Location
London & South East, based from any of WSP's UK offices.

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience

About the Role
At WSP, you will have the opportunity to work on landmark projects and connect with leading experts in your field. We are seeking a Consultant level environmental professional to join our Environmental Management and Assessment Team in the UK. Our portfolio spans multiple sectors including onshore and offshore renewables, aviation, nuclear, rail, highways, energy, and commercial/residential developments. You will support environmental inputs throughout the project lifecycle, from concept and option stages through to consent application, detailed design, construction, and handover/maintenance.

As an EIA Consultant, you will collaborate with diverse environmental specialists and design teams to manage environmental assessments and contribute to sustainable project outcomes. Your role will include coordinating environmental assessments, developing innovative approaches including digital EIA, preparing environmental statements and sustainable design reports, and supporting project bids. You will also apply business skills in managing time, budgets, and project delivery.

WSP is one of the largest environmental consultancies in the UK, involved in challenging and high-profile projects. We emphasize early engagement to shape projects that address sensitive environments and communities, delivering wider benefits such as improved habitats, cleaner air and water, lower carbon emissions, and overall environmental gain.

We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment with flexible hybrid working arrangements, prioritizing work-life balance and wellbeing. Join a global team of over 69,000 professionals dedicated to making a positive impact in communities worldwide.

Experience
- Degree level qualification in an environment-related discipline
- Professional membership of IEMA, IES, CIWEM or equivalent
- Experience providing environmental support on energy projects, including Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- Sound knowledge of environmental issues and the UK environmental and planning regime
- Experience in sectors such as energy, highways, rail, and housing
- Proven ability to liaise effectively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and external organisations
- Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills

About you
Proactive and enthusiastic individual with a creative spirit and a dedicated approach. You are motivated to influence, manage, and deliver environmental elements of engineering projects across a range of sectors. You thrive in collaborative environments and are keen to contribute to innovative and sustainable solutions.

Qualifications
Degree in an environment-related area and professional membership as noted above. Commitment to ongoing professional development and career progression within environmental consultancy.