Senior/Principal Enviromental Consultant in London)

Senior / Principal Environmental Consultant – EIA & Consenting

Location: London or Glasgow Offices

Are you passionate about shaping a more sustainable future? Do you thrive on delivering impactful environmental solutions across major infrastructure and renewable energy projects?

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be representing a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in their search for a Senior or Principal Environmental Consultant to join their expanding Environment team in Scotland.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on nationally significant projects across the energy, transport, utilities, ports, and built environment sectors, while developing your career in a supportive, forward-thinking organisation.

The Opportunity

• Lead and coordinate Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and related deliverables on a range of projects.
• Collaborate closely with technical specialists to deliver innovative, sustainable outcomes.
• Manage client relationships and help develop new areas of business.
• Mentor junior colleagues and support their professional development.
• Play an active role in bids and business growth across Scotland and the wider UK.

About You

• Degree or master\’s in an environmental or related discipline.
• Chartered, or working towards chartership (e.g. IEMA, RTPI, LI, CIWEM, CIEEM).
• Minimum of 5 years\’ post-graduate experience, ideally within a consultancy environment.
• Strong knowledge of EIA processes, consenting, and environmental management.
• Excellent report writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Confident in managing client needs and delivering high-quality outputs to deadlines.
• Proactive, adaptable, and passionate about sustainability and environmental performance.

What\’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• 25 days\’ annual leave plus bank holidays (with the option to buy or sell days).
• Flexible working arrangements and support for work-life balance.
• Access to professional development, training, and mentoring programmes.
• Support towards achieving and maintaining professional chartership.
• A collaborative culture focused on innovation, inclusion, and environmental excellence.