ESG And Climate Change Consultant

Alpin Limited; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpin Limited, based in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, hires a seasoned sustainability professional to lead the Climate Change & Policy initiatives within an international consultancy. You will oversee policy implementation, manage multidisciplinary teams, and drive client-facing engagements on climate strategy and reporting across energy, carbon, water, and waste domains.

The role emphasizes leadership, policy development, and communication with stakeholders, with opportunities for regional travel and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in sustainability consultancy.
• Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or related field.
• Excellent English (spoken and written), additional French/Arabic preferred.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
• UAE experience and driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation and documentation of sustainability policies.
• Coordinate schedules, resources, tasks, and quality for projects.
• Ensure reporting for stakeholders per applicable frameworks.
• Engage with clients and project teams as main focal point.
• Develop strategies for energy, carbon, water, and waste management.
• Prepare technical presentations and white papers.

Skills

5+ years exp

Strong English

Interpersonal skills

Project management

UAE experience

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Env Sci/Engineering

Tools

PMP

MS Office

Carbon accounting tools

Job description

Job Description:

Ref No. JD-098 Rev2

Candidate shall be assigned to oversee an internationally based integrated consultancy and advisory team.

Company:

Alpin Limited is a leading sustainability consultant in the Middle East, with its global headquarters in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi-the worlds first sustainable city. Were on a mission to transform the built environment by providing innovative commissioning, sustainability, and climate change solutions. As a company, we are committed to thought leadership and making a tangible difference in the world. We pride ourselves on having a diverse, multicultural team of experts who are passionate about creating a more sustainable future. At Alpin, youll be part of a dynamic, "young-at-heart" culture that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

please visit www.alpinme.com

Reports Directly to:

Head of Climate Change & Policy

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Member of Climate Change & Policies team.
• Manage implementation and documentation of sustainability policies.
• Manage schedules, resourcing, tasks, and quality control for projects.
• Ensure all required reporting for internal and external stakeholders is completed according to applicable frameworks.
• Track and manage the project team’s compliance with applicable policies, standards, and strategies.
• Act as main focal point of contact with clients and project teams.
• Participate in development, update, enhancement, and implementation of Climate Change & Sustainability Policies.
• Apply project management principles: scheduling, resource leveling, effective meetings, client relations.
• Develop technical strategies for energy, carbon, water, and waste management, mitigation, reduction, and neutrality.
• Prepare and deliver technical and promotional presentations.
• Deliver White Papers as required by line managers.
• Support the company in its rapid growth plans.
• Conduct product and technology research.
• Contribute to regional publications, lectures, teaching assignments, speaking engagements, and webinars/seminars.
• Maintain internal KPIs and strive for continuous personal development.
• Open for secondment roles.
• Capable of business travel.

HSE Responsibilities:

• Follow ALPIN’s Integrated Management System and contribute to minimizing individual environmental impact.
• Act within legal responsibilities and comply with the Company’s Quality, Environment, and HSE policies.

Core Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years of relevant experience (essential)
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or related field
• Strong English (very strong written & spoken)
• Preferred additional language: French, Arabic
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with clients and consultants
• High emotional and social intelligence
• Experience managing multidisciplinary project teams
• Background in built environment sector
• Working knowledge of MEP, construction management, and design
• Experience on at least 5 sustainability consultancy projects
• Knowledge of current climate change issues, protocols, and carbon accounting (GHG Protocol)
• Familiar with net zero strategies and associated standards
• Knowledge of current sustainability standards: LEED, Al Sa’fat, Estidama, Mostadam, BREEAM
• Preferred or commitment to achieve LEED AP, Estidama, BREEAM, or other relevant certifications
• UAE experience
• Excellent planning, organizational, and self-management skills
• Strong communication skills (written, electronic, spoken)
• Hands-on engineering and project management skills (PMP preferred)
• UAE driver’s license and personal transportation
• Passport for regional travel

Key Experience:

• GHG Assessment Experience: Conducted GHG emissions assessments or carbon footprint studies; experience supporting or developing net zero strategies; familiarity with Scope 1, 2, 3, SBTi, and Science-Based Targets
• ESG Advisory & Reporting Experience: Worked on ESG strategies, materiality assessments, or sustainability reporting (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD)
• Climate Risk Assessment: Contributed to or conducted climate risk or vulnerability assessments
• Green Building / Sustainable Design Knowledge: Familiarity with LEED, BREEAM, or other sustainable building certifications
• Analytical & Modelling Skills: Experience using carbon accounting tools or modelling platforms (Excel-based tools, OpenLCA, OneClick LCA)

Requirements: