Fourblue
Senior Environmental Consultant
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Principal Environmental Consultant
Buckinghamshire – Hybrid £70,000 + company vehicle + 28 days holiday & bonus
Fourblue are working with a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering major highways and transport projects across the UK. They’re now seeking a Principal Environmental Consultant to lead a technical role within an expanding environmental function.
This senior opportunity allows you to shape environmental strategy, guide Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) delivery, and influence how large-scale infrastructure projects are designed and delivered—with a focus on sustainability, carbon reduction, and biodiversity.
You’ll work closely with engineers, project managers, regulators, and clients to manage risk and drive environmentally responsible delivery.
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- Leading Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) across major infrastructure projects
- Providing technical leadership on environmental assessment, compliance, and best practice
- Managing environmental inputs across design and delivery stages
- Collaborating with stakeholders, including regulators, clients, and internal teams
- Driving sustainability initiatives, including carbon reduction and biodiversity net gain
- Supporting nature-based solutions and climate resilience strategies
- Budget and performance management for resources and project delivery
- Mentoring and developing junior environmental team members
Essential Requirements
- Strong background in environmental consultancy within infrastructure, highways, or construction
- Proven experience delivering EIAs on complex projects
- Deep understanding of:
- Planning policy
- Environmental legislation
- Assessment methodologies
- Chartered Environmentalist (or nearing completion of qualifications)
- Strong skills in:
- Report writing
- Technical review
- Stakeholder management
- Experience in leading/mentoring teams within a consultancy environment
- Ability to juggle multiple projects, priorities, and client relationships confidently
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Why Join?
- Opportunity to step into a senior leadership role with direct influence over major infrastructure delivery.
- Work for an organisation investing heavily in environmental capability, with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and long-term impact.
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