Sustainability Consultant

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Thriving communities. Healthy cities. A brighter future. At Jacobs, what we do is more than a job, we work every day to make the world better for all. In our strategic advisory work, we’re empowering our clients to deliver smarter, more sustainable and more affordable solutions for tomorrow. From optimising asset performance to developing robust strategic programs, from planning Australia’s next suburban smart town to protecting vulnerable countries against rising oceans – we’re committed to aiming higher in all that we do, because what we do counts.

We are currently looking for a Sustainability Consultant who will be responsible for overseeing the environmental and sustainability aspects of the planning, design, and construction functions.

Responsibilities

• You will review environmental regulatory requirements and permit conditions and develop an environmental compliance program and periodically assess compliance with these requirements
• This position will have responsibility for supporting the client’s environmental permitting activities with national and local government agencies
• You will advise the client and Program team on permitting requirements and participate in the development of permitting strategies
• This individual will engage in design reviews and periodically monitor construction activities.
  
  
  

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelors or Master’s Degree in relevant discipline such as Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering or Sustainability Management
• Relevant 8+ years of experience in Sustainability in consulting or client industry specifically in climate resilience, sustainability, low-carbon, climate change and/or green infrastructure sectors
• Experience in conducting Materiality Assessment and in developing ESG/Sustainability Strategy and Implementation Roadmaps
• Familiarity with Sustainability Frameworks and Standards such as GRI, SASB,GRESB, CDP, TCFD, IFC PS etc.
• Experience with Sustainability Reporting- story boarding, content development and proofing
• Knowledge of GHG Accounting and GHG protocols. Experience with Scope 3 emissions assessment and management is desirable
• Experience in conducting climate risk assessments (physical and/or transitional risks)
• Familiarity with Science Based Targets (SBTi) and experience with advising clients on carbon reductions and developing implementation roadmap
• Experience in carbon reduction advisory - reduction strategy, net zero roadmaps
• A passion for influencing change within the context of the Climate Emergency, by using collaboration, innovation, and an outcomes-based approach for improving society
• Demonstrable knowledge of climate change legislation and environmental policy
• Demonstrable technical background, with strong numerical skills and ability to manipulate large amounts of data and critically analyze information
• Experience in preparing quantitative climate risk assessments as well as qualitative assessments
• Experience in climate resilience implementation and planning
• Broad range of consultancy skills, including collaboration, negotiating, presenting and budget management
  
  
  

Jacobs. A world where you can.

From our inclusive employee networks, to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximise your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.   

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