Principal EIA Consultant – London or Southampton
Central London, Greater London, South Coast • Up to £65K + Significant Bens • Ref: JSM 1214
Posted 20th October 2025
An excellent opportunity for an experienced EIA consultant to join one of the most forward-thinking environmental consultancies in the UK. This is a growing, independent business that’s built a strong reputation for quality, collaboration and technical excellence across the environmental planning and sustainability space.
As a Principal Consultant, you’ll play a key role in leading and coordinating EIA projects for a diverse range of development and infrastructure clients. You’ll work closely with an established team of specialists, supporting junior colleagues, shaping project strategies and helping to maintain an excellent track record of delivery.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on role within a friendly, knowledgeable team. You’ll have the freedom to influence projects from early feasibility through to consent, and to help guide the continued growth of a modern, values-driven consultancy.
Key responsibilities include:
• Supporting and leading EIA projects from concept through to submission
• Coordinating technical specialists and ensuring high-quality deliverables
• Attending client meetings and maintaining strong working relationships
• Providing clear, practical advice on environmental and planning issues
• Assisting with project management to ensure delivery on time and within budget
• Mentoring and supporting junior colleagues as part of a collaborative team
About you:
• Strong EIA background with experience managing multi-disciplinary projects
• Excellent understanding of UK planning and consenting processes
• Confident communicator and client manager
• A team player who enjoys sharing knowledge and supporting others
• Ideally chartered or working towards chartership
Why this opportunity?
You’ll be joining a genuinely supportive consultancy where everyone’s contribution is valued. The business is known for its open, collaborative environment, flexible working arrangements and commitment to professional development. It’s a great place to combine high-quality technical work with a relaxed and modern approach to work-life balance.
Locations: London or Southampton - flexible working arrangements available
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Benefits: Flexible working, generous holiday allowance, professional development support, and a welcoming team environment
If you are interested in finding out more about this position or similar roles and would like a discreet non-committal chat, please contact Jeremy Money (jeremy@jsm-associates.co.uk). However, if you have not received a response within with-in one working week, please assume your application has been unsuccessful this time round. We will confidentially retain your details and inform you of any other suitable opportunities arising should you not be successful in this role.
This is one of a number of exciting positions currently available via JSM Associates. JSM offers an extensive range of jobs in the areas of Planning, CSR & Sustainability, Environmental Management, Remediation & Contaminated Land, EIA and Ecology, Geotechnics, Environmental Planning, Air Quality, Noise and Vibration Landscape.
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