Principal Air Quality Consultant
Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: £50,000 – £65,000 + Excellent Benefits
A market-leading environmental consultancy is looking to appoint a Principal Air Quality Consultant to strengthen its London team. This is a senior, client-facing role offering the chance to lead flagship projects, shape technical strategy and develop people – all within a flexible hybrid working culture.
The Role
You will lead the scoping and delivery of complex air quality assessments across transport, infrastructure and urban development. The role combines hands-on technical leadership (modelling, reporting and compliance) with team management, client engagement and input to business growth.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and manage multi-disciplinary air quality projects end-to-end
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Provide technical direction on dispersion modelling (ADMS/AERMOD) and EIA chapters
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Own key client relationships and support business development activity
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Coach, mentor and develop junior consultants
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Liaise with regulators, local authorities and stakeholders to secure approvals
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Contribute to service development and strategic growth in London
About You
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6+ years’ experience in air quality consulting or regulatory practice
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Strong working knowledge of ADMS, AERMOD and IAQM/EPUK guidance
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Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Geography or similar
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Chartered (CEnv/IAQM) or on chartership pathway (desirable)
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Proven leadership, client management and project delivery skills
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Full UK driving licence
What’s on Offer
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£50,000 – £65,000 DOE + annual bonus
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Hybrid working with central London office hub
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Pension, private medical, 25+ days holiday + bank holidays
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Funded CPD and clear progression pathway
If you want to lead meaningful environmental work and accelerate your career, we’d like to hear from you.
To apply or discuss in confidence, contact Abi King at Penguin Recruitment.
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