Job Description

Are you passionate about finding solutions to environmental, socio-economic and sustainability issues? Are you a skilled EIA specialist and project manager? Do you want to work for one of the most sustainable companies in the world? If so, we would love to hear from you!


Our growing Environmental Planning team is seeking a talented Senior Environmental Planner to join our team. You could be based across various locations in the UK (primarily London, Reading, Bristol, Taunton, Edinburgh or Brighton) but we are open to considering other Stantec office locations providing you are within commutable distance. At Stantec, with every community we redefine what is possible. In addition to helping solve some of the key challenges around unlocking the delivery of housing and infrastructure projects, you will join us in working on innovative projects in renewable energy (solar, battery storage and energy networks) and decarbonisation (carbon capture storage, transport and technology). You will also be contributing to building the nations resilience to climate change and improving water quality through the delivery of various water projects. You will have the opportunity to work within a range of planning regimes (including NSIP / DCO and TCPA) helping our clients efficiently meet their objectives in a safe, environmentally, and socially sustainable manner.

About you

You'll be a great fit if you have:


A relevant degree and full membership of a relevant professional institution. Experience in environmental consultancy or a relevant industry sector. Expertise in environmental impact assessments (EIAs) across various project types (real estate, energy, water, infrastructure). Strong understanding of the UK planning system (Town & Country Planning and DCO regimes). Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. A passion for sustainability and a desire to make a positive impact.

Why join us?

People culture: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed. Award winning workplace: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named 'Best Place to Work' and 'International Consulting Firm of the Year' at the NCE Awards 2024. Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK & Ireland - we want you to be part of it! Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more. Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working. Professional development: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions.
For more information contact Ruth Hoggett (Talent Acquisition Manager)


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About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.


Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.


Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.


Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply.


At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact careers.UK&I@stantec.comand we will talk to you about how we can support you.

ReqID:

7511