27 Environmental Consultant jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated Sustainability Expert to join our team in Dubai. As a key member of our sustainability division, you will play a crucial role in helping us develop forward-thinking strategies that support our clients in meeting their environmental and social responsibility objectives.

• Evaluate the environmental impact of various projects and identify areas for improvement

• Collaborate with internal teams to formulate sustainability strategies and implement them effectively

• Analyze complex data sets to draw insights and inform decision-making

• Develop detailed reports and presentations highlighting the eco-friendly features embedded within project designs

• Stay up-to-date with new developments, technologies, and best practices in the field of sustainability

• A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related discipline (Master's degree preferred)

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data

• Excellent communication skills to present technical concepts clearly

• Familiarity with sustainable design principles in the built environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software applications

• Basic understanding of environmental regulations and sustainability principles

• A dynamic and supportive work environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• A competitive salary and benefits package

Location

Category: Sustainability

Job Type: Freelance

Working Days

Environmental consultants give advice on environmental matters. They work on areas such as the effects of new developments on the environment, the control of pollution and noise, the effects of agriculture or recreation on plants and wildlife, the effect of climate change and waste management and recycling.

• Project Management and Supervision: responsible for managing and executing environmental projects including overseeing environmental due diligence, site investigations, and remediation projects from inception to completion. expected to manage small projects or substantial portions of larger projects, ensuring that tasks are delegated and supervised accordingly.
• Technical Assessments and Reporting: conduct detailed technical assessments and prepare comprehensive reports involving field investigations, sampling, and monitoring activities, and responsible for preparing technical reports, feasibility studies, and environmental impact assessments, organizing data, validating findings, and preparing reports such as Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Due Care Plans, Construction Environmental Management Plan, and Response Activity Plans.
• Regulatory Compliance and Strategic Advice: providing strategic advice on regulatory compliance and environmental risk management, compliance with local, regional and international environmental regulations, including those related to hazardous materials management, chemical inventory, water, wastewater, solid waste, and air emissions.
• Client Engagement and Business Development: actively participate in client meetings and discussions, developing and maintaining client relationships where marketing efforts are involved.

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field such as Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Experience and Certification: minimum of three to four years of experience in the environmental, health, and safety field or consulting, mainly reporting. Professional certification or licensure within ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO64001, LEED, ESTIDAMA PQP, WELL, any additional certification is an added value.
• Technical and Analytical Skills: strong analytical skills and proficiency in environmental assessment methodologies. must be adept at using specialized software programs. should also have experience with the environmental due diligence process and conducting sample collection in soil, groundwater, soil gas, and air.
• Communication and Organizational Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial for preparing reports and engaging with clients. Organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously are also important.

• Office and Field Work: The role involves a mix of remote-based, office work and fieldwork, spending time researching, preparing reports, analyzing laboratory tests, and conducting field surveys to collect data about pollution or contamination levels. The balance between remote, office and fieldwork can vary depending on the project.

Location

Category: Sustainability

Job Type: Freelance

Working Days

Environmental consultants give advice on environmental matters. They work on areas such as the effects of new developments on the environment, the control of pollution and noise, the effects of agriculture or recreation on plants and wildlife, the effect of climate change and waste management and recycling.

• Project Management and Supervision: responsible for managing and executing environmental projects including overseeing environmental due diligence, site investigations, and remediation projects from inception to completion. expected to manage small projects or substantial portions of larger projects, ensuring that tasks are delegated and supervised accordingly.
• Technical Assessments and Reporting: conduct detailed technical assessments and prepare comprehensive reports involving field investigations, sampling, and monitoring activities, and responsible for preparing technical reports, feasibility studies, and environmental impact assessments, organizing data, validating findings, and preparing reports such as Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Due Care Plans, Construction Environmental Management Plan, and Response Activity Plans.
• Regulatory Compliance and Strategic Advice: providing strategic advice on regulatory compliance and environmental risk management, compliance with local, regional and international environmental regulations, including those related to hazardous materials management, chemical inventory, water, wastewater, solid waste, and air emissions.
• Client Engagement and Business Development: actively participate in client meetings and discussions, developing and maintaining client relationships where marketing efforts are involved.

• Educational Background: Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field such as Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Experience and Certification: minimum of three to four years of experience in the environmental, health, and safety field or consulting, mainly reporting. Professional certification or licensure within ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO64001, LEED, ESTIDAMA PQP, WELL, any additional certification is an added value.
• Technical and Analytical Skills: strong analytical skills and proficiency in environmental assessment methodologies. must be adept at using specialized software programs. should also have experience with the environmental due diligence process and conducting sample collection in soil, groundwater, soil gas, and air.
• Communication and Organizational Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial for preparing reports and engaging with clients. Organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously are also important.

• Office and Field Work: The role involves a mix of remote-based, office work and fieldwork, spending time researching, preparing reports, analyzing laboratory tests, and conducting field surveys to collect data about pollution or contamination levels. The balance between remote, office and fieldwork can vary depending on the project.

As an Environmental Consultant (Marine), you will be at the forefront of preserving and enhancing our marine ecosystems. You'll be responsible for providing expertise and solutions to mitigate the impacts of human activities in marine environments. Your role will involve assessing marine environmental data, conducting field studies, and formulating strategies to ensure the sustainable management of marine resources. You will work with various stakeholders, including governmental bodies, NGOs, and private sector clients, to implement best practices and comply with environmental regulations. Your insights will drive initiatives that protect marine habitats while facilitating responsible industrial and recreational use of marine resources.

As an Environmental Consultant (Marine), you will be at the forefront of preserving and enhancing our marine ecosystems. You'll be responsible for providing expertise and solutions to mitigate the impacts of human activities in marine environments. Your role will involve assessing marine environmental data, conducting field studies, and formulating strategies to ensure the sustainable management of marine resources. You will work with various stakeholders, including governmental bodies, NGOs, and private sector clients, to implement best practices and comply with environmental regulations. Your insights will drive initiatives that protect marine habitats while facilitating responsible industrial and recreational use of marine resources.

• Conduct detailed marine environmental impact assessments for proposed developments.
• Develop environmental management plans tailored to marine ecosystems' specific needs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive environmental solutions.
• Prepare and present reports on marine environmental conditions and project impacts.
• Oversee field studies and data collection efforts in marine environments.
• Advise clients on compliance with marine environmental regulations and policies.
• Design and implement marine habitat restoration and conservation programs.
• Analyze marine pollution sources and develop strategies for mitigation.
• Supervise marine biologists and technicians in conducting environmental surveys.
• Engage with stakeholders to promote sustainable marine resource management practices.
• Stay updated on the latest marine environmental research and technological advancements.
• Provide training sessions to educate stakeholders on marine environmental issues.

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Marine Biology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Proven experience in marine environmental consulting or related fieldwork.
• Strong knowledge of marine ecosystems, environmental laws, and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for assessing marine data critically.
• Ability to conduct and lead complex marine field surveys effectively.
• Strong communication skills to convey technical information to varied audiences.
• Proficiency in environmental software tools and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Company Industry

• Recruitment
• Placement Firm
• Executive Search

Department / Functional Area

• Marine Services (Marine Officer
• Ship Chandler
• Diver)

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• Collaborating with Senior team members in the delivery of projects in environmental impact assessment, planning and management to a high standard, ensuring client satisfaction.
• Planning and executing environmental field works including marine ecological survey, soil, groundwater, air and noise sampling, data management and technical reporting.
• Enabling new business opportunities through existing and new client relationships.
• Project Management.

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Approximately 6 – 8 years' experience in a consulting environment with demonstrated Middle East experience.
• Relevant tertiary qualification e.g., Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management or similar.
• Good knowledge of UAE environmental regulations, including permitting requirements and experience in obtaining permits from relevant agencies in the UAE.
• Demonstrated track record in the planning, coordination, and management of environmental projects.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and project management skills.
• Must be comfortable working in the field at remote locations, or on active construction sites.
• Experience with presenting technical information to clients, stakeholders and/or regulators.
• Proven business development, networking and client relationship management skills.
• The ability to mentor, grow and develop junior team members to continue the successful growth of the team.

Environmental consultants give advice on environmental matters. They work on areas such as the effects of new developments on the environment, the control of pollution and noise, the effects of agriculture or recreation on plants and wildlife, the effect of climate change and waste management and recycling.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management and Supervision: responsible for managing and executing environmental projects including overseeing environmental due diligence, site investigations, and remediation projects from inception to completion. expected to manage small projects or substantial portions of larger projects, ensuring that tasks are delegated and supervised accordingly.
• Technical Assessments and Reporting: conduct detailed technical assessments and prepare comprehensive reports involving field investigations, sampling, and monitoring activities, and responsible for preparing technical reports, feasibility studies, and environmental impact assessments, organizing data, validating findings, and preparing reports such as Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Due Care Plans, Construction Environmental Management Plan, and Response Activity Plans.
• Regulatory Compliance and Strategic Advice: providing strategic advice on regulatory compliance and environmental risk management, compliance with local, regional and international environmental regulations, including those related to hazardous materials management, chemical inventory, water, wastewater, solid waste, and air emissions.
• Client Engagement and Business Development: actively participate in client meetings and discussions, developing and maintaining client relationships where marketing efforts are involved.

• Educational Background: Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field such as Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Experience and Certification: minimum of three to four years of experience in the environmental, health, and safety field or consulting, mainly reporting. Professional certification or licensure within ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO64001, LEED, ESTIDAMA PQP, WELL, any additional certification is an added value.
• Technical and Analytical Skills: strong analytical skills and proficiency in environmental assessment methodologies. must be adept at using specialized software programs. should also have experience with the environmental due diligence process and conducting sample collection in soil, groundwater, soil gas, and air.
• Communication and Organizational Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial for preparing reports and engaging with clients. Organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously are also important.

Work Environment and Conditions

• Office and Field Work: The role involves a mix of remote-based, office workand fieldwork, spending time researching, preparing reports, analyzing laboratories tests, and conducting field surveys to collect data about pollution or contamination levels. The balance between remote, office and fieldwork can vary depending on the project.

**Job Overview:**

We are seeking a highly skilled Environmental Consultant to join our team. As an Environmental Consultant, you will play a key role in supporting senior consultants in delivering high-profile projects related to waste and resource management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and analysis to support our consultancy work on waste operations and infrastructure.
• Manage time across multiple projects contributing to research data analysis fieldwork stakeholder engagement and report-writing.
• Ensure the quality and timely delivery of your work collaborating with experts and consultants to integrate your contributions.
• Support senior consultants in delivering high-profile projects on policy strategy waste operations and infrastructure.
• Meet time cost and quality requirements to ensure client satisfaction.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (2.1 or above).
• Excellent numeracy analytical and writing skills.
• Proactive approach with a commitment to high-quality work.
• Interest in waste and resource management and creative problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong computer skills particularly in MS Excel and Word.
• Willingness to develop competency in the waste sector through projects.
• Fluency in English and native Arabic speaker.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage competing priorities.

Benefits:

• A range of benefits including support for physical and mental health.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A diverse and inclusive work environment.

What We Offer:

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that fosters collaboration innovation and excellence. Our team is committed to making a positive impact on the environment and communities we serve.

• Collaborating with Senior team members in the delivery of projects in environmental impact assessment, planning and management to a high standard, ensuring client satisfaction.
• Planning and executing environmental field works including marine ecological survey, soil, groundwater, air and noise sampling, data management and technical reporting.
• Enabling new business opportunities through existing and new client relationships.
• Project Management.

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Approximately 6 – 8 years’ experience in a consulting environment with demonstrated Middle East experience.
• Relevant tertiary qualification e.g., Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management or similar.
• Good knowledge of UAE environmental regulations, including permitting requirements and experience in obtaining permits from relevant agencies in the UAE.
• Demonstrated track record in the planning, coordination, and management of environmental projects.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and project management skills.
• Must be comfortable working in the field at remote locations, or on active construction sites.
• Experience with presenting technical information to clients, stakeholders and/or regulators.
• Proven business development, networking and client relationship management skills.
• The ability to mentor, grow and develop junior team members to continue the successful growth of the team.

Location

Category: Sustainability

Job Type: Freelance

Working Days

Environmental consultants give advice on environmental matters. They work on areas such as the effects of new developments on the environment, the control of pollution and noise, the effects of agriculture or recreation on plants and wildlife, the effect of climate change and waste management and recycling.

• Project Management and Supervision: responsible for managing and executing environmental projects including overseeing environmental due diligence, site investigations, and remediation projects from inception to completion. expected to manage small projects or substantial portions of larger projects, ensuring that tasks are delegated and supervised accordingly.
• Technical Assessments and Reporting: conduct detailed technical assessments and prepare comprehensive reports involving field investigations, sampling, and monitoring activities, and responsible for preparing technical reports, feasibility studies, and environmental impact assessments, organizing data, validating findings, and preparing reports such as Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Due Care Plans, Construction Environmental Management Plan, and Response Activity Plans.
• Regulatory Compliance and Strategic Advice: providing strategic advice on regulatory compliance and environmental risk management, compliance with local, regional and international environmental regulations, including those related to hazardous materials management, chemical inventory, water, wastewater, solid waste, and air emissions.
• Client Engagement and Business Development: actively participate in client meetings and discussions, developing and maintaining client relationships where marketing efforts are involved.

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field such as Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Experience and Certification: minimum of three to four years of experience in the environmental, health, and safety field or consulting, mainly reporting. Professional certification or licensure within ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO64001, LEED, ESTIDAMA PQP, WELL, any additional certification is an added value.
• Technical and Analytical Skills: strong analytical skills and proficiency in environmental assessment methodologies. must be adept at using specialized software programs. should also have experience with the environmental due diligence process and conducting sample collection in soil, groundwater, soil gas, and air.
• Communication and Organizational Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial for preparing reports and engaging with clients. Organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously are also important.

• Office and Field Work: The role involves a mix of remote-based, office work and fieldwork, spending time researching, preparing reports, analyzing laboratory tests, and conducting field surveys to collect data about pollution or contamination levels. The balance between remote, office and fieldwork can vary depending on the project.