Associate Environmental Consultant - Multidisciplinary Consultancy - Southampton Location: Southampton, Hampshire Sector: Environmental Consultancy Planning and Development Type: Full-time Permanent Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 (DOE) + Comprehensive Benefits A leading UK multidisciplinary consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Associate Environmental Consultant to join their expanding Environmental Planning team in Southampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior role within a business known for delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions across infrastructure, development, energy, and regeneration projects nationwide. The Role: As an Associate Consultant, you''ll take a strategic lead on environmental planning and EIA projects, managing client relationships and project delivery from inception through to submission and approval. You''ll work closely with internal planning, transport, ecology, and engineering teams to provide robust, integrated environmental advice. Key Responsibilities: Lead and coordinate Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for major development and infrastructure projects Provide expert environmental planning advice to both private and public sector clients Support the preparation of Environmental Statements and technical assessments Manage multidisciplinary project teams and mentor junior staff Oversee client engagement, project finances, and quality assurance About You: Degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Geogra