Location
Exeter
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
11/05/2026
Closing date
01/06/2026
Senior Environmental Consultant
Location: Exeter (Hybrid)
Salary: £38,000 - £45,000
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Consultant to join our growing Consulting Division in Exeter. This newly created role will support regional growth and involve managing environmental projects from inception to completion, including fieldwork, risk assessments, remedial design, reporting, and invoicing.
Working in a hybrid arrangement with at least two days per week in our Exeter office, you will manage project budgets and ensure timely delivery in line with client agreements. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced consultant looking to progress their career within a supportive and collaborative team.
What we offer:
* Great holiday entitlement
* Company pension scheme.
* Life insurance
* Enhanced sick pay and employee assistance programme.
* Hybrid working with a minimum of two days per week in the Exeter office.
* Car allowance
Key Responsibilities
* Manage environmental claims projects from inception to completion.
* Oversee project budgets, invoicing, and delivery in line with client SLAs.
* Coordinate fieldwork, ensuring high-quality data collection and standards.
* Manage subcontractors and remediation contractors throughout delivery.
* Monitor project progress to ensure milestones and deliverables are achieved.
* Conduct Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments.
* Prepare Preliminary Risk Assessments, including desk-based and intrusive investigations.
* Produce clear, commercially focused proposals and technical reports.
* Undertake environmental risk assessments in line with current legislation and best practice.
* Deliver high-quality technical work that meets client expectations.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulators, and stakeholders.
* Communicate technical and commercial information clearly and professionally.
* Represent the company effectively with clients and the public.
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
* Maintain accurate project records and follow company procedures and best practice.
* Support and mentor junior consultants through training and knowledge sharing.
Essential Requirements
* Minimum 5 years' experience in environmental consultancy.
* Strong experience in Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments and Preliminary Risk Assessments.
* Degree in a relevant engineering or environmental science discipline.
* Good knowledge of current environmental legislation.
* Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
* Commercial awareness and sound problem-solving ability.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
his is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Senior Environmental Consultant looking to progress their career within a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy environment.
Interested in this or other roles , please do not hesitate to contact Caitlin Richards
This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position