Senior Air Quality Consultant

Senior Air Quality Consultant - Derbyshire Area
Location: Derbyshire (flexible/hybrid working available)
Salary: Competitive + benefits

An established and highly respected environmental and engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Air Quality Consultant to join its growing team in the Derbyshire area. As a Senior Air Quality Consultant, you will be joining a business with nearly three decades of experience delivering innovative, high-quality solutions across the UK construction sector, now expanding its specialist air quality services.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Air Quality Consultant to play a key role in the continued growth of a dynamic and collaborative team, working on a diverse portfolio of projects for developers, contractors, and local authorities.

The Role

As a Senior Air Quality Consultant, you will lead and contribute to a wide range of air quality projects, supporting developments from early feasibility through to planning, permitting, and beyond. The role offers the chance to influence project outcomes, mentor junior staff, and help shape the future direction of the air quality team.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and delivering Air Quality Assessments for planning applications
• Undertaking Atmospheric Dispersion Modelling and interpreting results
• Completing Stack Height Assessments and Odour Assessments
• Preparing Environmental Statement chapters and technical reports
• Supporting Environmental Permitting applications
• Delivering BREEAM Indoor Air Quality Plans
• Assessing impacts on sensitive ecological sites
• Overseeing dust and PM10 monitoring (passive and real-time)
• Engaging with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to team development

About You

• Proven experience in air quality consultancy (consultancy background preferred)
• Strong technical knowledge of UK air quality guidance and legislation
• Experience with dispersion modelling software (e.g. ADMS, AERMOD)
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and client relationships
• A proactive, flexible, and solutions-focused approach

Why Join?

• Be part of a growing, forward-thinking team with strong leadership and support
• Work on a broad range of high-profile and technically challenging projects
• Opportunity to influence and expand service offerings
• Supportive environment focused on professional development
• Competitive salary and benefits package

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Air Quality Consultant looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and expanding consultancy environment.

Interested?
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:
Amir Gharaati
Penguin Recruitment