Senior Environmental Consultant

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 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 Environmental, Social, and Governance | Sustainable Investment Advisory team in Bogotá, Colombia, providing environmentally sensitive and sustainable solutions to unique engineering challenges.

The role will work to continue developing and growing the business in Colombia and the Americas South Geography, and work in close collaboration with the Advisory team in San Francisco, Houston, New York and the Americas Region. This role will be involved with our Global Lenders’ Environmental and Social Advisory practice.

As a Senior Environmental Consultant, you will lead our mission to help shape a better world and to support our clients’ sustainable investments. You will work independently evaluate, select, and apply domestic and international ESG standards related to pollution prevention, circular economy, decarbonization and climate change mitigation, sustainable finance and investments, among others.

The ESG|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.

This role is based in Bogotá, Columbia. Please submit your CV in English. We do not require copies of diplomas, work certifications, or other documents at this stage.

The opportunity

• Evaluate, select, and apply domestic and international E&S (environmental and social) standards, particularly those related to IFC Performance Standards, as well as Equator Principles-IV, focusing on E&S risks and impacts, pollution prevention, and biodiversity, alongside domestic and international health and safety standards.
• 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 manage and meet client expectations, handle stakeholders, deliver quality outcomes.
• Conduct and coordinate site visits, while handling partners (client, communities, etc.) and ensuring the safety of Arup employees.
• Support business development efforts by responding to RFPs, identifying potential opportunities with client organizations, participating, and speaking at industry conferences, and staying informed about market trends.
• Curiosity about leading and mentoring teams.

Is this role right for you?

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related environmental consulting profession required.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in infrastructure projects (roads, energy, rail, ports, etc.) required.
• Experience working with multilateral agencies IFC, CAF, IDB, etc. required.
• Must possess excellent written, verbal, presentation and communication skills with colleagues and clients of all levels in English and Spanish required.

Preferred

• Experience in developing, reviewing and implementing Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs), Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs), and/or Environmental and Social Management Systems.
• Experience managing environmental and social impacts and risks in line with international standards (IFC, Equator Principles, etc.) on construction sites or operational assets.
• Working experience with carbon markets and carbon accounting.
• Experience developing business, preparing proposals etc.
• Line management experience.

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What we offer you

Benefits that 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.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to gender, disability, age, ethnic origin, citizenship, language, health conditions, marital status, union membership, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, political or philosophical opinions, pregnancy status, family status or any other protected characteristic under the law.