Lead Environmental Consultant

AtkinsRéalis is hiring a Lead Environmental Consultant in Uttar Pradesh, India, to lead planning and environmental projects, including EIAs and EMS implementation. The role involves technical support in areas like Net Zero and Ecology, project management, client engagement, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have a postgraduate degree and 12+ years of relevant experience. The position offers flexible and hybrid work solutions, including remote opportunities.
OverviewWe are seeking an Environmental Consultant to join our growing team in this role in AtkinsRéalis Global Technology Centre (GTC); you will collaborate with multidisciplinary technical specialists and contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects.

Your roleLeading and coordinating planning and environmental consenting projects, including Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) processes and the implementation of Environmental Management Systems (EMS).Provide technical support across environmental services, including Net Zero, ESG, Sustainable land resources, Ecology, and Biodiversity.Act as a Technical lead on projects, ensuring high-quality delivery.Engage with clients, regulators, and stakeholders.Manage projects, including budgets, programmes, and resourcing.Mentor and support junior team members.About youPostgraduate degree qualified in an environmental or related discipline.12+ years' experience in leading and coordinating planning and environmental consenting, Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) processes and the implementation of Environmental Management Systems (EMS).Passionate, proactive, and enthusiastic about environmental sustainability.Ability to adapt to changing priorities, work under pressure, and maintain technical excellence.Strong analytical and report-writing skills.Experience in preparing bids or tenders.Proven experience delivering projects from the bid stage through to completion.Membership of a relevant professional body or working towards Chartered RTPI/IES/IEMA/Environmentalist/Scientist status (or equivalent).Desirable Skills: Experience using digital and spatial tools, including ArcGIS, QGIS, Power BI, and spatial modelling platforms.Reward & benefitsThis includes:Comprehensive life insurance coverage.Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.Generous annual leave balance.Flexible and hybrid work solutions.Remote work opportunities outside of country.Company gratuity scheme.Discretionary bonus program. Relocation assistance.Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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