Head of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

Hiring Now - Head of EIA Office based with Hybrid working available - Anchor office days Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Location: London. Permanent, full time opportunity. Competitive Salary (dependent on experience).

Lanpro is a market-leading and award-winning multi-disciplinary consultancy specialising in Planning, Design and the Environment. Our project portfolio is diverse, representing projects at all scales across a variety of sectors including residential, historic sites and estates, renewable energy, and mixed-use commercial developments.

As a business we are on a mission to sustainably and sensitively shape future environments across the UK, from housing developments to NSIP scale renewable energy and infrastructure projects. We are looking for an innovative and forward-thinking EIA expert driven by positive environmental schemes that make a difference to lead our ambitious and driven EIA team.

The role will be accountable for leading and developing the EIA growth strategy in line with the Planning and Lanpro Business Plans, and for collaboration across all divisions nationally. Working closely with commercial, operational, discipline directors and key stakeholders, such as Finance and HR, to drive growth and profitability across the business line.

Responsibilities include:

• Management of the EIA Business Unit.
• Overall responsibility for the running of the Unit.
• Implement appropriate strategies and processes to ensure delivery of business unit and company targets.
• Participate in the Monthly Planning Board Meeting ensuring key decisions are taken in the best interests of the Unit, Division and Stakeholders of the business.
• Ensure the Unit runs in accordance with Company Policies and Procedures and the sharing of best practice with all stakeholders.
• Chair and direct a weekly meeting with the Unit to ensure that all aspects are performing to target.
• Ensure tender pricing is governed and signed off appropriately.
• Liaise closely with Planning Director - Business Unit Lead to ensure a working knowledge of the progress to date and issues arising in the Unit.

People, Culture & Development:

• Enable the right number, level, and calibre of employees to be recruited and developed.
• Lead, motivate, communicate with, and develop team members to achieve the best performance.
• Identify team members for future career progression.
• Host and contribute to business update events for all staff.
• Ensure that all employees understand the requirements of their job and perform to a satisfactory standard.
• Committed to CPD in pursuit of continuous learning and self-improvement.

Delivering Our Projects:

• Responsible for the P&L, budget, profitability and SHEQ aspects for specific area(s), activity, and/or project(s).
• Effectively manage significant and complex projects to a high standard.
• Take a key role in projects within relevant specialised field and provide technical leadership.
• Manage the delivery of projects and lead the preparation of tender responses.

Health & Safety:

• Overall responsibility for the provision of effective Health & Safety for the Unit.

Other Requirements:

• A strong understanding of EIA processes, methodologies, and relevant environmental regulations.
• Experience in leading and managing complex projects.
• The ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Membership in relevant professional bodies can be an advantage.
• Experience working in the EIA field is highly valued.

As a valued employee of Lanpro, you can expect to feel nurtured and supported. We offer the following great benefits as standard:

• Non contractual growth bonus scheme.
• Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement - 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Loyalty Leave (Continuous Service accrued Annual Leave up to 5 days).
• Hybrid Flexible Working Environment.
• Centrally based City Offices (Manchester, York, Edinburgh).
• Vitality Health Care - Private Medical Scheme.
• Company Pension.
• Death in Service cover.
• BUPA Cash Plan.
• Protected Continuous Professional Development structure.
• Access to Atlas Learning and Development (E-Learning portal).
• Professional Body Membership.
• Career Progression Framework.
• Discounted Gym Membership.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Discounts and perks - Amazon Prime, Odeon, Apple, Café Nero.
• Employee Assistance Program - including Financial and Mental Health support.