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OverviewJoin to apply for the Senior Environmental (EIA) Consultant - South West & Wales role at WSP. We are looking for a senior level environmental professional to support our Environmental Management and Assessment Team in one of our UK offices. Our portfolio spans sectors such as energy, aviation, nuclear, rail, property and Local Government. We need people with a proactive approach and a solid grounding in environmental design, assessment and management at any stage of the development project lifecycle. As one of the largest environmental consultancies in the UK, WSP handles challenging and highprofile projects, from small developments across sectors to major national infrastructure schemes. Our Environmental Management and Assessment Team oversees and manages the environmental inputs to these schemes, with involvement through their lifecycle.Our early engagement at the concept and option stages helps shape projects that reflect the challenges of sensitive environments and communities. In supporting continued design through to consent application, we work closely with our wider environmental specialists, as well as other skilled professionals, to develop proposals that fit with and enhance the environment and communities they sit within. We strive for wider benefits of improved habitats, cleaner air and water, lower carbon and overall environmental gain. And with schemes approved and underway, we work alongside design and construction teams to ensure practice meets commitments. The role is ideally suited to a pro-active individual looking to use their initiative to progress their career.ResponsibilitiesProviding environmental advice and support to clients, project managers and colleaguesWorking with colleagues, diverse environmental specialists, clients and engineering teams to promote sustainable design and environmental enhancementManaging the delivery of a diverse range of environmental inputs into projects including EIA screening requests and scoping reports, environmental constraints studies, environmental management plans and Environmental StatementsManaging projects, overseeing our performance on technical, quality, commercial, and health and safetyBuilding relationships with clients and identifying opportunities to provide support in areas such as resourcing, programming, strategy development and project deliveryUndertaking activities to secure new work, including preparing proposals, contributing to strategic-bid preparation, and participating in business development opportunitiesSupporting the development of innovative techniques to shape the way we do our business whether through Digital EIA, Technical Excellence, Future Ready EIA etc.Inspiring and upskilling junior colleagues to support their career developmentPromoting an inclusive workplace, demonstrating an understanding of health and safety whilst living the values of our health, safety, and wellbeing cultureUndertaking actions that contribute towards the success of the WSP business strategy, whilst being self-motivated towards goals relevant to the role, team, and your projectsQualificationsA relevant environmental degree level qualification in EIA, or similarAchieved or demonstrably working towards Chartered Environmental Status and Full membership of IEMA, or similar qualification with a relevant professional bodyExperience of EIA and EIA processes and working with limited supervision within multi-disciplinary teamsKnowledge and experience of relevant environmental and planning legislationDemonstrable post-qualified experience of coordinating environmental assessments on a variety of projectsAn appreciation of project management activities, including commercial and risk aspects, forecasting, and quality assuranceExperience in work winning and bid preparation activitiesExperience of liaising with cross discipline teams, clients, and with external bodies and organisationsVerbal and written communication skills including report writing with an attention to detailDemonstrable experience of promoting a positive health, safety and wellbeing cultureWhats in it for youWork-life balance: At WSP, our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups to promote inclusivity.Health & Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people, giving you tools to improve your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you, providing quick access to medical advice. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments and a Gymflex scheme offering up to 40% off annual gym memberships, plus a menopause support package.Flex your time: WSP My Hour allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with flexibility to make up the time earlier or later. We offer part-time and flexible working, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use bank holiday entitlement to suit you.Your development: We invest in development and training through mentoring, training, and Chartership.#WeAreWSP: We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and will interview all disabled applicants who meet essential criteria; please let us know if you require workplace adjustments.About UsWe are one of the worlds leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.Equal OpportunityWe positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require workplace adjustments in support of your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr