Senior / Principal Environmental Consultant in Belfast

Shape the future of our cities and environments. Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions. We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So talk to us about what's ideal for you from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

Bring your skills to the mix as a Senior / Principal Consultant. You'll play a vital role, collaborating with clients and design teams around the UK. Our Environment Practice leads the way in innovation, transformation and digital on the path to Net Zero. Lead environmental management integration across Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, Education, Rail, and Water. We're big on expertise but not on hierarchy. So, we'll trust you with more responsibility faster, supporting your career to the next level.

Your purpose: Leading on the coordination and delivery of environmental work being undertaken by multi-disciplinary teams including Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), options appraisals and environmental management. Champion high standards of environmental performance within multidisciplinary engineering projects, influencing project development and delivering optimal environmental outcomes. Collate and edit information from a range of sources to provide clear, well written reports. Competently undertake own work to an excellent standard, and review the work of others, on time and to budget. Able to manage clients needs in a confident, professional manner. Good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate issues and ideas effectively. Lead and support on bid preparation and develop new areas of business for the team. Undertake Continual Professional Development in accordance with requirements of chosen professional institute.

What you can bring: Degree or Masters in an environmental or science subject, with Chartership from a relevant institution. Substantial relevant post-graduate experience, preferably within a consultancy environment. Experience working on linear infrastructure projects would be beneficial. Comprehensive knowledge of the EIA process and environmental technical specialisms. Experience of leadership within multidisciplinary teams. Strong report writing, verbal and presentation skills and able to review the work of others to ensure quality. Able to prioritise and work effectively under pressure. Good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate issues and ideas effectively. Be flexible, adaptable and prepared to take on new challenges and work from other AtkinsRéalis or client office locations. Be highly self-motivated, possessing strong enthusiasm and commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis? We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women. Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo. We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups. Not to mention programmes supporting communities outside AtkinsRéalis, including schools, charities, ex-forces and professionals returning after career breaks.

Security clearance: This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

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