Principal ESG Consultant

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Principal ESG Consultant - ( 220003C8 )

Description

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We're a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that's critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.

Stantec is seeking a Principal Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) Consultant to be part of our growing ESG practice. The successful candidate will work with Stantec's ESG team to further develop our service offerings in the United States.

Your Key Responsibilities

Subject Matter Expert in CSR/ESG frameworks, strategies, rating systems

Lead technical delivery of ESG advisory projects globally

Provide technical expertise on ESG issues, policies, guidelines, and requirements

Be knowledgeable in ESG trends and best practices

Identify, maintain, and grow client relationships

Work with Stantec's ESG leadership to assess and track emerging client needs and develop technically sound solutions

Collaborate across regions, sectors, and technical practice communities

Lead and coordinate business development and marketing efforts

Write proposals in collaboration with technical, business development, and marketing experts

Participate in key events, meetings, and technical conferences for branding of Stantec's ESG services

Maintain local and state memberships at professional ESG organizations

Periodically travel for projects, business development, and administrative matters

Strict adherence to health and safety procedures

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Strong experience with sustainability frameworks including TCFD, SASB, CDP, DJSI, and GRI

Strong MS Office computer skills; advanced understanding of PowerPoint, Excel, and Access desired

Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with project teams, employees, department management, contractors, and consultants in a professional setting

Excellent organization, communication, and problem solving skills

Strong passion for high quality of work

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Ability to analyze data and prepare written reports

Ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts

Ability to work in a fast-paced consulting environment and handle multiple assignments simultaneously, adhering to project budgets and schedules

Must have a good driving record and valid driver's license

Prior to employment with Stantec the candidate must successfully pass a physical and drug/alcohol screening

Education and Experience

• BS in engineering, environmental science, energy, climate science, sustainability, or related degree; MS/PhD a plus

• 10 years of professional experience in ESG, sustainability, climate change, and/or management consulting

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

Primary Location : United States-California-Sacramento

Other Locations : United States-California-Fresno, United States-California-Pasadena, United States-California-San Jose, United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-California-Walnut Creek, United States-California-Rocklin, United States-California-Bakersfield, United States-Utah-Salt Lake City, United States-California-San Francisco, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-Oregon-Portland, United States-Arizona-Chandler

Job : Environmental Scientist

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : Yes, 20 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Sep 28, 2022, 9:38:02 AM

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans