Principal Technical Specialist - Water Team

Overview

An established and growing environmental consultancy is seeking a Principal Technical Specialist - Water Team to join its expanding Cardiff office. This role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000 and the opportunity to work on high‑profile UK projects across infrastructure, utilities and environmental sectors.

• Lead the delivery of technical water projects.
• Provide technical guidance and mentor junior team members.
• Contribute to project management and client development activities.
• Support clients across infrastructure, utilities and environmental sectors.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Strong background within water consultancy, hydrology, freshwater ecology or environmental management.
• Previous consultancy and project delivery experience.
• Strong technical reporting and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to lead projects and mentor junior staff.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Full right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
• Must live within commuting distance of the Cardiff office.