Senior Environmental Consultant

Background

At Nicholas O'Dwyer, sustainability is at the core of our work. If you are looking to advance your career in a socially responsible company with a proven track record over 90 years, and are committed to creating a sustainable planet, we invite you to be part of our team.

Our mission is to provide innovative and reliable solutions using cutting‑edge technology and expertise, to ensure project success and employee satisfaction. We deliver infrastructure projects in water, wastewater, transportation, civil and structural engineering, flood protection and energy including renewables. With headquarters in Ireland, we also operate in the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. As part of the RSK Group, an amalgamation of over 200 companies with more than 17,000 employees, we benefit from a global network of opportunities while retaining our brand and autonomy.

Due to the success and growth of our Environment and Planning Department based in Dublin, our portfolio of projects has increased significantly. We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Consultant with at least 5 years post‑graduate consultancy/public sector experience to join our Environmental and Planning Team and play an integral role in the continued success and growth of the company.

The successful applicant will report to Senior Management within the Department.

• Preparation of the EIA Scoping Report
• Coordination and management of subconsultants and sub‑contractors contributing to the environmental assessments
• Attendance at internal progress meetings, client meetings and coordination meetings
• Review of baseline data and reporting
• Coordination and preparation of the EIA Report
• Provision of technical input throughout the project development to the client and to the internal project management team
• Contribution to preparation of application documentation
• Engagement with the client and external stakeholders

• A postgraduate degree in environmental science, environmental engineering or related discipline
• Professional membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., ISEP, CIEEM, CIWEM) is desirable
• Experience in working on EIA for large infrastructure projects in the terrestrial and marine environments
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the areas of Environmental Impact Assessment and Appropriate Assessment
• Excellent organisational and coordinating skills
• Strong collaborative working skills
• Excellent report writing skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent ability to interrogate data from various sources to ensure it is fit for purpose
• Excellent knowledge of European and Irish environmental legislation and regulations
• Be self‑motivated, pragmatic and solution driven
• Have a proven ability to meet strict deadlines
• Have a proven ability to coordinate and manage teams effectively and efficiently under pressure
• Have a flexible approach with a willingness to actively participate as part of a wider multidisciplinary team

Our mission is to deliver sustainable solutions that transform communities and bring about lasting positive change. Through a blend of expertise, innovation and global dedication, we envision a world where sustainable engineering protects growing communities. Nicholas O’Dwyer provides professional services in engineering design, project management, environment and planning, construction supervision and technical and contract advisory. We are one of the most respected Irish consultancies operating in local and international markets, providing professional services to public‑ and private‑sector clients.

Whether in Ireland, the UK or internationally, we understand and solve major challenges associated with delivering and adapting infrastructure for an increasing global population while maintaining a sustainable environment for future generations. Nicholas O’Dwyer is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown…