Senior Environmental Consultant

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Spain
Understanding environmental feasibility
Arup's purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We have been present in Spain since 1993 and we have a team of more than 420 engineers, consultants, and qualified technical personnel. We work for clients from the public and private sectors, providing creative and sustainable solutions based on the efficient use of resources.

Shaped by our engineering heritage and informed by our wide range of complementary technical skills, we offer rigorous environmental assessments and management practice to inform and communicate a clear understanding of the environmental issues and opportunities.

The Opportunity
This is your chance to support our environment local team in Madrid, as well as contributing to the successful delivery of projects across Europe.

As a Senior Environmental Consultant At Arup, You Will

• Participate in the processing of the environmental permitting and due diligence in Spain.
• Prepare documentation for environmental planning and permitting (SEA, EIA, IEA,).
• Support environmental project's strategy definition.
• Provide environmental inputs to design projects.
• Support the business leaders to secure a strong pipeline of work in Spain.

Does this role inspire you?
We Are Looking For Someone Proactive And Dynamic With a Great Interest In Growing And Developing Their Career In The Environmental Consulting Field. Ideally, You'll Bring

• A degree qualified in a relevant discipline such as Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Forest Engineering, Ecology or equivalent qualification.
• 6-10 years of experience in the Spanish environmental planning and permitting regulatory framework, requirements and stakeholders, private and public.
• Experience in the development and processing of environmental permitting procedures: Environmental Authorisation ( Autorización Ambiental Integrada ): Strategic Environmental assessment (Evaluación Ambiental Estratégica - EAE ) and Environmental Impact assessment (Estudios de Impacto Ambiental - EIA) and) of projects in Spain.
• A Collaborative and team-player approach for working closely with our urban planning, design and engineering colleagues.
• Fluent written and spoken skills in English and Spanish

Conditions

• Immediate incorporation

How to apply for this vacancy?
To apply for this vacancy, register your updated CV and a cover letter in English.

Why Arup?
At Arup, we offer a rewarding career with a global company committed to a better future. Our unique trust ownership structure allows us to prioritize meaningful work and invest in our people. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits That Work For You

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid working model and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Well-being and Culture: Access to a range of well-being programs, including sports subsidies, social activities, and initiatives promoting a healthy work-life balance. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

Arup is recognized as one of the best companies to work for in Spain in 2025 by Actualidad Económica and Forbes magazine, thanks to our flexibility policies. We also adhere to the Code of Principles of Generational Diversity, committing to equal opportunities regardless of age.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning—to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact We're here to support you.

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?