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EIA Consultant

Manchester

£33,000 to £40,000 per Annum

Permanent Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced EIA Consultant to join a well-established environmental consultancy delivering high-quality assessment and advisory services from its base in Manchester.

This role offers the chance to work on diverse and meaningful projects across the UK, supporting sustainable development and informed decision-making.

Key responsibilities

Coordinating EIA and ES inputs across multiple technical disciplines
Authoring and reviewing EIA chapters and screening/scoping reports
Managing programmes, budgets, and client communications
Supporting planning applications and stakeholder engagement
Ensuring quality, consistency, and compliance with relevant legislationThe EIA Consultant position is well suited to someone with a solid understanding of the UK planning system who enjoys project ownership and collaborative working. The role is primarily office-based in Manchester, with flexibility for site visits and hybrid working as projects require.

As an EIA Consultant, you will play a key role in coordinating and contributing to Environmental Impact Assessments for infrastructure, energy, water, and development projects. You will work closely with technical specialists, planners, and clients to manage inputs, meet deadlines, and maintain strong environmental outcomes.

Company Benefits:

Company vehicle access
Pension scheme
Internal and external training schemes
Clear progression path
Flexible working
Generous holiday allowance
Chartership support

Candidate Requirements:

Full UK Driving Licence
Background within geology/environmental sciences/earth sciences/civil engineering
Experience in EIA/environmental permitting
Live within a commutable distance of Manchester
Full Right to Work in the UK permanently

Interested in this or other roles in Geotechnical or Geo-Environmental, please do not hesitate to contact William Lisle at or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position