Senior/ Principal Environmental Consultant - Glasgow

RSK Environment Ltd, a member of RSK Group plc, is looking for a high-calibre environmental consultant to join RSK's growing Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Planning and Design team in Glasgow.

RSK has recently been ranked within the top 5 UK environmental consultancies (Environmental Analyst, December 2014) and as a leading provider in environmental services both in the UK and internationally, there are excellent opportunities for the advancement and growth for the right individuals.

RSK Environment Ltd is a registrant under the IEMA Quality Mark Standard and is currently engaged on some of the most high profile projects across the UK. Our EIA teams are currently supporting clients on a range major planning applications, public inquiries and the environmental management of projects before and during construction.

Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant - Glasgow

The successful candidate will be working on high-profile projects helping some of the UK's leading organisations to safeguard the environment for the future. We are interested in hearing from candidates who have experience of working on a wide range of EIA and environmental management projects.

Responsibilities:

• Managing the co-ordination and production of EIAs and related projects and/or undertaking construction phase environmental management on projects in Scotland
• Providing and preparing environmental management documentation such as Construction Environmental Management Plans
• Writing detailed feasibility studies, environmental reviews and environmental statements
• Undertaking construction phase environmental management on projects in Scotland
• Assisting with production of proposals and tenders
• Working with regulators and liaising with clients
• Providing advice on a wide range of environmental issues

Desired experience:

• Previous consultancy experience managing EIA projects
• Experience in one or more of the following sectors would be essential: rail, electricity transmission or distribution
• Any experience in the following sectors will be advantageous: renewable energy including offshore and onshore wind energy, conventional power, EfW, biomass, and property
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK legislation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good team player, with the ability to work independently
• Enthusiastic and well organised
• CEEQUAL Assessor certification and/or experience of delivering CEEQUAL for major projects would be desirable

Person specification:

• BSc degree level qualified in a relevant discipline
• Preferably MSc qualified in environmental impact assessment, environmental management or related subject
• A particular expertise in one of the environmental disciplines would be advantageous

Salary and benefits:

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Contributory pension scheme
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, childcare vouchers and private health care
• Regular training and career development

All candidates applying for positions with RSK Group must be eligible to work in the UK/European Economic Area. Candidates should confirm this when applying with their CV and covering letter.

For more information please call Sarah Murphy on or email -

RSK is committed to our Corporate Responsibility strategy. We seek to minimise our impact on the environment; to engage positively with the community and education groups; to provide a safe and supportive atmosphere in which to work; and to promote Corporate Responsibility throughout our supply chain.