Managing Consultant - ESG Due Diligence and EHS Compliance

Environmental Resources Management, Inc.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM Environmental Resources Management is seeking an experienced Managing Consultant to join our ESG due diligence and EHS compliance practice in Australia.

You will lead technical reports, audit sites as the lead assessor, manage project teams, and build strong client relationships across a portfolio of ESG consulting for M&A and sustainable operations. Travel within Australia and internationally is expected; we offer a collaborative culture and opportunities to lead high‑impact engagements.

Qualifications

• Degree in science, engineering or environmental management (or equivalent).
• Proven track record in ESG/Sustainability consulting.
• Strong ESG due diligence and/or EHS compliance experience.
• Exposure to ESG aspects of mergers & acquisitions, asset divestment or transaction advisory is desirable.
• Commercial acumen, business development and project management skills.
• Total commitment to health and safety.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including proposals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical reports.
• Audit sites as lead assessor.
• Manage project teams, coaching and mentoring staff.
• Establish relationships with clients through project delivery.
• Build a network of resources within ERM and global communities.

Skills

ESG/Sustainability consulting

Project management

Business development

Proposal writing

Communications

Education

Science/Engineering/Environmental Management degree

Job description

Managing Consultant - ESG Due Diligence and EHS Compliance

2mo ago , from ERM Environmental Resources Management

As part of the continued growth of our Mergers & Acquisitions and Sustainable Operations team, ERM has an opportunity for an experienced Managing Consultant to join our global firm, which has Sustainability at its heart.

Our clients are under increasing pressure to prioritise the environment, health, safety and social performance and reduce operational risk while remaining competitive. You will work as part of a team that helps our clients respond to these demands and turn sustainability from a necessary cost to a value creator.

You will join a national team working alongside some of Australia's leading technical experts on a portfolio of opportunities that spans ESG due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, ESG advice and services aligned to the sustainable operation of the world’s leading organisations.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Preparing technical reports;
• Auditing sites as the lead assessor;
• Managing project team(s), coaching and mentoring other staff;
• Establishing strong working relationships with clients through project delivery; and
• Building a strong network of resources by nurturing working relationships within ERM and participating in global technical communities.

ABOUT YOU:

• Degree qualified in science, engineering or environmental management (or equivalent), with EHS qualifications a bonus;
• A proven track record in ESG/Sustainability consulting;
• Strong environmental/ESG due diligence and/or EHS compliance experience;
• Exposure to ESG aspects of mergers and acquisitions, asset divestment, project finance, private equity, liability assessment and transaction advisory is desirable;
• Solid commercial acumen, business development and project management skills;
• A total commitment to health and safety;
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), with experience writing proposals;
• The ability to manage competing priorities and to work effectively under pressure and to deadlines;
• An interest in travel, both within Australia and internationally; and
• Current driving license.

At ERM our only asset is our people and we strive to provide a working environment and benefits that attract and retain top talent. We offer a competitive package, flexible working options, an energetic team atmosphere and a professional, collaborative culture.

Who We Are:

As the world’s 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 beliefs that include Together we Challenge, Expertise is our Superpower, and Impact Ignites us.

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