Senior Environmental Consultant

Arup; Bogotá; Hybrid; COP 120,000,000 - 210,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share

Flexible working

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Arup in Bogotá, Colombia seeks a Senior Environmental Consultant to lead EIA scopes and ensure compliance with international E&S standards across projects in Colombia and the Americas West + LATAM. You will collaborate with global teams and contribute to sustainable infrastructure through expertise in ESIA/ESMP/ESMS and stakeholder engagement.

The role requires guiding junior staff, mentoring, and supporting business development initiatives while delivering high-quality environmental outcomes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related environmental consulting profession.
• Minimum 6 years of professional experience leading Environmental Impact Assessments in Toll Road/Concessioned projects in Colombia.
• Experience with multilateral agencies IFC, IDB, CAF etc.
• Experience in developing, reviewing or implementing ESIA/ESMP/ESMS.
• Experience managing environmental and social impacts and risks in line with international standards (IFC, Equator Principles) on construction sites or operational assets.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation and communication skills in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Environmental Impact Assessment consultancy scopes with local permitting requirements while applying international E&S standards.
• Produce and review reports related to E&S Due Diligence and monitoring in Colombia and Latin America.
• Consult with local regulatory agencies on scope and impact of projects.
• Attend client meetings to address environmental issues.
• Project lead and meet client expectations, manage collaborators, deliver quality outcomes.
• Coordinate site visits and manage partners (clients, communities, etc.).
• Support business development by assisting in responding to RFPs and speaking at industry conferences.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering or environmental science

Master’s degree in Environmental Management

Job description

Joining Arup Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

The Senior Environmental Consultant will be with the Sustainable Investment Advisory (SIA) team in Bogotá, Colombia, providing environmentally sensitive and sustainable solutions to unique engineering challenges. The role will work to support project delivery and continue developing and growing the business in Colombia and the Americas West + LATAM Geography, and work in close collaboration with the Business and Investment Advisory team in San Francisco, New York and the Americas Region. The Senior Environmental Consultant will be involved with our Global Lenders’ Environmental and Social Advisory (LESA) practice. The SIA advisory team is a center of excellence at Arup, supporting the acceleration of sustainable, resilient, and inclusive investments, securing access to sustainable infrastructure. This position will be part of Arup’s global multi-disciplinary Advisory team characterized by deep sustainability expertise. We apply international sustainability frameworks to address our client’s burning questions and develop inventive, creative, and practical solutions that finally will allow society to thrive and deliver more sustainable infrastructure.

The Opportunity

• Lead the Environmental Impact Assessment consultancy scopes with all local permitting requirements (MinAmbiente, ANLA, ANI, CARs, etc.) while applying international environmental and social (E&S) standards, particularly those related to Equator Principles-IV and IFC Performance Standards (PS) 1 and 3, as well as, focusing on E&S risks and impacts, pollution prevention, knowing the interactions with biodiversity and H&S (health and safety) standards. Integrate knowledge and deliverables together with the Social and Biodiversity teams for a main outcome.
• Produce, and review reports related to E&S Due Diligence and monitoring processes in Colombia and Latin America.
• Consult with local regulatory agencies on scope and impact of projects when vital.
• Attend meetings with clients to address their needs and discuss environmental issues.
• Project lead and meet client expectations, handle collaborators, deliver quality outcomes.
• Conduct and coordinate site visits, while handling partners (client, communities, etc.)
• Support business development efforts by assisting in responding to RFPs, identifying potential opportunities with client organizations, participating in and speaking at industry conferences, and staying informed about market trends.
• Curiosity about leading and mentoring teams, and guiding interns and/or junior staff on deliverables.

The Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related environmental consulting profession required.
• Minimum 6 years of professional experience in infrastructure projects leading Environmental Impact Assessments in Toll Road/Concessioned projects in Colombia.
• Experience working with multilateral agencies IFC, IDB, CAF etc. required.
• Experience in developing, reviewing or implementing Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs), Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs), Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMS).
• Experience managing environmental and social impacts and risks in line with international standards (IFC, Equator Principles etc.) on construction sites or operational assets.
• Must possess excellent written, verbal, presentation and communication skills with colleagues and clients of all levels in English and Spanish.

Preferred

• Masters in Environmental Management or related field.
• Experience in other sustainability/ESG frameworks, sustainable finance.
• Experience in other linear infrastructure projects such as energy, rail, as well as road & streets, water, education, health.
• Experience developing business, preparing proposals etc.
• Line management experience.
• PMI accreditation.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

What We Offer You

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits at Work

At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm.

Flexible Working

We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

Our Application Process

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

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