EDP is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy providing expert risk management, compliance, and technical services across the UK. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Principal Asbestos Consultant to take a senior role, supporting both regional delivery and national client frameworks.
This is a varied and influential position, combining technical expertise, leadership, client engagement, and commercial responsibility. You will work within UKAS-accredited systems, supporting public and private sector clients while helping to develop people, processes, and performance.
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 + overtime, travel & subsistence
Location: Yorkshire and surrounding areas
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Responsibilities
- Leading and supporting regional teams to ensure quality, compliance, and safe delivery
- Managing and overseeing client contracts, maintaining strong working relationships
- Delivering and overseeing complex asbestos projects from quotation through to completion
- Providing high-level technical consultancy and report authorisation
- Supporting financial performance, forecasting, and invoicing
- Line managing, mentoring, and developing team members
- Supporting quality assurance activities and advising clients on regulatory requirements
About You
You’ll be an experienced, service-driven asbestos professional with strong technical credibility and the confidence to lead people, projects, and client relationships.
Essential Requirements
- P402, P403 & P404 (or equivalent)
- W/M504 / P405
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience within UKAS-accredited organisations
- Experience managing large, complex frameworks and standalone projects
- Strong consultancy and client-facing capability
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Proficient in MS Office and relevant digital tools
- Full manual UK driving licence
Desirable
- CoCA qualification or working towards it
Working Arrangements
This role requires flexibility, including travel across the Midlands and surrounding areas, with occasional weekend or out-of-hours work to meet client needs.
- Approved overtime paid
- Travel and subsistence expenses covered
Why Join EDP?
EDP offers the opportunity to work on high-profile, technically challenging projects within a supportive and professional environment. You’ll be trusted to lead, influence, and shape outcomes while continuing to develop your career at a senior level.
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