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Penguin Recruitment
Senior Air Quality Consultant
Chester, Cheshire
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 5 hours ago
- Salary
- 50000.00 - 400000.00 GBP Annual
- Recruiter
- Penguin Recruitment
- Closes
- 26 Dec 2025
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Senior Air Quality Consultant
Location: Chester
Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 DOE
Bring your air quality expertise to a respected environmental consultancy with a thriving Chester office. We're looking for a Senior Air Quality Consultant to lead technically robust work, support sustainable development, and help shape our growing presence across the North West and beyond.
The Opportunity
You'll take ownership of a diverse portfolio of projects-covering assessments, dispersion modelling and regulatory compliance-while working closely with developers, planners, and local authorities. This senior role combines hands-on technical delivery with client leadership, team mentoring, and business development.
What You'll Do
Lead and deliver complex air quality projects from scoping to submission.
Undertake and QA detailed dispersion modelling (ADMS/AERMOD) and technical reviews.
Produce clear, defensible reports, ES chapters, and client presentations.
Build trusted relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulators.
Mentor and develop junior colleagues within the Chester team.
Contribute to proposals, fee estimates, and wider business development.
About You
6-10 years' experience in air quality consultancy or a regulatory environment.
Proficient in ADMS and AERMOD, with strong knowledge of IAQM/EPUK guidance.
Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Geography, or related discipline.
Chartered (CEnv/IAQM) or working towards professional accreditation (preferred).
Strong communicator with proven leadership and project management skills.
Full UK driving licence.
What's on Offer
45,000- 55,000, depending on experience.
Hybrid, flexible working with regular time in the Chester office.
Generous holiday allowance and structured career progression.
A collaborative culture with a reputation for quality, innovation, and teamwork.
Ready to make your mark leading meaningful environmental projects and developing a talented team?
To apply or learn more, contact Abi King at Penguin Recruitment.
Ad ID: 5417481922
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