ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT MANAGER/Senior environmental consultant

Location: Reading - office & site based

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full-Time

About Compass

Compass Environmental Consultancy is a dynamic, family-run business specialising in managing environmental risk.

We work with a diverse range of clients, including insurers, retailers, private businesses, and environmental regulators to deliver complex and interesting environmental projects.  In addition, we provide training and consultancy services to help businesses protect the environment.

Position Overview

Due to continued expansion we are seeking an Environmental Project Manager/Senior Environmental Consultant to join our growing team. You will be responsible for planning, executing and overseeing a variety of environmental projects - taking the lead on these from start to completion or delegating to other team members when required.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in environmental science, project management and has first-hand experience in implementing effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Successfully manage multiple environmental projects simultaneously, delivering effective solutions for our clients.

  • Manage stakeholders associated with each project - i.e. contractors, homeowners etc.

  • Develop and manage project plans - including resource and budget management.

  • Provide practical assistance on site including an amount of physical work.

  • Prepare written reports highlighting key stages of each project.

  • Client facing role.


    Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Geography, Geology or a related field.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Minimum 3 years experience in environmental project management, with a track record of successful project delivery - particularly in the field of domestic oil spill claims.

  • Effective communication abilities, both written and verbal.

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to changing project requirements.

  • Proficiency in data analysis and good working knowledge of relevant software tools.

  • Full UK Driving License, confident driver.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary

  • Commercial vehicle provided with personal use.

  • 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

  • Company Pension Scheme

  • Private Health

  • Life Insurance

  • Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects.

If you are looking to take the next step in your environmental career, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your interest in the position, and any relevant academic or professional achievements to info@compassenviro.co.uk by Friday 8th December 2023.