectors
  

You will have the opportunity to work across a portfolio of development projects covering multiple consenting regimes (DCO, TCPA, TWA, hybrid Bill etc.).

You will work daily with technical experts within our established Environmental Impact team. We are a founding member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) EIA Quality Mark, whilst everything we do aligns with our environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Lead: Lead multidisciplinary environmental inputs across a wide range of projects, helping our clients gain development consent. This includes leading the preparation of EIA screening letters, Scoping Reports and Environmental Statements, requiring the technical review of specialist chapters. Managing resources, delegating activities, monitoring and managing project budgets
  
• Collaborate: Work as part of integrated design teams to identify environmental constraints, avoid impacts and develop solutions in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy, as well as delivering benefits where possible. Working in partnership with internal supply teams and members of the wider business
  
• Create: Lead and support business opportunities and associated fee and technical proposal development
  
• Inspire: Support staff development and mentoring
  
• Champion: Promote AECOM’s environmental services to both internal and external audiences
  

Qualifications

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

Here’s what we’re looking for:

To apply for this will role, you’ll need to be able to demonstrate interest and experience of coordinating multidisciplinary environmental inputs to infrastructure development projects. You should have:

• Proven experience of successfully managing EIA projects, environmental assessment methods and applicable planning legislation
  
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of an established team, coordinating inputs from specialist technical teams
  
• Confidence when engaging with a wide variety of stakeholder groups
  
• Excellent verbal and report writing skills, including technical reviewing with an eye for detail
  
• Project management skills, including staff resource and budget management
  
• A degree in a relevant environmental discipline (preferably a Masters degree) and an appropriate professional membership
  
• Willingness to occasionally travel to client offices
  
• Chartered Environmentalist status
  
• Interest in line management duties and staff mentoring
  
• Experience of the DCO and/ or TWAO consenting regimes
  

Additional Information

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at

At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you

#EVB

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J

Business Line: Environment

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India

Career Area: Science

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Title: Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Associate

Location: London

Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience

Join a respected national multi-disciplinary consultancy as an Associate in their Environmental Impacts team and play a key role in delivering impactful environmental solutions. Employees are truly valued here; the company invests in its people, offering genuine support, great incentives, and an outstanding benefits package. They’re a collaborative team that works in a dynamic way to support work/life balance and has a people-first culture. You’ll be mentoring junior members of staff and supporting directors to deliver on a variety of unique and high profile projects.

After working closely with this client for a number of years, it’s evident it’s a great place to work. It’s a non-corporate environment with no red tape where your ideas are heard regardless of title or level. They work on a range of projects including regeneration, residential, strategic land, education, mixed use commercial, retail and a wide range.

Relevant experience:

• 6 years PQE in either environmental environment or planning consultancy
• Strong knowledge within Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) legislation and contemporary best practice
• Project managing of small and large projects and supporting junior members of staff
• Demonstrated understanding of current and emerging Town Planning legislation and policy frameworks
• Excellent written communication skills and building rapport with stakeholders
• Able to adhere to deadlines
• Full driving license

Benefits:

• Generous pension contribution
• Multiple bonus schemes with fruitful earning potential
• Flexible and hybrid working, with the ability to work from any UK office
• Wellbeing allowances to use towards gym memberships, exercise equipment and more
• Sabbaticals
• Flexible annual leave entitlement with the option to purchase extra
• Company trips abroad and ad hoc company socials
• Encouraged and supported professional development

They’re prepared to pay a competitive salary dependent on your experience - get in touch for more details.

Not looking to move but know someone who is? Up to £500 for successful referrals.

Title: Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Associate

Location: London

Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience

Join a respected national multi-disciplinary consultancy as an Associate in their Environmental Impacts team and play a key role in delivering impactful environmental solutions. Employees are truly valued here; the company invests in its people, offering genuine support, great incentives, and an outstanding benefits package. They’re a collaborative team that works in a dynamic way to support work/life balance and has a people-first culture. You’ll be mentoring junior members of staff and supporting directors to deliver on a variety of unique and high profile projects.

After working closely with this client for a number of years, it’s evident it’s a great place to work. It’s a non-corporate environment with no red tape where your ideas are heard regardless of title or level. They work on a range of projects including regeneration, residential, strategic land, education, mixed use commercial, retail and a wide range.

