Principal Air Quality Consultant

Job Description Overview Take our vision into the future. Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? Consider joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions. We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So talk to us about what's ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us. AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s leading design and engineering consultancies, responding to the most technically challenging and time critical infrastructure projects. The Air Quality and Emissions team is part of an award winning, multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy practice, providing air quality advisory, consultancy and emission management services in connection with a wide range of land development, transport and energy clients. We work for local and national governments, industrial clients, funding agencies and lenders, property developers, infrastructure contractors and regulatory authorities. Your role Managing desk-based air quality, dust, odour and carbon emissions assessments for planning applications, environmental permit applications and Environmental Impact Assessments. Designing and managing air quality and other types of surveys, health and safety risk management, and client and stakeholder engagement. Leading air quality, dust, odour and carbon emission assessments for a range of infrastructure projects, including interpreting and reporting the results. Identifying solutions for mitigating effects of air pollution and carbon emissions. Preparing and delivering air quality reports, presentations and guidance which provide specialist technical opinions and advice. Managing bid teams and business development activities to secure work for yourself and the team. Working as part of a wider team of professionals across the business, to provide an integrated service to clients. Managing your own workload and that of others within defined budgets and programmes. Continuous professional development of technical and digital skills for yourself and others in the team. About you Hold a higher degree qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific subject. Knowledge of a range of air pollution and carbon issues including relevant legislation, policies and standards applicable in the UK. Expertise in relevant areas of environmental science, atmospheric science, meteorology, air quality management, monitoring and/or modelling. Proficient in standard IT applications, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Powerpoint. Knowledge and experience of analysing and interpreting data using GIS. Experience of using statistical analysis packages and/or computer programming language and/or other digital tools would be an advantage. Pride in delivering technically excellent work, with high reporting standards and embracing innovative approaches to assessment. Experience of liaising with and managing relationships with regulators, stakeholders, contractors and/or suppliers. Prior experience of working in air quality consultancy or a job with similar types of responsibilities. Experience of leading technical inputs to planning consultations or inquiries is desirable, but not essential. Understanding of the interrelationships with other environmental and engineering specialisms. Be a full member of a relevant professional body; being Chartered is advantageous. Rewards & benefits Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. Be rewarded. Find out more. 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. Find out more. Additional information Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage. #LI-UKI Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis , we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.