Senior to Principal EIA Consultant (Water Chapters)

Hays is seeking a Senior to Principal EIA Consultant specializing in water-related chapters in Cardiff, UK. The role involves analyzing and writing Environmental Impact Assessments for major infrastructure projects, project management, and site visits. Candidates should have experience in hydrogeology and a relevant degree. The position requires working from the Cardiff office three times a week and offers a competitive salary and employee benefits.
Your new company




Our client is a highly respected, UK-based environmental consultancy and software provider specialising in water, hydrology and hydraulic modelling. Established as a specialist, expert-led organisation, the business supports regulators, infrastructure providers, consultancies and national organisations whose work impacts water in the natural environment.With a collaborative and solutions-focused approach, the company is known for simplifying complex water-related challenges, ensuring clients can rely on them for critical flood and water resource decisions.It is 100% employee-owned, fostering a high level of engagement, accountability and long‑term commitment among its people. Employees benefit from flexibility, autonomy and the opportunity to work on nationally significant and technically challenging projects.With teams located across the UK, the company combines local knowledge with national reach and is widely recognised for its technical credibility, supportive culture and positive contribution to the water and environmental sector.

Your new role




They are looking for an EIA Consultant specialising in technical water related chapters. Open to varying levels from Senior to Principal level. You’ll work on major infrastructure projects such as wind farms, solar farms and transport infrastructure.
Key responsibilities include…
Analysis and report writing to compile the hydrogeology, hydrology and water environment chapters of Environmental Impact AssessmentsBe involved with project managementUse GIS, CAD and other softwareSite visits and fieldwork to support consultancy and water monitoring projects (sometimes involve travel and overnight accommodation)Client meetingsCommunicate effectively internally and externallyEnsure compliance with relevant regulatory processesBuild upon your knowledge of water regulatory frameworksImplement health and safety processes

What you'll need to succeed




Proven experience in writing hydrogeology, hydrology and water environment chapters for Environmental Impact Assessments (Not just EIA Coordination)A degree in an environmental or related subjectWillingness to work from the Cardiff office 3 times a week and attend site visits when neededUK driving license

What you'll get in return




£35,000 - £59,000 depending on levelEmployee-owned business, tax-free bonuses to all staff and operate a separate performance-related bonus scheme40.5 day holiday allowance (plus option to buy or sell annual leave)Opportunity to work in other specialismsPension scheme, 5%employer matched, rising 1% each year to a maximum of 10%A share options scheme (principal consultant grade and above with a minimum of three years’ service)Cycle to Work schemeMedicash health plan1 day annually for volunteeringFlexible working hours systemCareer progression is clear for all staff

What you need to do now




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