Senior Environmental Consultant

Together, we open opportunities with our connected thinking. Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward‑thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people's daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it. We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future. We had several recent projects wins to cement our growing presence in the environment market. In Australia, our environment team is currently leading several wind farm EIS and EES projects, supporting major rail, road and water infrastructure projects, as well as pumped hydro projects. You will have the opportunity to help shape our team through our next growth phase. We have an opening for a Senior Environmental Consultant in the Sydney office. You will be joining a diverse and passionate team with a proven track record delivering major projects in New South Wales and across Australia. With a focus on social and environmental outcomes, our team works across a range of sectors including transport, energy, water and defence which you will have the opportunity to : Manage environmental approvals and impact assessment processes on major projects, including coordination of specialist assessments, stakeholder engagement, interfacing across project teams, and documentation. Work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to provide project development and delivery advice in relation to environmental risks and opportunities. Provide technical support for projects in relation to environmental compliance and management. Mentor and provide guidance to junior members of the Environmental team. Work collaboratively as part of an integrated sector and across project teams. Build and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Support the development of proposals and bid submissions. About You Experience in managing and co‑ordinating environmental impact assessment processes and tasks on complex projects as part of multi discipline teams to meet objectives, timeframes and budgets in the NSW market. Familiarity with NSW State and Commonwealth planning and environment legislation and their application to facilitate the delivery of projects. Experience delivering projects in the energy, transport, water and / or defence sectors in NSW. Strong project and commercial management skills including in budgeting, resourcing, and task, scope and programme development. Clear negotiation and communication skills with varied internal and external stakeholders. Relevant tertiary qualification in environmental science, sustainability, engineering or a related discipline. Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work‑life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities. Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience : Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly Life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more Annual Health Checks and ongoing professional development You've got this We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply #J-18808-Ljbffr