EIA Consultant

Following its recent acquisition by SLR, Wardell Armstrong now forms part of a leading global environmental and sustainability consultancy working on projects across the world from over 100 offices. Due to business growth we have a new vacancy for an experienced EIA Consultant.

The EIA Team provide high quality support to a range of development types, including residential development, retail, storage and distribution, renewable energy, waste facilities, utilities and minerals. Our EIA Co-ordinators are experts in their field and oversee and manage EIAs from a scheme’s conception to the post submission phase. Wardell Armstrong is also a registrant of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) EIA Quality Mark, demonstrating our commitment to excellence in our EIA services.

The role involves working as part of our Birmingham-based Environment and Planning team, where you will be involved in the screening, scoping and coordination of Environmental Impact Assessments, working with internal and external specialists and environmental stakeholders. In addition, you will be involved in the preparation and delivery of planning applications for a wide variety of infrastructure and development projects. You will help with the financial monitoring of projects and budget management, and assist in business development activities. The position is a full-time position although part time applicants will be considered.

About Us: SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our ‘one team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 days annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies to help balance the needs of professional and home life.

About You: As the successful applicant, you will hold a degree in an environmental discipline and ideally (although not essential) a second degree in Environmental Impact Assessment or Environmental Management. You will be motivated and demonstrate strong organisational and communication skills. You will be prepared to be flexible and contribute to the work streams of multiple teams. You will also have a good knowledge of the UK planning system, the EIA Regulations, and experience of coordinating environmental assessments. Due to the nature of the work you may be required to travel throughout the UK.

Culture & Inclusion at SLR: We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional C&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently under-represented at SLR, such as people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent. Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR.