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ERM

Global sustainability consultancy for environmental risk

Environmental Consultant - Physical Environment

Risk, Regulatory & Legal AdvisoryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Geography, Environmental Management, or a related field is required.
  • Experience with environmental licensing processes, especially physical-environment studies and socio-environmental risk assessment, is required.
  • Knowledge of Brazilian environmental legislation at municipal, state, and federal levels is required.
  • Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports and opinions is required.
  • Intermediate or advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office is required.
  • Advanced English speaking and writing skills are required.
  • Availability for travel, client visits, and field activities is required.
  • The role requires analytical problem-solving, teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration, proactivity, responsibility, organization, meeting deadlines, quality commitment, verbal and written communication, management of multiple demands, and adaptability to different contexts and market sectors.
  • Experience with environmental studies such as EIA/RIMA, RCA/PCA, EVA, EAS, RAS, or similar is required.
  • Knowledge of geology, geomorphology, soils, hydrology, hydrogeology, water resources, erosion processes, and environmental impact management is required.
  • Excellent technical writing and document-review skills are required.

Responsibilities

  • Execute and technically coordinate environmental licensing and sustainability projects.
  • Prepare and review studies, especially physical-environment studies, as well as technical reports and opinions.
  • Support environmental licensing processes and the obtaining of authorizations from relevant authorities.
  • Develop environmental and socio-environmental assessments for different types of projects.
  • Participate in technical meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders.
  • Support management of project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
  • Carry out field activities when applicable.
  • Contribute to the development of technical and commercial proposals.
  • Provide technical guidance to junior professionals and share knowledge within the team.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with projects in infrastructure, energy, mining, industry, agribusiness, or data centers.
  • Knowledge of international sustainability and financeability standards, including IFC Performance Standards and the Equator Principles.
  • Experience with environmental due diligence and ESG assessments.

About the Company

ERM

Global sustainability consultancy for environmental risk

ERM, Environmental Resources Management, provides sustainability consulting to help businesses manage environmental, health, and safety (EHS) risks and expand responsible practices. Its services span strategy development, risk assessment, compliance, data analytics, and program implementation for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. The company works by partnering with clients to identify EHS risks, design practical programs, set metrics, and deploy changes across operations, supply chains, and facilities, often leveraging technology and industry benchmarks. ERM differentiates itself through its global, pure-play focus on sustainability with deep, regionally diverse expertise and a track record of growth via acquisitions, supported since 2021 by majority ownership from KKR. Its goal is to help organizations improve their sustainability performance, meet regulatory and stakeholder expectations, and create long-term value for both the business and the wider environment.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
1971

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