Senior Environmental Project Leader

Aurecon Group; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon Group is seeking an experienced Project Consultant to deliver environmental consulting and project execution across a diverse project portfolio in the Philippines. You will drive high‑quality technical solutions, manage client relationships, and ensure regulatory compliance while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve sustainable outcomes.

You will lead fieldwork, assessments, and reporting, mentor junior staff, and contribute to business development initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8+ relevant experience in environmental consulting, sustainability, environmental planning, impact assessment, permitting, or related fields.
• DENR-EMB-accredited EIA Preparer, with experience in EIA/ESIA/ESDD and environmental compliance assessments.
• Experience conducting Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD), E&S compliance audits, and ESMS audits.
• Knowledge of international environmental and social frameworks including ADB, AIIB, IFC Performance Standards, World Bank EHS Guidelines, Equator Principles, GIIP.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Engineering/Planning or related field; a Master's is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and industry standards.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, proposal preparation, field investigations, technical report writing, and stakeholder engagement.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams and supporting business development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental and social assessment projects from initiation through completion.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise fieldwork activities including baseline studies and stakeholder consultations.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, resources, and deliverables for successful execution.
• Coordinate with clients, government agencies, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Lead preparation of EIAs, ESIA/ESDD, planning studies, and compliance reports; review subcontractor work.
• Provide technical guidance during fieldwork, analysis, and report preparation.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to internal methodologies and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Environmental consulting

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering/Planning

Master's degree (advantage)

Job description

Aurecon Group is seeking an experienced Project Consultant to deliver environmental consulting and project execution across a diverse project portfolio in the Philippines. You will drive high‑quality technical solutions, manage client relationships, and ensure regulatory compliance while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve sustainable outcomes.

You will lead fieldwork, assessments, and reporting, mentor junior staff, and contribute to business development initiatives.