Consultant – Environmental Planner

Sigma Earth; India; Sur place; INR 600 000 - 1 000 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sigma Earth is seeking a seasoned environmental planner/engineer to join our team in India. The role emphasizes clear communication of complex technical concepts, robust GIS data interpretation, and delivering high‑quality client outcomes in dynamic projects.

Ideal candidates hold a postgraduate degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, or Environmental Science, and memberships with SocEnv bodies such as IEMA or CIEEM; international ESIA and compliance experience is highly

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, or Environmental Science from recognized institutions (e.g., SPAs, IITs, NITs, IISc).
• Membership in a SocEnv-accredited professional body such as IEMA, CIEEM, or equivalent; Chartered status is preferred.
• Strong preference for candidates with international experience (UK, Australia, or New Zealand) in stakeholder engagement, Environmental & Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), environmental approvals, consenting, and compliance processes.

Connaissances

English fluency

GIS analysis

Environmental risk mitigation

Stakeholder engagement

Professional integrity

Prioritization & resilience

Formation

Postgraduate degree in Environmental Planning/Engineering/Science

Description du poste

Required Skills & Behaviours

• Strong fluency in spoken and written English with the ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts, ideas, and recommendations to diverse audiences.
• Excellent analytical capability with experience in collecting, integrating, and interpreting data from multiple and varied sources; strong GIS expertise to translate spatial data into meaningful insights.
• Ability to identify and propose mitigation measures that reduce environmental risks while enhancing positive project outcomes.
• Proven ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external, and collaborate within geographically distributed, matrix-style teams.
• Consistently demonstrate alignment with WSP guiding principles in day-to-day work.
• Strong client-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality service and outcomes.
• Collaborative team player who values diverse perspectives and contributes constructively to group objectives.
• High standards of professionalism, integrity, trustworthiness, and confidentiality in all interactions and deliverables.
• Strong capability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines and ensuring completion of responsibilities.
• Resilient and adaptable, comfortable working in dynamic and uncertain environments with changing requirements.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, or Environmental Science from recognized institutions (e.g., SPAs, IITs, NITs, IISc).
• Membership in a SocEnv-accredited professional body such as IEMA, CIEEM, or equivalent; Chartered status is preferred.
• Strong preference for candidates with international experience (UK, Australia, or New Zealand) in areas such as stakeholder engagement, Environmental & Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), environmental approvals, consenting, and compliance processes.