Environmental Consultant

We've been around for 140 years.

We drive inclusive sustainable development with our clients in areas that we master and can actively influence.

Our people are keen to positively change the future and leave a legacy.

We are commercial savvy engineers, project managers and consultants who design smart cities, airports, ports, buildings and more.

We reinvent industries; co-create clean energy and fresh water by using smart data and digitizing information flows and models.

More and more, we connect the digital with the real world in an accelerating pace.

Working together with our clients and partners, we use data and algorithms to translate insights into foresights.

We help our clients in their digital transformation and we support our clients' business with better and faster execution of their ambitions.

We enhance society together!

About usHaskoning delivers tailor-made engineering and scientific solutions to our clients across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific.

We are experts in the maritime, river, estuarine and coastal sectors, providing consultancy advice and civil and structural design services to clients in various sectors.A high level of collaboration across all levels of staff, disciplines, teams, and geographies is required to develop environmental services, foster new partnerships, and enter and scale new markets.

Our current team includes engineers, scientists, commercial advisors, modellers, and relevant experts working collaboratively across water and maritime sectors and other markets such as aviation, tunnels, renewables, decarbonisation, data centres, industry, and transport.What will you doThis role is pivotal to the growth of the NZ Environmental and Social Adaptation and Safeguards Team.

You will provide technical expertise in various service and business areas, helping to build our team capability and portfolio reach in NZ, the Pacific, and Australia, while linking with our other regional teams.

You will work closely with NZ Environmental Team Leads to enhance technical delivery quality, focusing on climate adaptation, disaster risk management, and loss & damage (L&D).

You will be involved in service delivery areas such as : Economic loss and damage assessmentNon-economic loss and damage methodologies (including cultural heritage and biodiversity)Climate risk transfer to L&D frameworksClimate finance proposal development for L&DL&D policy or programme designAs an Environmental Consultant, you will contribute to delivering quality environmental services within the NZ Water & Maritime team, influencing the growth of the environmental sector in NZ and beyond.

You will oversee technical excellence, hire environmental personnel, and help achieve commercial targets.

Your role will also involve aligning team efforts with market demands and Haskoning's global vision.You will assist in developing business initiatives across Australia, including : Climate risk, resilience, and adaptationExpanding Haskoning's presence in NZ and the Pacific marketsEnvironmental planning and consentingYour expertise will position Haskoning as a thought leader in environmental and climate spheres, impacting market reputation and project success.

You will proactively champion campaigns that foster culture, optimize systems, and attract top talent.The core activities include : Clients – Understanding client needs and how to meet them with tailored solutions.Project Management – Managing projects in line with guidelines, including on-site investigations.Advice – Providing expert advice ensuring client satisfaction.Market knowledge – Keeping up-to-date with industry developments and sharing knowledge.Account management – Building and maintaining a network for opportunities.Negotiations – Leading contract negotiations to secure work.Where you will workHaskoning is a global independent consultancy with 140 years of engineering expertise, backed by nearly 6,000 colleagues worldwide.

Our mission is to "Enhance Society Together," making a positive impact through our projects.What you bringYou will be building a career in climate and environmental consultancy, with confidence in technical and commercial aspects.

You should be passionate about team growth and collaboration.

Requirements include : Master's degree or higher in relevant fieldsMinimum 4 years' experience in climate advisory consultancyStrong understanding of the Pacific regional contextExperience with regional and multilateral climate processesAbility to work with donors, governments, and communitiesExperience in climate risk analytics and attribution scienceUnderstanding of bidding for donor-funded projectsFluency in Pacific languages or strong intercultural facilitation skills (desirable)Effective technical and practical skills in relevant disciplinesWhat we offer youThe chance to be part of a global, reputable company committed to societal enhancementFlexible work-from-home policies and working hoursA laptopTraining and development opportunitiesCompetitive remuneration and benefits

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