Coastal Zone Management Expert_ BID Position

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It has been more than 60 years since SYSTRA has garnered expertise that spans the entire spectrum of Mass Rapid Transit System. SYSTRA India's valuable presence in India roots back to 1957, where SYSTRA worked on the electrification of Indian Railways. Our technical excellence, holistic approach and the tremendous talent provides a career that puts people who join us at the heart of improving transportation and urban infrastructure efficiency.

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Context:

In India, SYSTRA is an international consulting and engineering company operating in the fields of Metros, High Speed Rail, Railways, Roads, Buildings, Urban planning, and Water Infrastructure for public and private organizations.

Our unique expertise is backed with a reputation built through technical excellence delivered on projects. Our fully integrated services are tailored to plan and manage projects using proven best practices.

SYSTRA's urban planning work is based on an integrated vision of mobility. We assess all relevant issues right from the start of project development, including current and future travel requirements, urban planning, economic and social development, and environmental protection.

SYSTRA has completed 17,000+ Square kilometer of Statutory Master Planning and 15+ City Development Plans (CDPs).

We are seeking applications for the position of Coastal Zone Management Expert for GIS based Master Plan in Andhra Pradesh.

Missions/Main Duties:

• Coastal Area Assessment and Management

• Conduct comprehensive studies of coastal zones, including the identification and mapping of sensitive areas, erosion-prone stretches, and high-risk flood/storm surge zones.

• Analyze risks related to coastal processes, storm surges, sea-level rise, and their implications for planned development in coastal urban and regional areas.
• Propose strategies for coastal protection, conservation, and sustainable land use, ensuring the safety and resilience of coastal developments.

• CRZ Regulations Compliance

• Ensure that all project deliverables and recommendations are in compliance with CRZ notifications of 1991 and 2011 issued by the Government of India.

• Advise planning teams and clients on regulatory requirements and permits for developments in coastal zones.

• Integration with Planning and Design

• Support urban/regional planners in integrating coastal management components, such as buffer zones, ecological restoration, and enhanced resilience measures, into master plans and design concepts.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (engineers, environmental scientists, GIS experts, etc.) to embed coastal management in the overall planning framework.

• Stakeholder Engagement and Capacity Building

• Liaise with government authorities, regulatory agencies, local communities, and other stakeholders to gather data, share findings, and foster project acceptance.

• Lead awareness-raising and capacity-building activities on coastal zone management for project partners and stakeholders.

• Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare detailed technical reports, impact assessments, and management plans on coastal area management.

• Provide mapping, data analysis, and technical presentations related to coastal zone management aspects of the project.

Profile/Skills:

• Degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, Oceanographic Studies, or a closely related field from an accredited college/university.
• Having 5 years of experience.
• Relevant experience in coastal area studies and management, including coastal erosion, sensitive area identification, storm surge analysis, and risk assessment.
• Good understanding and working knowledge of CRZ Regulations (1991 and 2011) of the Government of India is desirable.

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We commit to put people who join us at the heart of improving transportation and urban infrastructure efficiency. As we are growing, this is time to be a part of this challenging adventure. It's not a job - it's a career