Relevant experience:

• 6 years PQE in either environmental environment or planning consultancy
• Strong knowledge within Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) legislation and contemporary best practice
• Project managing of small and large projects and supporting junior members of staff
• Demonstrated understanding of current and emerging Town Planning legislation and policy frameworks
• Excellent written communication skills and building rapport with stakeholders
• Able to adhere to deadlines
• Full driving license

Benefits:

• Generous pension contribution
• Multiple bonus schemes with fruitful earning potential
• Flexible and hybrid working, with the ability to work from any UK office
• Wellbeing allowances to use towards gym memberships, exercise equipment and more
• Sabbaticals
• Flexible annual leave entitlement with the option to purchase extra
• Company trips abroad and ad hoc company socials
• Encouraged and supported professional development

They’re prepared to pay a competitive salary dependent on your experience - get in touch for more details.

Not looking to move but know someone who is? Up to £500 for successful referrals.

**Company Description**
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
**Start here. Grow here.**
Are you passionate about improving the environmental performance of infrastructure development projects?
If so, we'd love to hear from you at AECOM.
We are recruiting experienced **Environmental Consultants** to join as an **Associate EIA Director** . Our Environment & Sustainability business has over 650 staff working across the UK and Ireland. As we are a national team, we are flexible in terms of location - this includes our offices in Basingstoke, Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Chesterfield, Croydon, Edinburgh, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London Aldgate, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham, Plymouth, St Albans, Warrington.
We would welcome interest from candidates looking for either a part-time or full-time position.
As an **Associate EIA Director** you'll lead and manage multidisciplinary environmental inputs to large-scale development projects that are transforming our infrastructure and helping the UK achieve its net zero goals - this includes:
+ Energy generation projects, including carbon capture and storage, hydrogen and renewables (solar and wind)
+ Energy distribution and transmission projects (including international connectors)
+ Strategic national and regional rail projects
+ Highway improvements and greenway projects
+ Regeneration projects, including portside developments
+ Developments within the ecommerce, minerals and waste, water, defence, aviation, commercial/ residential and industrial sectors
You will have the opportunity to work across a portfolio of development projects covering multiple consenting regimes (DCO, TCPA, TWA, hybrid Bill etc.).
You will work daily with technical experts within our established Environmental Impact team. We are a founding member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) EIA Quality Mark, whilst everything we do aligns with our environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy.
**_Here's what you'll do:_**
+ **Lead:** Lead multidisciplinary environmental inputs across a wide range of projects, helping our clients gain development consent. This includes leading the preparation of EIA screening letters, Scoping Reports and Environmental Statements, requiring the technical review of specialist chapters. Managing resources, delegating activities, monitoring and managing project budgets
+ **Collaborate:** Work as part of integrated design teams to identify environmental constraints, avoid impacts and develop solutions in accordance with the mitigation hierarchy, as well as delivering benefits where possible. Working in partnership with internal supply teams and members of the wider business
+ **Create:** Lead and support business opportunities and associated fee and technical proposal development
+ **Inspire:** Support staff development and mentoring
+ **Champion:** Promote AECOM's environmental services to both internal and external audiences
**Qualifications**
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**
_Here's what we're looking for:_
To apply for this will role, you'll need to be able to demonstrate interest and experience of coordinating multidisciplinary environmental inputs to infrastructure development projects. You should have:
+ Proven experience of successfully managing EIA projects, environmental assessment methods and applicable planning legislation
+ The ability to work collaboratively as part of an established team, coordinating inputs from specialist technical teams
+ Confidence when engaging with a wide variety of stakeholder groups
+ Excellent verbal and report writing skills, including technical reviewing with an eye for detail
+ Project management skills, including staff resource and budget management
+ A degree in a relevant environmental discipline (preferably a Masters degree) and an appropriate professional membership
+ Willingness to occasionally travel to client offices
+ Chartered Environmentalist status
+ Interest in line management duties and staff mentoring
+ Experience of the DCO and/ or TWAO consenting regimes
**Additional Information**
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at
At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.
If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you
#EVB
**About AECOM**
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** Environment
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India
**Career Area:** Science
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid

Our client, a leading environmental consultancy, is seeking an experienced Forestry Consultant to undertake critical Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and related ecological surveys. This role involves extensive fieldwork across various sites, requiring a deep understanding of forest ecosystems, biodiversity, and relevant environmental legislation. You will be responsible for conducting site assessments, analyzing forest health, evaluating the impact of proposed developments, and preparing detailed technical reports. The successful candidate will have a strong background in forestry, ecology, or environmental science, coupled with excellent report-writing skills and the ability to work independently in challenging outdoor environments. This is a field-based position requiring regular travel throughout the region.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive ecological surveys and forestry assessments, including habitat mapping and species identification.
• Evaluate the potential environmental impacts of development projects on woodland habitats and biodiversity.
• Prepare detailed EIA reports, including methodologies, findings, and recommendations for mitigation measures.
• Advise clients on forestry management practices that comply with environmental regulations and promote biodiversity.
• Collect and analyze data on forest structure, composition, health, and growth.
• Undertake tree condition surveys and hazard assessments.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant UK and EU environmental legislation, including the UK Forest Standard.
• Collaborate with other specialists (e.g., hydrologists, archaeologists) to provide integrated environmental advice.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders.
• Present findings and recommendations to clients and at public consultations when required.
• Manage project timelines and budgets effectively for assigned consultancy projects.

Qualifications:

• A degree in Forestry, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a closely related discipline. A Master's degree or PhD is advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in forestry, ecological consultancy, or environmental impact assessment.
• In-depth knowledge of woodland ecology, biodiversity assessment, and UK flora and fauna.
• Proven experience in conducting EIAs and writing comprehensive technical reports.
• Familiarity with GIS software for data analysis and mapping.
• Excellent understanding of environmental legislation pertaining to forestry and land development.
• Strong field skills, including experience with survey equipment and techniques.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, often in remote or challenging conditions.
• Valid UK driving license and willingness to travel extensively across the region.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional membership (e.g., Chartered Forester, CIEEM) is highly desirable.

This field-based role is crucial for projects in the Brighton, East Sussex, UK area and surrounding regions, focusing on the Agriculture & Forestry sector.

Job Description

Title: Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Associate

Location: London

Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience

Join a respected national multi-disciplinary consultancy as an Associate in their Environmental Impacts team and play a key role in delivering impactful environmental solutions. Employees are truly valued here; the company invests in its people, offering genuine support, great incentives, and an outstanding benefits package. They’re a collaborative team that works in a dynamic way to support work/life balance and has a people-first culture. You’ll be mentoring junior members of staff and supporting directors to deliver on a variety of unique and high profile projects.

After working closely with this client for a number of years, it’s evident it’s a great place to work. It’s a non-corporate environment with no red tape where your ideas are heard regardless of title or level. They work on a range of projects including regeneration, residential, strategic land, education, mixed use commercial, retail and a wide range.

Relevant experience:

• 6 years PQE in either environmental environment or planning consultancy
• Strong knowledge within Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) legislation and contemporary best practice
• Project managing of small and large projects and supporting junior members of staff
• Demonstrated understanding of current and emerging Town Planning legislation and policy frameworks
• Excellent written communication skills and building rapport with stakeholders
• Able to adhere to deadlines
• Full driving license

Benefits:

• Generous pension contribution
• Multiple bonus schemes with fruitful earning potential
• Flexible and hybrid working, with the ability to work from any UK office
• Wellbeing allowances to use towards gym memberships, exercise equipment and more
• Sabbaticals
• Flexible annual leave entitlement with the option to purchase extra
• Company trips abroad and ad hoc company socials
• Encouraged and supported professional development

They’re prepared to pay a competitive salary dependent on your experience - get in touch for more details.

Not looking to move but know someone who is? Up to £500 for successful referrals.

Job Description

Title: Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Associate

Location: London

Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience

Join a respected national multi-disciplinary consultancy as an Associate in their Environmental Impacts team and play a key role in delivering impactful environmental solutions. Employees are truly valued here; the company invests in its people, offering genuine support, great incentives, and an outstanding benefits package. They’re a collaborative team that works in a dynamic way to support work/life balance and has a people-first culture. You’ll be mentoring junior members of staff and supporting directors to deliver on a variety of unique and high profile projects.

After working closely with this client for a number of years, it’s evident it’s a great place to work. It’s a non-corporate environment with no red tape where your ideas are heard regardless of title or level. They work on a range of projects including regeneration, residential, strategic land, education, mixed use commercial, retail and a wide range.

Relevant experience:

• 6 years PQE in either environmental environment or planning consultancy
• Strong knowledge within Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) legislation and contemporary best practice
• Project managing of small and large projects and supporting junior members of staff
• Demonstrated understanding of current and emerging Town Planning legislation and policy frameworks
• Excellent written communication skills and building rapport with stakeholders
• Able to adhere to deadlines
• Full driving license

Benefits:

• Generous pension contribution
• Multiple bonus schemes with fruitful earning potential
• Flexible and hybrid working, with the ability to work from any UK office
• Wellbeing allowances to use towards gym memberships, exercise equipment and more
• Sabbaticals
• Flexible annual leave entitlement with the option to purchase extra
• Company trips abroad and ad hoc company socials
• Encouraged and supported professional development

They’re prepared to pay a competitive salary dependent on your experience - get in touch for more details.

Not looking to move but know someone who is? Up to £500 for successful referrals.