Principal Consultant- Environment Impact Assessment

Environmental Resources Management ERM is a leading global provider of environmental health safety risk social consulting services and sustainability related services We have more than 160 offices in over 40 countries and territories employing more than 4 500 people who work on projects around the world ERM is committed to providing a service that is consistent professional and of the highest quality to create value for our clients We have worked with many of the Global Fortune 500 companies delivering innovative solutions for business and selected government clients helping them understand and manage the sustainability challenges that the world is increasingly facing For over 40 years we have been working with clients around the world and in diverse industry sectors to help them to understand and manage their environmental health safety risk and social impacts The key sectors we serve include Oil Gas Mining Power and Manufacturing Chemical and Pharmaceutical All face critical sustainability challenges and our clients in these and many other areas rely on our ability to assist them operate more sustainably which has a positive impact on our planet THE OPPORTUNITY As part of the continued growth and innovation candidate has an opportunity to join an organisation with Sustainability at its heart We are looking for an established professional who is interested in being part of this thriving global community - outstanding individual who combines strong desires around consulting and technical development - to foster and expand a network of excellent client relationships We seek talented specialists to help us drive the continued growth of ERMs business and further advancing our reputation for supporting development of some of the worlds most complex projects This is an opportunity for an individual looking to further his her career in a global environmental leader that aims to lead the field in sustainability consulting A career as an ERM Employee is unique Our model offers unparalleled opportunities for consultants with ambition vision and proven expertise providing Unique Career Growth Learning Opportunities in a Global Environment Culture of working for an organisation with Sustainability at its heart and a company that promotes environmental awareness within the community through the ERM Foundation Diversified Environmental Health and Safety Exposure across industries and locations Opportunities to be involved in collaboration across borders ERM INDIA ERM has had a presence in India since 1995 and today is the leading provider of environmental health safety risk and social consulting services in the Indian market With over 200 full time staff working out of offices in New Delhi Gurgaon Mumbai Bengaluru and Kolkata ERM has unparalleled capacity and reach in the region ERM is uniquely qualified in the Indian and South Asian region to provide advice and assistance for all phases of a companys evolution Whether its reducing risk and liability exposure associated with a transaction improving environmental health and safety performance of an operational asset or mitigating social community and reputational risks for a major capital project we can leverage our local and global networks to assemble the best team to meet your needs ERMs regulatory advisory experience in India also includes the framing of new environmental and sustainable development policies and legislation In addition to being ISO 9001 certified ERM is also accredited by NABET QCI Government of India as an Environmental Impact Assessment EIA Consultant for projects requiring Environmental Clearance from Ministry of Environment and Forests MoEF or State EIA Authorities SEIAAs for key industrial and infrastructure sector projects ERMs team of social specialists in India provide specialized advisory pertaining to social impact assessments resettlement planning and implementation human rights and social due diligence and implementation of social management systems Our team is a center of excellence for regional and global requirements on social performance services and human rights assignments ROLE PROFILE Contribute to ERMs Impact Assessment Planning service across its broad portfolio of service offerings including Environmental social health impact assessment Facility siting permitting Social and economic services Cultural heritage Contribute to leadership and management of impact assessment and related activities in support of ERM clients major capital projects and or international development projects Lead consulting engagements in the areas of impact assessments technical discipline-specific consulting and or multi-media permitting Provide technical inputs and contribute towards execution of projects as lead consultant and reviewer Also contribute towards sales through management of existing client relationship as well as development of new relations Train and manage a high-performance team serving as a leader and mentor to consultants Identify emerging talent and work with them to reach their full potential ensure rising stars are nurtured developed and given new areas of responsibility Work in a collaborative cross-functional team environment to build ERMs global business as well as to lead client and service teams Meet business financial targets overall project budget and schedule client satisfaction expectations and internal and contract requirements QUALIFICATIONS Masters in environmental science or engineering social sciences planning geography or related field 15 years of consulting experience with environmental and social impact assessment working substantially with the oil and gas power chemicals and infrastructure sectors In-depth understanding of the industry and the companies operating in these sectors including existing relationships that can be leveraged into new business Business acumen to understand business risk and challenges and recognize corporate opportunities Knowledge of widely accepted sustainability frameworks and standards as well as proven record of working with themKnowledge of modelling software Aermod WindPro SoundPlan etc is desired Demonstrable track record in delivering multi-million-dollar sales results annually including successfully winning large and strategic projects Experience in running a small medium-scaled team Prior relevant working experience in India market in particular and in emerging markets in general Desirable if the candidate has exposure to working in other South Asian countries Bangladesh Nepal Sri Lanka etc Who We Are As the worlds leading sustainability consulting firm ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide Sustainability is what we do and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business For our people our vision means attracting inspiring developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges thus creating valuable careers We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability Caring for our People Client Focus Collaboration Empowerment and Transparency ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias ERM employees or any other company location ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity age marital status or disability status