Job Title: Environmental Assessment Manager (Contract)
Location: Flexible - role can be based from London, Salford, Aberdeen, Birmingham, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, or home-based
Contract Length: 13 October 2025 - 15 January 2026
IR35: Inside IR35
Rate: £350 - £450 per day
Overview
We are working with a central government department that requires an experienced Environmental Assessment Manager to join their operational delivery team. The successful candidate will provide evidence-based environmental advice to inform Ministerial decisions on nationally significant energy infrastructure projects under the Planning Act 2008. These projects may include both onshore and offshore developments, with a particular focus on offshore wind and solar.
Key Responsibilities
Provide technical environmental advice to support planning decisions on major energy projects.
Review, interpret and respond to Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRAs) and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs).
Assess complex environmental data and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders.
Contribute expertise on issues relating to offshore wind, solar and wider nationally significant infrastructure projects.
Essential Requirements
Undergraduate degree in Environmental Sciences or a closely related field.
Proven experience in writing, reviewing or responding to HRAs and EIAs.
Strong ability to interpret complex environmental information and provide clear recommendations.
Desirable
Background or interest in technical environmental specialisms such as: landscape & visual assessment, land quality, water, noise, air quality, or human health.
Membership of a relevant professional body.
Additional Information
This is an office-based or home-working contract with flexibility to be located in London, Salford, Aberdeen, Birmingham, Cardiff, Darlington or Edinburgh.
Standard working week of 37 hours.
For more information get in touch with Daniel Cordy at TEC Partners or apply with an updated version of your CV.
