Principal Air Quality Consultant
This is an exciting opportunity to apply your technical expertise and client-focused approach across a diverse portfolio of projects for both public and private sector clients. You’ll collaborate with like-minded professionals across the UK and play an active role helping to shape a dynamic and growing team.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
- Lead the delivery of high-quality air quality assessments for planning and permitting.
- Manage air quality input on complex and multidisciplinary projects.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
- Undertake detailed modelling, monitoring, and analysis using industry-standard tools.
- Provide technical review and quality assurance of team outputs.
- Support bid writing and fee proposals, contributing to the development of new opportunities.
- Advise on mitigation strategies and compliance with relevant guidance and legislation.
- Mentor and support junior team members to build capability and confidence.
- Contribute to the growth of the Air Quality team through innovation and business development.
- Support the integration of air quality expertise with other environmental and engineering services.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- A degree in Air Quality Management, Environmental Science, or a related subject.
- 8 or more years’ experience in consultancy, with a track record of leading air quality projects.
- Strong technical knowledge of UK legislation, IAQM/EPUK guidance, and best practice.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent client-facing skills, with experience in developing new opportunities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality, clear, and concise reports.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
WHAT WILL HELP YOU STAND OUT
- Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) or Member/Fellow of Institute of Air Quality Management (IAQM).
- Experience in business development and securing new workstreams.
- A working knowledge of social and digital media channels with a view to using these to promote not only your work but also the business.
- Familiarity with emerging trends in air quality, such as net zero and climate adaptation.
- Experience delivering CPD or training to internal teams or external audiences.
WHY JOIN CREATE?
- A competitive salary (based on experience and location) and performance-based bonus scheme.
- Flexible working arrangements – our guiding principle is simple: if a flexible working arrangement works for you, your manager, and your team, it works for us.
- Pet-friendly offices – well-behaved dogs are always welcome.
- Enhanced workplace pension – company makes a 5% contribution.
- Flexible holiday allowance (buy or sell annual leave).
- Role-related benefits such as a mobile phone and access to a vehicle.
- Two paid professional memberships per year.
- Octopus EV salary sacrifice scheme.
- Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme.
- Season ticket loan.
- Clear progression pathways and leadership development.
- Mentoring, CPD and knowledge-sharing events.
- A collaborative, diverse, and inclusive workplace culture.
HOW WE DEFINE OUR ROLES
The years of experience outlined below are indicative and serve as a guide. Progression at Create is based not only on time in role but also on technical ability, leadership, and the value you bring to projects, clients, and the wider team.
Graduate – 0-2 years’ experience with a relevant degree.
Engineer / Consultant / Technician – 2-5 years’ experience in the role or similar with some technical expertise and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
Senior Engineer / Consultant / Technician – 5-8 years’ experience in the role or similar with a developing set of skills, clearly identifiable technical expertise and direct experience of managing projects, coordinating with clients and supporting other team members.
Principal Engineer / Consultant / Technician – 8 or more years’ experience in the role or similar with a robust set of skills, proven technical expertise and an ability to lead projects, coordinate with clients and support other team members.
Associate Director – 10–15 years’ experience in the role with recognised technical expertise, the ability to lead multiple large projects, coordinate with clients, support and develop other team members and secure future workstreams/projects for the discipline.
Technical Director – 15 or more years’ experience in the role with recognised technical expertise and authority within the industry. Capable of defining discipline strategy, driving innovation, and ensuring technical excellence across all projects. Proven ability to lead multiple large-scale or complex schemes, whilst developing and sustaining long-term client relationships, and actively contributing to business growth.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVITY
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including underrepresented groups in our industry, and from ex-armed forces personnel looking to bring their skills and experience into a new career.
If you have specific requirements or need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know – we’ll do everything we can to accommodate you.
A NOTE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES
We prefer to hire directly. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies. We recognise the role recruitment agencies play in our industry and we have a preferred list of suppliers for some specific roles. Agency fees will only be paid where terms have been agreed in advance with our Managing Director. Unsolicited CVs will not be eligible for fees.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role(s) listed above.
READY TO APPLY?
Use the button below to submit your CV and a covering letter telling us why you’re the right fit for this role.
You’re also welcome to include any supporting information – such as example reports or project case studies – that you feel will help us in shortlisting your application.