Principal Environmental Consultant

Job Title: Principal Environmental Consultant

Location: Warrington, Cheshire (Hybrid Working Available)

Compensation: Attractive Salary Benefits

Role Type: Full Time, Permanent

Role ID: SF69470

Lead the Future of Nuclear Waste Management

We are supporting a leading client within the nuclear and environmental sector in their search for a highly experienced Principal Environmental Consultant. This is a senior strategic role based in Warrington, offering the opportunity to influence national energy security, shape best‑practice environmental solutions, and lead high‑impact consultancy projects.

Role Overview

As a Principal Environmental Consultant, you will apply your technical authority to solve complex challenges, lead integrated waste management strategies, and support the long‑term environmental objectives of major nuclear programmes.

You will take the lead on strategy, innovation, stakeholder engagement, and team development, playing a key role in the continued growth and success of the consultancy function.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high‑level technical direction across environmental and waste management workstreams.
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members at varying levels of experience.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and clients.
• Drive consultancy growth in alignment with organisational strategy.
• Lead on the development and implementation of integrated waste management strategies.
• Provide authoritative input to resolve complex technical and regulatory issues.
• Produce detailed technical documentation, reports, and presentations.

 

Essential Experience
The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience within the nuclear industry, demonstrating:

• Deep applied knowledge across areas such as nuclear decommissioning, site restoration, spent fuel management, and environmental planning.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver waste management strategies.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with regulators, clients, and senior decision-makers.
• Leadership experience, including people and project management.
• Consultancy background with strong understanding of industry best practice and technical governance.

 

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Science (or equivalent).
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer/Scientist status (essential).
• Additional certifications in nuclear safety or waste management (advantageous).

 

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Check (SC) clearance.

More information can be found at:

UK Security Vetting – Clearance Levels:
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/united-kingdom-security-vetting

 

 
About NRL
The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.
 
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