EIA Consultant (Energy) (Senior Consultant/Principal Consultant)
Posted 19 days 17 hours ago by Ramboll Group A/S
Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative, and empowering culture? Are you motivated by creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature? Are you our new Senior or Principal EIA Consultant?
If this sounds like you, or you're curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Impact Assessment department and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.
Your new role
You will bring your knowledge of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) into play as you co-ordinate statutory EIA and non-statutory environmental assessment processes required to support major development proposals in the energy sector including onshore and offshore wind, solar, hydrogen, CCUS, transmission and energy storage. To succeed in this role, you will be able to apply an understanding of environmental consenting processes in the UK as well as an understanding of EIA process and regulations and will have the opportunity to support projects at various stages in the project lifecycle from early-stage feasibility/risk appraisal, through EIA, to consent condition compliance.
Your key responsibilities will be:
- Scoping and coordination of environmental baseline data collection, interpretation of data and provision of advice regarding environmental and sustainability constraints and opportunities for development.
- Developing trusted advisor relationships with both Ramboll colleagues, supply chain partners and our clients.
- Advanced report writing skills, ability to provide efficient peer review and coordination of management of spatial data including for the preparation of figures.
- Support for/ and or leadership of (in collaboration with a Project Director and other team members) key technical and commercial aspects of project delivery.
- Advisory skills in relation to preparing materials for stakeholder meetings and public consultations and participation in public consultation.
Your new team
You will be part of our UK Impact Assessment department, which forms part of our Global Impact Assessment Spearhead. The Spearhead has been established to drive further growth and specialisation in Impact Assessment, building on our existing successes through a continued focus on national impact assessment work, alongside targeting large, strategic projects - no matter where these occur, within our geographic strongholds or beyond. Our UK business employs over 250 environmental science professionals in 14 locations and covers a breadth of consulting services structured around impact assessment, compliance, strategy and transactions, new initiatives and sustainability, product safety and stewardship, contaminated land, and Water. Our clients include UK and global multinationals, utilities, local and central government and international institutions. Ramboll operates a flexible working policy, and with this you will be part of an exciting team of experts, who respect each other and work towards a common goal.
About you
From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. For this role, we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success:
- Appropriate degree in environmental sciences, environmental engineering or a related environmental discipline.
- Master's degree in an environmental discipline (advantageous).
- Prior EIA coordination experience on complex projects, experience in the energy sector would be advantageous but is not essential.
- Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
What we can offer you
- Strong company commitment and ethos centred on sustainable development, including in the energy sector.
- Investment in your development.
- Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Matched pension contributions.
- Private medical cover and life assurance.
- Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects.
Ready to join us?
Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc.
Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.
Ramboll in the United Kingdom
Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. Ramboll has a proven track record of sustainable and responsible business and is a top ten engineering and environmental and sustainability consultancy in the UK, with more than 1,500 employees across 16 offices working towards a more sustainable future. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, and Energy. Strong values guide what we do and drive an inclusive, collaborative, and highly flexible culture that values people and ideas.
An equal opportunity employer
Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment, where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential.