Principal Consultant – Environmental Management, Permitting & Compliance
Homebased with Travel
Permanent, Full time
Competitive Salary with Company car or allowance
Are you ready to take the lead in shaping sustainable futures while navigating the complex world of environmental regulations? We’re looking for a driven, knowledgeable, and inspiring Principal Consultant to join our Land Quality Team and make a real difference in environmental management, permitting, and compliance.
This is your chance to lead dynamic projects, develop a talented team, and work closely with clients and regulators to deliver innovative, practical, and commercially aware solutions. If you’re passionate about protecting the environment and thrive in challenging situations where your expertise can make a real difference, this could be the opportunity for you.
The Role in a Nutshell:
- Project Leadership: Take charge of impactful projects across industries, ensuring environmental compliance and regulatory excellence at every turn.
- Technical Expertise: Provide expert advice on environmental regulations, permitting processes, and compliance strategies while producing high-quality reports and solutions.
- Team Leadership: Mentor and guide a talented team of consultants, supporting their growth and ensuring top performance.
- Client and Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with clients, regulatory authorities, and multidisciplinary teams to keep projects on track and successful.
- Business Development: Play a key role in expanding our consultancy division, engaging with clients, and identifying new opportunities.
What You Bring to the Table
- A degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field (an MSc is a bonus but not essential).
- At least seven years of experience in environmental consulting, permitting, or compliance, with a strong understanding of UK regulatory frameworks.
- Exceptional problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proven ability to lead projects, meet deadlines, and manage budgets with commercial awareness.
- A proactive approach to mentoring, team management, and fostering a positive work environment.
Experience in environmental permitting regulations and compliance auditing is essential, with further experience in contaminated land consultancy being advantageous.
The Essentials
- Location: Home-based with regular travel to sites and offices across the UK (overnight stays required).
- Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, with flexibility to ensure project needs are met.
About us:
At Adler and Allan Group, we're not just a company – we're environmental champions committed to protecting our planet while helping businesses thrive. We're a diverse, dynamic team dedicated to providing top-tier environmental, energy and water infrastructure services across the UK. Our mission is clear: safeguarding the environment, minimising operational disruptions, and supporting sustainability goals for our valued clients.
Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.
