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Principal EIA Consultant

  • Division: Engineering
  • Contact Email: gillian.nicholson@collinsmcnicholas.ie
  • Job Ref: 23539

We’re working with a dynamic, fast-growing environmental consultancy that’s renowned for delivering technical excellence they have a strong portfolio of clients across renewable energy, food & drink, EPA-licensed industries, construction, and more. Due to continuous growth we have a new opening for a Principal EIA Consultant to join them.

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive salary

  • Performance-based bonus

  • 5% company pension (after 6 months)

  • Hybrid work model: 2 days per week in either Meath or Galway office

  • Mentorship from Environmental and Managing Directors

  • Real autonomy to deliver projects your way

  • Clear pathway to leadership for the right candidate

About the Role:

You'll be the driving force behind complex EIA projects, leading multi-disciplinary teams and delivering high-quality reports for planning applications in sectors like onshore/offshore wind, solar, battery storage, anaerobic digestion, and the food & drink industry.

This is a senior-level role where your insight, initiative, and communication skills will shine as you build meaningful client relationships and guide them through the EIA and planning process.

Your Background:

  • 5-10+ years’ experience in EIA & planning (Ireland)

  • A degree or master’s in Environmental Science or related discipline

  • Proven track record managing EIARs and planning submissions

  • Commercially minded and people-focused

  • Excellent written and verbal communication

  • Full clean driving licence

You’ll thrive here if you:

  • Take ownership and pride in your work

  • Bring solutions, not just problems

  • Enjoy autonomy, flexibility, and collaboration

  • Want to be part of a company where humour and high standards go hand in hand

Their Clients Include:

  • Major renewable energy developers

  • Global food & beverage leaders

  • Top-tier construction & pharmaceutical firms

  • International insurance companies

For a confidential discussion about the role of Principal EIA Consultant, please contact Gillian Nicholson 

gillian.nicholson@collinsmcnicholas.ie 

01 6620088