Principal Environmentalist
Amey
Lead environmental consultancy for infrastructure projects, managing teams, delivering assessments.
16 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
11,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Construction
Infrastructure
Transportation
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Transport
Utilities
Government
Defence
Justice
Education
Health
Role
What you would be doing
client liaison
technical approver
regulatory compliance
assessment coordination
resource planning
method guidance
- Liaise with clients or other stakeholders on technical matters.
- Provide Health & Safety leadership to team and contract, with responsibility for maintaining high H&S standards for all survey and site work, and general H&S standards at all times in support of Amey’s Zero Code.
- Checks to ensure compliance with the Integrated Management System and assist in its development.
- Be responsible for environmental staff in respect of timekeeping; technical training requirements; development and resourcing.
- Act as technical approver for major environmental schemes including EIAs, SEAs, environmental technical reports, scoping and feasibility studies.
- Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Environmental and other appropriate regulations.
- Advise on environmental aspects of projects including but not limited to SEAs, EIAs, ecological studies, energy use, environmental risks, etc.
- Keep up to date with industry best practice and where appropriate, brief junior environmental staff.
- Effective management and response of project related correspondence
- To contribute with other professions in the Business Development process in producing information for PQQs and Tenders.
- Coordinate statutory and non-statutory environmental assessment work for transportation, utility and other infrastructure schemes liaising with client representatives, planning, project design teams, technical leads and other relevant bodies and organisations.
- Plan and manage project resourcing requirements, ensuring best use of internal resources while demonstrating competency requirements.
- Provide guidance on best methods and practice meeting technical and project requirements.
What you bring
master's
chartered
project management
health safety
team management
communication
- Knowledge of the planning process and permitted development would be beneficial.
- A relevant master’s degree in a discipline associated with Environmental Science, Sustainable Development or similar (desirable).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the aptitude to rationally explain, explore and discuss environmental and sustainability issues and capture feedback.
- Experience of working closely with regulatory authorities and various stakeholders.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to plan and deliver works in line with budgets and programme deadlines.
- Demonstrable post-graduate experience preferably in a professional consultancy role (or similar) encompassing large rail/infrastructure projects.
- Health and Safety awareness, especially safe working practices and risk assessment related to fieldwork.
- Experience of managing a team of multi-skilled environmental and sustainability consultants and/or third-party contractors.
- A strong undergraduate degree in Environmental or similar/equivalent.
- Chartered status (CEnv, CSci)
- Have experience working to deliver sustainable solutions and outcomes; through both design and construction.
- Be confident in making key decisions on a daily basis.
- Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.
- Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership.
- Bonus – up to 10% of base salary
- Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
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Company
Overview
1921
Founded Year
The company was established as a quarry operator, marking the beginning of its long journey.
£1.4 billion
Annual Revenue
Generating significant revenue, the company solidified its position among the UK's leading infrastructure firms.
- Headquartered in London, delivers full lifecycle solutions across roads, rail, facilities, and utilities.
- Blends data-driven consulting with large-scale delivery, advising on analytics, asset condition, and digital platforms.
- Typical projects include major highway improvements, railway electrification, signalling renewals, complex facilities upkeep, and public-sector estate upgrades.
- Consulting arm advises on strategic asset management for clients like Network Rail and MTA’s Long Island Rail Road, with operations in North America and Australia.
- A standout example is a Birmingham highways turnaround, demonstrating ability to navigate challenges for resilient, long-term infrastructure outcomes.
- From restoring historic bridges to optimizing EV charging networks in Manchester via bespoke data models, brings creativity and engineering rigour to projects.
- Uphold the highest standards of governance – embracing Wates Corporate Governance Principles
- Be a leading example of an ethical business – every decision underpinned by the Amey Code
- Manage and mitigate risks – proactive assessment and mitigation of ESG and climate‑change risks
- Champion transparency and partnership – public reporting and benchmarking of ESG performance
80% Reduction
Net Zero Targets
Achieves an 80% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035, with full Scope 3 neutrality by 2040.
52.8% Cut
Scope 1 & 2 Reduction
Reduces Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 52.8% by 2030, validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
100% Renewable
Energy Procurement
Completely transitions to renewable energy sources for its operations.
- Carbon footprint (2019–2021) verified to ISO 14064‑1 by BSI
- PAS 2080 applied on all projects >£1 m; accredited to PAS 2060 carbon neutrality and ISO 14001
- Four sustainability pillars: decarbonisation, nature‑positive work, infrastructure resilience, internal emissions control
- Launched AI/data‑driven Net Zero mapping service in built environment, integrating biodiversity and energy efficiency
- Environmental Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship programme with IEMA‑accredited degrees
- Partnered with Green Careers Hub to promote green‑career pathways
- Investing in health, wellbeing and inclusion as key ESG ‘Social’ pillars
- Creating employment and upskilling opportunities for youth and those facing barriers
- Collaborating with SMEs and social enterprises to diversify supply‑chain opportunities
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