Consultant I

American Bureau of Shipping; Warrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global risk management consulting firm in Warrington seeks a Consultant. The role involves delivering project support, maintaining client relationships, and assisting with project management tasks. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to identifying business opportunities. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing innovative solutions and ensuring operational safety in various industries.

Qualifications

• Must have experience ideally in renewable energy-related activities.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and multitask.
• Must be a UK National or have legal right to remain.

Responsibilities

• Work on project tasks under supervision to ensure quality services.
• Assist project manager in defining project tasks and developing schedules.
• Maintain relationships with Clients and identify business opportunities.
• Prepare documents, reports, and presentations for Clients.
• Participate in client and project team meetings.

Skills

Strong written communication

Verbal communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Critical thinking

Proficiency in MS Word

Proficiency in MS Excel

Proficiency in MS PowerPoint

Knowledge of Google Maps KML

AI model programming knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Geography, Earth Sciences or Environmental Science

Job description

The consultant will work on the successful delivery of projects for Clients as a member of project teams within a market program. This includes providing support to the Project Manager with initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling and closing projects. As part of a project team, the consultant will maintain relationships with Clients and key decision makers to help identify follow‑on business opportunities and maintain customer intelligence.

What You Will Do :

• Work on project tasks with other team members under the supervision of a task lead and / or a project manager to ensure quality services are delivered on schedule and within available budget to meet customer requirements.
• Assist project manager with defining and sequencing project tasks, estimating task duration and developing a project schedule as part of developing a project management plan.
• Review project management plans to understand the scope, schedule and assigned work authorization.
• Planning and scheduling client meetings.
• Participating in client and project team meetings.
• Assist with research and data analysis, to include but not limited to assisting with conducting customer or stakeholder analyses.
• Prepare written documents, reports, and presentations.
• Develop conclusions and recommendations, write reports, and assist with client presentations.
• Assisting with giving oral presentations to Clients.
• Tracking and reporting hours spent executing projects.
• Work with individuals at all levels, provide input to reports and other deliverables, execute multiple assignments, meet agreed deadlines, and adjust to changing client demands.
• Performance quality assurance on project deliverables.
• Develop relationships with existing customers to facilitate development of new business.
• Meeting with new and existing Clients to listen to their needs.
• Communicating client needs to project managers and supervisors.
• Identify new business opportunities with existing customers for current and / or additional services.
• Participate in marketing activities, conference presentations, technical whitepapers.
• Participate in proposal development including writing proposals, estimating level of effort.
• Learn, understand and be conversant in ABS Group products and services.
• Review published reports and news articles about existing and potential new Clients to identify customer intelligence.
• Networking to meet new potential Clients.

What You Will Need :

Education and Experience

• Years of professional / work experience preferred.
• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience ideally in subjects related to Geography, Earth Sciences or Environmental Science. Interest in renewable energy related activities, including research into emerging markets preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to gain knowledge of ABS Group products and services.
• Strong written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Perform research and provide analysis on research performed.
• Gather and analyze data effectively.
• Apply critical thinking to a wide variety of complex problems.
• Working knowledge of Google Maps KML file coding and ability to use AI models for programming and LLM related activities.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and multitask in a busy consultancy business environment.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Ability to gain working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Management Systems.
• Must be a UK National, or with legal right to remain.

Reporting Relationships :

Reports to a Manager, Director or Executive level position.

Working Conditions :

Work is primarily sedentary; exerting up to pounds of force occasionally and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

ABS Consulting :

An independent subsidiary of the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), leverages ABS's extensive expertise in marine and offshore classification to deliver comprehensive risk management, safety, and compliance solutions across a broad range of industries. As a global leader in Risk and Safety consulting, ABS Consulting is dedicated to helping organizations predict, prioritize, and mitigate risks in an increasingly complex world. With deep experience in sectors such as Energy, Manufacturing, Government, and Marine, the company partners closely with clients to develop innovative solutions that enhance operational safety, improve performance, and foster resilience. By combining advanced analytics, technical expertise, and regulatory insights, ABS Consulting serves as a trusted advisor, guiding businesses through challenges, ensuring compliance, and supporting sustainable growth. Joining ABS Consulting means becoming part of a dynamic team committed to making the world safer and more reliable, while providing opportunities to build your skills in a collaborative and forward-thinking workplace.