Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant for the Water Sector

Joining Arup

We work with infrastructure developers, property companies, governments and landowners to embed effective management of land, air and water through planning, delivery and operation of new and retrofit projects. Our service is comprehensive, including air quality, biodiversity, noise, community engagement, environmental assessment and management, land quality, water, resources and waste, and the maintenance and protection of historic environments.

“Working at Arup, I engage with meaningful projects to improve the water environment. I work with local communities in Cardiff, across Wales, and around the world. The whole organisation has a common interest in developing well-rounded solutions to social and environmental challenges, which makes Arup a great place to work.”

Caroline Pilat - Water Scientist | Climate & Sustainability Services

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Senior or Principal Environmental Consultant at Arup, that will play a pivotal role in delivering projects that make a tangible difference to communities and the environment. Your expertise will help shape sustainable solutions across the water sector, ensuring our projects meet regulatory requirements and deliver long-term value.

You will work on a diverse portfolio of projects under major water frameworks, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and clients to address environmental challenges. This is an opportunity to influence outcomes that matter, while operating in a dynamic, flexible environment where proactive thinking is encouraged.

What you’ll do

In this role, you will be collaborating closely with client teams, working closely with a myriad of specialist colleagues and be responsible for the shaping development, reporting, and compliance of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA). Your main activities will include:

Your key activities will include:

• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to integrate environmental considerations into project planning and design, driving effective solutions to environmental challenges.

   

   

• Leading the preparation and coordination of EIA reports, ensuring they meet regulatory requirements and client expectations, while adding value through enhancements and appropriate mitigation measures.

   

   

• Building strong relationships with regulatory authorities, stakeholders and clients to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards.

   

   

• Providing expert advice on environmental policies, regulations and best practice.

   

   

• Monitoring and reporting on the implementation of environmental management plans and compliance with EIA conditions.

What we’re looking for

·       Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Engineering, or a related field.

·       Full membership of an appropriate institute (e.g. Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP), The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) or equivalent).

·       Professional experience in environmental consulting.

·       Proven track record of managing and delivering complex projects in the water sector.

·       Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and sustainability practices. Experience of the Development Consent Order consenting regime is desirable but not essential.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all our members can belong, grow and thrive through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Ali.wallace@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit  https://www.arup.com/careers/arup-careers-uk-application-process

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Closing date - 21/01/26