Associate Environmental Consultant

Associate Environmental ConsultantShape Strategic Environmental Outcomes Across the UK and Ireland Tetra Tech is seeking to appoint an Associate Environmental Consultant to join our Planning & Environmental team. Based in our Belfast office, this senior position offers the opportunity to lead complex environmental projects, provide strategic technical direction and play an influential role in the ongoing development of our environmental services across the UK and Ireland. The role is based in a large, permanently desked office located on the edge of the city with on‑site parking, strong public transport connections and excellent access to major road networks. This position supports hybrid working, with an expectation of two to three days each week in the office to support leadership presence, team coordination and mentoring. Flexible working arrangements can be accommodated where project responsibilities allow. You will work as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary environment, contributing to high‑profile and nationally significant projects across water and wastewater, renewables, residential, commercial and major infrastructure sectors. Purpose & Scope of the Role As an Associate Environmental Consultant, you will provide senior technical and project leadership across a wide range of environmental assessments and advisory services. You will lead the delivery of Environmental Impact Assessments, including the preparation and coordination of EIA Screening and Scoping reports, ensuring that environmental constraints and opportunities are rigorously assessed from the outset of a project. You will take responsibility for environmental inputs on complex and large‑scale development proposals, including major infrastructure projects, ensuring that assessments, mitigation strategies and recommendations are clearly articulated and defensible. You will oversee the preparation of outline Construction Environmental Management Plans (oCEMPs), ensuring that construction‑phase environmental risks, obligations and mitigation measures are appropriately defined and embedded within project delivery frameworks. You will guide feasibility studies, site appraisals and early‑stage environmental evaluations that help clients understand development potential, constraints and design considerations at the earliest stages of project formation. In addition to technical delivery, you will lead project management activities, taking ownership of budgets, programmes, resourcing, quality assurance and client communication. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, provide strategic direction, engage with regulators and oversee project delivery from initiation through to completion. Your Impact in this Position Your work will play a pivotal role in shaping the environmental performance and regulatory compliance of major development and infrastructure projects across the region. Through your leadership of EIA processes, feasibility assessments, stakeholder engagement and environmental advisory services, you will influence decision‑making, inform design development and help clients navigate complex environmental frameworks with confidence. By providing senior oversight of environmental reporting, stakeholder consultations and construction‑phase management plans, you will ensure that environmental risks are identified early, managed proportionately and integrated effectively into project planning and delivery. Your contribution will extend beyond project delivery, helping to strengthen internal processes, enhance technical methodologies and promote continual improvement across the environmental discipline. As a visible and trusted leader, you will support the growth and capability of the team by mentoring junior and mid‑level colleagues, sharing best practice, and supporting the development of technical competencies. Your strategic insight and leadership will contribute directly to Tetra Tech’s reputation for delivering high‑quality environmental services and sound, pragmatic environmental advice. Your Toolkit for Success at Tetra TechTechnical Leadership & Environmental Assessment Expertise You will bring extensive experience in delivering and leading environmental assessments across a range of development types. This includes significant involvement in Environmental Impact Assessment, with responsibility for coordinating EIA Screening and Scoping, guiding specialist contributors, and shaping the overall technical direction of assessments. You will have experience preparing outline Construction Environmental Management Plans, ensuring that practical and proportionate mitigation measures are integrated into construction strategies. Your capability will extend to feasibility studies, site appraisals and environmental evaluations, helping clients understand environmental implications and development potential at a strategic level. You will be proficient in GIS platforms and confident in overseeing complex data analysis, mapping and evidence‑based reporting. Client & Stakeholder Engagement You will be an accomplished communicator, experienced in leading engagement with clients, regulators, statutory bodies and community stakeholders. You will provide clear, outcome‑focused advice that supports informed decision‑making and fosters trust. Your ability to guide clients through environmental processes, articulate complex issues simply and manage sensitive discussions will be essential. Project Leadership & Delivery You will demonstrate strong project leadership, taking responsibility for managing multidisciplinary teams, delivering projects to time and budget and ensuring the technical accuracy and consistency of all environmental outputs. You will take a proactive approach to risk management, quality assurance and commercial oversight, ensuring that projects are delivered efficiently and professionally. Team Development & Mentoring You will play a central role in developing the skills and expertise of the broader team. Through coaching, mentoring, technical review and leadership, you will support junior and mid‑level colleagues in their professional growth, helping to build a resilient and capable environmental discipline. You will promote a culture of collaboration, knowledge‑sharing and continuous improvement. Regulatory Insight & Environmental Governance You will bring a strong understanding of environmental policy, legislation and regulatory frameworks across the UK and/or Ireland, including those relevant to EIA, air quality, construction environmental management and broader environmental assessment processes. You will be able to interpret regulatory requirements with clarity, ensuring that environmental advice, mitigation strategies and reporting align with statutory obligations and recognised best practice. Mandatory Requirements You will hold a degree in an environmental or related discipline and bring substantial consultancy experience delivering environmental assessments and leading multidisciplinary project teams. Your background will include responsibility for managing project programmes, commercial performance and client relationships, demonstrating your ability to balance technical expertise with strong project leadership. You will be an articulate and confident communicator, capable of presenting complex technical information clearly and engaging effectively with clients, regulators and colleagues. Strong report writing skills and the ability to quality‑assure the work of others are essential. You will demonstrate the ability to work independently while providing direction and mentoring to junior and mid‑level team members. Proficiency in GIS and Microsoft Office applications will support your ability to produce high‑quality environmental outputs. A full driving licence and access to transport are required to support site work across the UK and Ireland. About Tetra Tech Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science® to solve our clients’ most complex problems. In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. 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