Principal Environmental Consultant - EIA Projects

Overview In this role you will lead environmental inputs to EIA processes for infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland, shaping project strategy and delivering high-quality assessments. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve environmental outcomes, support client relationships, and drive growth of AECOM's environmental services.

You'll engage across project lifecycles—from feasibility to construction—on high-impact developments that support net-zero goals. This position offers visibility on major projects and the chance to influence sustainable infrastructure through a global firm with a strong ESG culture.

Pay / Benefits Hybrid work options Flexible working arrangements Competitive compensation and well-being programs Career development and professional membership support Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office Global opportunities and diverse project exposure Responsibilities Manage environmental inputs to EIA screening, scoping, and Environmental Statements, including review of specialist chapters Oversee lifecycle of projects from strategy through construction and operation, across multiple consenting regimes (DCO, TCPA, TWA, hybrid Bill) Ensure deliverables meet high quality standards and quality management procedures Apply project management to resources and budgets with appropriate support Collaborate within integrated design teams to identify constraints, mitigation, and opportunities for benefits Manage client relationships and liaise with internal supply teams Identify and lead business development opportunities and develop technical proposals Promote AECOM's environmental services to internal and external audiences Key requirements Environmental & Planning Expertise Strong knowledge of EIA, environmental assessment methods, planning legislation, and relevant consenting and licensing regimes Experience with DCO and/or TWAO is a plus Experience delivering consultancy services with strong project management skills (programming, resourcing, budgeting) Ability to coordinate specialist technical inputs effectively Excellent verbal and report-writing skills with stakeholder engagement ability Degree in a relevant environmental discipline; Masters preferred and professional membership; Chartered Environmentalist status advantageous Willingness to travel and work flexibly across projects and stakeholder groups Stakeholder engagement Collaborative mindset Strong written and verbal communication EIA and environmental assessment methods Planning legislation and consenting regimes DCO/TWAO experience (bonus)

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