Principal Sustainability Consultant

Due to exceptional growth in demand for our services we are recruiting for a Principal Consultant with a track record of identifying and implementing sustainability, low carbon and climate resilient solutions across sectors, from business to infrastructure, to join our Carbon and ESG (C&ESG) practice. You will support project teams to deliver a range of ESG, climate change and sustainability projects across sectors for various clients. You will also support senior leaders in the Carbon and ESG (C&ESG) Practice and in AECOM's Environment & Sustainability Business Unit to grow this service area, particularly in Ireland.

Responsibilities and qualifications described below reflect the role and are not exhaustive.

• Build and maintain positive, long-term client relationships across Ireland.
• Act as a "go-to" specialist on carbon, climate, and ESG within the Ireland AECOM business.
• Strengthen the company's position as a leader in carbon, climate, and sustainability strategies for infrastructure and large-scale regeneration in Ireland, the UK, and across EMEA.
• Manage and deliver technical work across a range of climate and ESG projects, including sustainability strategy, GHG and climate risk assessment, and net zero strategy.
• Support the CCSR practice leadership in identifying and securing new opportunities.
• Provide technical guidance to colleagues and contribute thought leadership across industry networks.
• Oversee tasks and projects with responsibility for technical quality, financial management, and timely delivery.
• Balance multiple priorities by working across several projects and proposals simultaneously, including ESG, climate assessment, and net zero strategies.
• Prepare costed proposals, bids, and supporting business development materials.
• Deliver on the ambitious business plan by growing market share in ESG, climate assessment, and sustainability through winning work with both new and existing clients in Ireland, the UK, and EMEA.
• Develop talent within the team by mentoring junior staff and supporting colleagues in upskilling on climate change and sustainability.
• Contribute to building internal capacity and expertise to position the team at the forefront of ESG and sustainability advisory services.

• Proven track record in winning and delivering sustainability, climate appraisal, and ESG strategies in Ireland, the UK, and internationally.
• In-depth understanding of current climate change, sustainability, and ESG issues, frameworks, and reporting standards.
• Extensive experience in project management and business development, with evidence of successful outcomes.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior staff.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including experience in facilitating stakeholder engagement workshops and events.
• Recognised industry profile, with a history of presenting at conferences and contributing to professional journals.
• Bachelor's degree (BSc) or equivalent in environment, sustainability, or a science/engineering discipline (a higher degree such as MSc or PhD desirable).

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About AECOM: AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle. We offer hybrid work options and a culture that supports equity, diversity and inclusion, and environmental, social and governance priorities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Disability Confident Employer. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.