EIA Consultant - Principal/Associate Director

Contract Type: Full Time Permanent

The Vacancy

Binnies is recruiting experienced EIA professionals to support work primarily in the south and east of England.

Our portfolio includes flood, coastal, and maritime projects, as well as sectors like ports, water utilities, transport, and renewable power. Projects range from nationally significant infrastructure to local river restoration.

The role can be full-time or hybrid, based in our offices in Bristol/Bradford on Avon, Redhill, Birmingham, or remotely.

This position is mainly technical, with opportunities for team and line management or mentoring if interested.

We pride ourselves on being at the forefront of environmental best practices and innovation, including digital EIA. Our professionals work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver smarter, sustainable solutions, such as nature-based solutions via blue-green infrastructure for the water industry.

Binnies holds the IEMA EIA Quality Mark, reflecting our high standards in EIA delivery.

About the Role

The responsibilities include:

1. Coordinating all stages of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), including SEA, WFD, HRA, and planning consents.
2. Reviewing and approving environmental deliverables to ensure technical quality.
3. Providing line management and mentoring to the Environmental Team.
4. Supporting tenders and recruitment efforts.

Qualifications/Requirements

Applicants should be environmental professionals with full membership (IEMA, IES, CIWEM) and possess:

• An environmental-related degree
• Chartered status with a relevant institute
• Thorough understanding of EIA, sustainability, and consenting processes
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• People skills and management/supervisory experience (preferred)
• Understanding of consultancy commercial drivers and ability to manage projects within time and budget
• A full UK driving license
• Previous consultancy experience

Experience in construction stage delivery is advantageous but not essential. Project or commercial management experience is not required, as dedicated project managers handle those areas. We welcome applicants at Principal level and above; salary is flexible based on experience. Start date is negotiable.

We develop innovative solutions using integrated planning and design to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and sustainability.

RSK Group, the parent company of Binnies, is a leading multidisciplinary environmental, engineering, and technical services provider, founded in 1989. We operate as a collaborative group, emphasizing growth, diversification, and resilience.

Our people-first culture promotes innovation, inclusivity, and professional development. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, believing that a diverse workforce enhances our strength and innovation.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us in building a sustainable future. Do you have what it takes?

Our Focus Areas

Environment: Creating sustainable infrastructure across asset life cycles, integrating digital innovation, and promoting holistic, inclusive growth.

Water: Engaged in all aspects of water management, leveraging digital transformation and data analytics to develop resilient, efficient water and wastewater solutions.