Global ESIA Lead and Strategic Environmental Advisor

SLR Consulting; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

SLR is seeking an experienced Principal ESIA Consultant to lead and manage Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) projects across the Middle East, Africa and wider international markets. The role requires a strong technical background, excellent project management skills and the ability to lead project teams, engage with clients and regulators, and deliver high‑quality environmental and social advisory services.

While GCC experience is preferred, it is not essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in environmental consulting or ESIA advisory.
• Proven experience delivering ESIA projects to IFC/Equator Principles/World Bank standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary ESIA projects from inception to completion.
• Act as Project Director or Technical Lead with QA and mentoring of teams.
• Coordinate specialist teams across biodiversity, air quality, water, climate, and engineering.
• Oversee ESIA reports, management plans and regulatory approvals across jurisdictions.
• Drive business development and client engagement while maintaining high quality.
• Travel across the Middle East, Africa and internationally as required.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client engagement

Report writing

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in Environmental Science or related discipline

Job description

SLR is seeking an experienced Principal ESIA Consultant to lead and manage Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) projects across the Middle East, Africa and wider international markets. The role requires a strong technical background, excellent project management skills and the ability to lead project teams, engage with clients and regulators, and deliver high‑quality environmental and social advisory services.

While GCC experience is preferred, it is not essential.