Lead Environmental Impact Assessor

Kent PLC is seeking a Lead Environmental Impact Assessor in Aberdeen, UK. The role involves leading a team of environmental specialists to ensure quality in Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) for the energy sector. Key responsibilities include project management, client engagement, and mentorship. Candidates should have experience in EIAs, strong communication skills, and a background in the UK energy industry. The position emphasizes sustainability and diversity.
About You:
If you're ready to amplify your potential in a future-focused energy sector, we want you to join our team. We are committed to pushing boundaries and achieving remarkable goals while emphasizing sustainability.

At Kent, we are tackling the biggest challenge of our time—delivering the energy our world needs in the most responsible way. Together, our diverse team embodies our beliefs that guide us in making a significant impact on our clients, stakeholders, and the planet.

About the Job:
Kent is excited to welcome an Environmental Impact Assessment Lead to our innovative Environmental Team. In this role, you will play a critical part in developing and steering a team of environmental specialists while driving technical excellence in delivering Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) within the UK energy sector. This position will report directly to the Market Director Environment.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the EIA delivery team and various specialist disciplines.
• Ensure quality and technical excellence in all EIAs conducted.
• Conduct consultancy work, particularly in Development Consent Orders (DCOs) and Town and Country Planning Acts (TCPAs).
• Provide strategic environmental guidance and advice to clients.
• Lead the authorship, review, and approval of technical reports.
• Mentor and guide junior specialists on projects.
• Prepare cost estimates and bids for new work.
• Manage projects to ensure compliance with scope, budgets, and schedules.
• Develop strong client relationships to enhance business growth.
• Recruit new team members to support market expansion.

Qualifications:
• Proven experience in delivering EIAs and related assessments.
• Relevant degree(s) and chartered status with a professional body (e.g., CEnv).
• Experience in the UK energy industry, such as low carbon, offshore wind, or oil and gas.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and industry standards.
• Exceptional technical report writing and review skills.
• Client-focused with experience in managing commercial challenges.
• Proven track record in leading successful bids and proposals.
• Experience in team management is a plus.

Communication Skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Capable of engaging with senior management and presenting at conferences.
• Strong bid authoring and team communication skills.

Core Competencies:
• Proactive team player with strong problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized and adaptable in a dynamic work environment.
• Supportive and empathetic towards team members.
• Resilient in handling variations in workload.
• Effective at planning and coordinating team efforts.

At Kent, we prioritize diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to accommodating diverse needs within the recruitment process. Join us in making a sustainable difference!