Lead Consultant, Environmental Impact Assessment
Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. Ramboll has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices in the Americas, delivering innovative solutions within Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company.
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Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Ramboll is seeking experienced Environmental Impact Assessment Lead Consultants at multiple locations across the US:
Your new role
You will bring your knowledge of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) into play as you coordinate statutory EIA and non-statutory environmental assessment processes required to support major development proposals primarily in the energy sector including wind, solar, mining, hydrogen, CCUS, transmission and energy storage. To succeed in this role, you will be able to apply an understanding of environmental consulting processes in North America as well as an understanding of EIA process and regulations and will have the opportunity to support projects at various stages in the project lifecycle from early-stage feasibility/risk appraisal, through EIA, to consent condition compliance.
Your key responsibilities will be:
- Scoping and coordination of environmental baseline data collection, interpretation of data and provision of advice regarding environmental and sustainability constraints and opportunities for development.
- Developing trusted advisor relationships with both Ramboll colleagues, supply chain partners and our clients.
- Advanced report writing skills, ability to provide efficient peer review and coordination of management of spatial data including for the preparation of figures.
- Support for/ and or leadership of (in collaboration with a Project Director and other team members) key technical and commercial aspects of project delivery.
- Advisory skills in relation to preparing materials for stakeholder meetings and public consultations and participation in public consultation.
About you
For this role, we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering or a related environmental discipline.
- 5-8 years of experience on complex projects, experience in the energy sector would be advantageous but is not essential.
- Conducts assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
- Manages own time independently to complete assigned tasks.
- May delegate parts of own work to others.
- Provides training/mentoring to less experienced staff.
- Clearly communicates work results to supervisor, colleagues and clients.
- Provides a supporting role in client contact (client meetings, client communications).
- Assists with and may prepare moderate contribution to proposals.
- Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
- An attention to detail and the ability to approach issues in a clear and logical manner.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
What we can offer you
- Strong company commitment and ethos centred on sustainable development, including in the energy sector.
- Investment in your development.
- Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles.
- Be valued for the unique person you are.
- Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects.
- The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company.
- Flexible work environment.
- Competitive benefits including paid parental and caregiver leave, PTO, 401(k), medical, dental and vision, etc.
Ready to join us?
Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc.
We recognize that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll’s supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team.
Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
