Technical Director of EIA for Solar & Battery Projects - Remote

Overview

AECOM is seeking a Technical Director of EIA to lead environmental inputs for renewables and net zero projects, focusing on solar energy and battery storage.

In Short

• Lead multidisciplinary environmental inputs for solar and battery projects.
• Manage and oversee Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs).
• Engage with clients and stakeholders effectively.
• Support staff development and mentoring.
• Direct the preparation of environmental assessments and reports.
• Collaborate with design teams to mitigate environmental impacts.
• Explore business opportunities and develop proposals.
• Work on large-scale Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs).
• Flexible office locations available across the UK.
• Opportunities for part-time or full-time positions.

Requirements

• Experience in leading consultancy services and EIA processes.
• Excellent verbal and report writing skills.
• Project management skills including budget management.
• A degree in a relevant environmental discipline.
• Understanding of consenting and licensing regimes.
• Confidence in stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Experience with DCO consenting regimes is a bonus.
• Interest in solar and renewable energy projects.

Benefits

• Flexible work options including remote work.
• Career development opportunities.
• Access to technical practice networks.
• Volunteering days.
• Personalized benefits to support well-being.