Senior Environmental Specialist: EIA, Ecology & Planning Lead

sggovterp; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

sggovterp in Singapore seeks a Senior Environmental Specialist to provide technical leadership in environmental matters across planning, design and delivery of development projects. You will lead EIAs/EMMPs, manage studies, review reports and develop robust ecological data libraries.

The role requires strong ecology knowledge, GIS/data analysis, and effective communication with government agencies and project teams in a Singapore context.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in environmental assessment and management, incl. EIAs/EMMPs.
• Strong knowledge of ecology and biodiversity; interpret survey findings and suggest mitigations.
• Proficient in data analysis and GIS/spatial tools.
• Good understanding of Singapore regulatory context and environmental processes.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management with ability to handle multiple studies.
• Ability to work independently within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review technical requirements and tender specs for EIA/EMMP and environmental services.
• Manage environmental studies including EIAs and EMMPs with consultants and stakeholders.
• Review EIA/EMMP reports for robustness and alignment with requirements.
• Develop and maintain an EIA/ecological database and perform data analysis.
• Provide expert input on ecological and environmental matters across project stages.
• Liaise with government agencies, consultants and project teams to balance needs.
• Support nature group and public engagement, communicating findings and mitigations.
• Stay updated on environmental policies and contribute to internal standards.

Skills

Environmental assessment

EIA/EMMP management

Stakeholder management

GIS analysis

Data analysis

Technical writing

Project management

Regulatory understanding

Education

Ecology/Environmental Science degree

Tools

GIS

Job description

sggovterp in Singapore seeks a Senior Environmental Specialist to provide technical leadership in environmental matters across planning, design and delivery of development projects. You will lead EIAs/EMMPs, manage studies, review reports and develop robust ecological data libraries.

The role requires strong ecology knowledge, GIS/data analysis, and effective communication with government agencies and project teams in a Singapore context.