Air Quality Consultant

Job Reference: 1625074

About

Are you an experienced Air Quality Consultant looking to take the next step in your career? We’re working with a leading multidisciplinary environmental consultancy seeking a talented Senior or Principal Air Quality Consultant to join their growing team across the North West.

You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a diverse range of projects, from infrastructure and energy to development planning, while mentoring junior staff and shaping the future direction of a respected and forward-thinking consultancy.

Requirements

• A degree (and ideally postgraduate qualification) in Environmental Science, Atmospheric Science, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Proven consultancy experience in air quality assessment, ideally within the UK market.
• Strong understanding of air quality legislation, planning, and permitting frameworks.
• Proficiency with dispersion modelling software (e.g., ADMS, AERMOD).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• For the Principal level – demonstrable leadership, business development, and project management experience.

Responsibilities

As a key member of the Air Quality team, you will:

• Manage and deliver air quality assessments for planning and permitting projects.
• Lead air dispersion modelling using ADMS, AERMOD, or similar tools.
• Provide technical input and quality assurance across a wide range of environmental assessments.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support business development, proposal writing, and client relationship management.
• Mentor and guide junior consultants, fostering technical excellence and growth.

Why join

• Be part of a collaborative, supportive, and technically excellent team.
• Work on nationally significant and high-profile projects.
• Enjoy a flexible, hybrid working environment.
• Salary up to £65k (depending on experience), benefits package, and genuine career progression opportunities.

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