EIA Consultant
Location: London

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with a leading multi-disciplinary planning and design consultancy to recruit an EIA Consultant to join their established Environmental team in London.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced environmental professional to play a central role in the delivery of Environmental Impact Assessments across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, infrastructure, and mixed-use schemes.

About the Role

As an EIA Consultant, you will coordinate and contribute to Environmental Impact Assessments, supporting planning submissions and ensuring compliance with UK regulations. You will work closely with planners, technical specialists, clients, and stakeholders, delivering high-quality EIA documentation and helping shape sustainable, well-informed development outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate EIA projects from feasibility through to submission

Liaise with local authorities, clients, and stakeholders to support the planning process

Prepare Environmental Statements, screening and scoping reports

Instruct and manage specialist sub-consultants and technical inputs

Contribute to planning strategy, risk identification, and project mitigation

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of EIA legislation and best practices

Requirements

A degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Geography or a related field

Proven experience in EIA coordination and delivery

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Understanding of the UK planning system and EIA regulations

Ability to manage projects and meet tight deadlines

Membership of IEMA or similar (or working towards)

Why Join?

Work with a respected consultancy on nationally significant developments

Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression

Hybrid working model with a base in central London

Competitive salary and benefits package

Encouragement of professional development and training

To apply, contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment