Technical Director – Environmental Assessment

Job Title: Technical Director – Environmental Assessment
Salary: £60,000 to £75,000 (dependent on experience)
Location: Various UK offices – Saltaire, Newcastle, Newport, Haywards Heath, Birmingham, Peterborough, Edinburgh, Glasgow (Hybrid supported)
Type: Permanent, Full-Time or Part-Time

About the Role:
Our client is seeking an experienced Technical Director to lead and grow their Environmental Assessment team, delivering high-profile projects across the UK and internationally. You will oversee EIA, SEA, and sustainability appraisal services, driving technical excellence, innovation, and business development while mentoring a talented team of specialists.

About Our Client:
Our client is an independent, employee-owned environmental and engineering consultancy, committed to sustainability, climate resilience, and innovation. With a values-led approach and a broad mix of public and private sector clients, they invest heavily in their people and maintain a collaborative, agile working culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead strategic growth and direction of the Environmental Assessment service.
Deliver and assure technical excellence in EIA, SEA, and SA.
Guide project teams and review key deliverables across environmental disciplines.
Coordinate statutory and non-statutory environmental assessment and consenting processes.
Lead business development initiatives and sector diversification.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
Oversee project management, ensuring quality, risk management, programme, and budget compliance.
Act as a technical mentor, supporting junior and mid-level staff development.
Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing, innovation, and cross-team collaboration.
Maintain accreditation standards, including IEMA EIA Quality Mark.
What Our Client is Looking For:

Degree or equivalent experience in Environmental Management, Planning, or related field.
Chartered membership (e.g., IEMA, RTPI) or working towards chartered status.
Experience leading EIA, SEA, or SA projects in consultancy or similar environment.
Demonstrated business development and client engagement skills.
Strong knowledge of UK environmental legislation, planning systems, and policy.
Highly organised, client-focused, and capable of leading both teams and technical direction.
Desirable Attributes:

Experience with infrastructure planning (DCOs or NSIPs).
Broad understanding of environmental disciplines.
Knowledge of permitting and consents (ecology, flood risk, waste, etc.).
Construction-phase assessment and environmental monitoring experience.
Familiarity with coastal or river projects and/or the energy sector.
Proven track record of introducing innovation in environmental assessment.
What Our Client Offers:

Competitive salary (£60,000-£75,000)
Hybrid working supported, with regular office collaboration
Opportunity to lead a high-performing Environmental Assessment team
Exposure to high-profile projects across multiple sectors
Career progression, professional development, and mentoring opportunities
Values-led, employee-owned, collaborative working environment
Eligibility:

Right to work in the UK
Relevant degree and professional accreditation (or working towards chartered status)
Opportunity for Growth:

Lead and shape the Environmental Assessment service nationally
Influence technical standards, innovation, and best practice
Develop client relationships and business opportunities
Mentor and develop the next generation of environmental specialists

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.