Principal Air Quality Consultant

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We’re seeking an experienced Principal Air Quality Consultant to join our Air Quality team and take on a senior role – alongside an Associate or Technical Director – delivering, growing and innovating our service offering.

• Lead the delivery of high-quality air quality assessments for planning and permitting.
• Manage air quality input on complex and multidisciplinary projects.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Undertake detailed modelling, monitoring, and analysis using industry-standard tools.
• Provide technical review and quality assurance of team outputs.
• Support bid writing and fee proposals, contributing to the development of new opportunities.
• Advise on mitigation strategies and compliance with relevant guidance and legislation.
• Mentor and support junior team members to build capability and confidence.
• Contribute to the growth of the Air Quality team through innovation and business development.
• Support the integration of air quality expertise with other environmental and engineering services.

• A degree in Air Quality Management, Environmental Science, or a related subject.
• 8 or more years’ experience in consultancy, with a track record of leading air quality projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK legislation, IAQM/EPUK guidance, and best practice.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent client-facing skills, with experience in developing new opportunities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality, clear, and concise reports.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

• Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) or Member/Fellow of Institute of Air Quality Management (IAQM).
• Experience in business development and securing new work streams.
• A working knowledge of social and digital media channels with a view to using these to promote not only your work but also the business.
• Familiarity with emerging trends in air quality, such as net zero and climate adaptation.
• Experience delivering CPD or training to internal teams or external audiences.

• A competitive salary (based on experience and location) and performance-based bonus scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements – our guiding principle is simple: if a flexible working arrangement works for you, your manager, and your team, it works for us.
• Pet-friendly offices – well-behaved dogs are always welcome.
• Enhanced workplace pension – company makes a 5% contribution.
• Flexible holiday allowance (buy or sell annual leave).
• Role-related benefits such as a mobile phone and access to a vehicle.
• Two paid professional memberships per year.
• Octopus EV salary sacrifice scheme.
• Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme.
• Season ticket loan.
• Clear progression pathways and leadership development.
• Mentoring, CPD and knowledge-sharing events.
• A collaborative, diverse, and inclusive workplace culture.

Graduate – 0-2 years’ experience with a relevant degree.

Engineer / Consultant / Technician – 2-5 years’ experience in the role or similar with some technical expertise and the ability to work collaboratively with others.

Senior Engineer / Consultant / Technician – 5-8 years’ experience in the role or similar with a developing set of skills, clearly identifiable technical expertise and direct experience of managing projects, coordinating with clients and supporting other team members.

Principal Engineer / Consultant / Technician – 8 or more years’ experience in the role or similar with a robust set of skills, proven technical expertise and an ability to lead projects, coordinate with clients and support other team members.

Associate Director – 10–15 years’ experience in the role with recognised technical expertise, the ability to lead multiple large projects, coordinate with clients, support and develop other team members and secure future work streams/projects for the discipline.

Technical Director – 15 or more years’ experience in the role with recognised technical expertise and…