Senior Consultant (Urban Planning & Environment applications)

Job Description

The GEC model is well embedded in Arcadis, and the strong relationships that exist between our global offices are truly unique. To manage or steward Planning, Evaluation Assessment & Management (PEAM) project teams in data collection, collation and critical interpretation of scientific or technical datasets, along with documentation of the findings in a format appropriate to the end users To support the development of successul client outcomes through service excellence across multiple capability areas aligned to Arcadis values To cultivate insights and solutions, and innovate our service offering with clients and within Arcadis To positively lead and engage with the SHE agenda and to embrace diversity, inclusion and well-being in the working environment To Manage and grow day to day activitis and project management within PEAM team. Working Relationships & Contacts Project Team Members: To pro-actively understand outcomes and expectations for routine projects to inform their effective design and delivery Client: Development of relationships with Client Team Members to be able to understand and respond to their needs and drivers Line Manager: Proactive dialogue with line manager that encompasses wellbeing and personal development. Inform of resourcing availability plus project aspirations aligned to career pathway Peers: Development of personal network within Arcadis and external to the company, to support continued professional development and share learning Team Development: Provides constructive feedback to members of project teams, to develop their technical and professional behaviours - to take on mentoring role as appropriate Role accountabilities: Plan assigned project work and allocate work to ensure timely delivery and effective utilisation of resources Work collaboratively with other sectors/disciplines to ensure the integrity of the overall design or solution Monitor the performance of team members and subcontractors, identifying and ensuring the resolution of any issues Review and quality-assure project outputs (e.g. documentation, reports, specifications) to ensure that they meet or exceed client expectations and Arcadis requirements and comply with national standards and codes of practice Develop effective working relationships with the Project Director or Manager and with the client and ensure effective communication of progress and changes and the resolution of issues Coach, guide and provide technical advice to junior team members, to support them in their delivery on the project and in their professional development Develop and maintain a good understanding of the services delivered by Arcadis, of the clients business and the industry sector to facilitate personal networking and to consolidate personal and company credibility in the industry Qualifications & Experience: Masters degree or equivalent in Urban Planning/ Design / Environmental Engineering Competent in scientific and/or engineering skills relevant to area of work and basic knowledge of related disciplines Substantial progress made toward achieving Chartered status or equivalent professional accreditation Knowledge & Experience Advanced knowledge of the EIA, Town planning lesignaltions in UK. Proven track record of multiple DCO submissions, EIA reporting, managing key projects in UK. Advanced proficiency with relevant desktop applications Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Excellent time management skills Effective technical, project management, client relationship management and commercial skills Overall, 8-12 years with core experience in Town planning applications and environmental impact assessments of UK