Manchester
Environment
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
13/08/2025
03/09/2025
PRINCIPAL AIR QUALITY CONSULTANT - £55,000 to £70,000 + Benefits
A leading environmental consultancy is seeking an experienced PRINCIPAL AIR QUALITY CONSULTANT to join its growing team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strategic and commercially focused professional to lead high-profile projects, mentor junior consultants, and drive business development in the North West.
As a PRINCIPAL AIR QUALITY CONSULTANT, you will oversee air quality impact assessments, dispersion modelling, and LAQM projects across sectors such as transport, infrastructure, and urban planning. You'll liaise with clients, regulators, and local authorities, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards.
We are looking for a PRINCIPAL AIR QUALITY CONSULTANT with:
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6+ years of consultancy or regulatory experience in air quality
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Strong technical knowledge of ADMS, AERMOD, EPUK/IAQM guidance, and UK air quality policy
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Proven project management, client liaison, and mentoring experience
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A degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Geography, or a related field
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Chartered status or working toward it (IAQM/CEnv preferred)
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Full UK driving licence
This Manchester-based role offers a £55,000 to £70,000 salary, hybrid working, pension, private healthcare, bonus scheme, CPD support, and a clear route to Associate or Director level.
Apply now if you're a driven and commercially aware PRINCIPAL AIR QUALITY CONSULTANT ready to make a regional impact.
If you are interested in this or other roles in Air Quality, contact Aidan Morgan, Penguin Recruitment.
We have many more PRINCIPAL AIR QUALITY CONSULTANT roles on our website.
This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.