Environmental Consultant (Associate Level)

ERM is looking for an Environmental Consultant to join our team in Lisbon, covering the following services: environmental impact assessment studies and environmental permitting. Based in Lisbon, the Consultant will focus on projects, assignments and proposal tasks under supervision of the team leader and PM's, contributing to the achievement of the team and group targets of quality project delivery, client satisfaction and understanding application of HSE legal framework to real situations. His/her main responsibilities and tasks will be: Researching information for the preparation of environmental studies. International standards and best practices (IFC, WB, EBRD, BAFD…) and specific national legislation of the country of work. Experience in Environmental and Social Permitting and Environmental Impact Assessment studies. Support in the preparation of the description of industrial processes/activities of the projects (especially Oil&Gas, Mining and Power). Supporting project managers in requested activities such as research for information, writing repots, preparing proposals, preparing presentations, etc. Conducting fieldwork activities when required. Develop the tasks requested in time and with high level of quality. Ideal candidate: We are seeking for a candidate with enthusiasm to develop a career in an environmental sustainability consulting firm. Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, or related discipline. 5 years of experience in a similar role is required. Availability for travel. High level of English and Portuguese is a must. Other languages (Spanish, French) would be valuable (not mandatory). Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports. Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols. ERM is a leading global provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, social consulting services and sustainability related services. We work with the world's leading organizations, delivering innovative solutions and helping them to understand and manage their sustainability challenges. To do this, we have more than 5,500 people in over 40 countries and territories working out of more than 160 offices. For nearly 50 years we have been working with clients around the world and in diverse industry sectors to help them to understand and manage their environmental, health, safety, risk and social impacts. The key sectors we serve include Oil & Gas, Mining, Power, and Manufacturing, Chemical and Pharmaceutical. All face critical sustainability challenges and our clients in these and many other areas rely on our ability to assist them operate more sustainably which has a positive impact on our planet. "The business of sustainability" reflects what we do to support our clients as they strive to attain their business goals. Sustainability and business are now inextricably linked and as an expert in sustainability, we play a role in helping companies achieve their objectives with an understanding of how this impacts wider society and the environment. We intend to contribute even more to the global dialogue on sustainability and expect our work on sustainability challenges and opportunities to deliver growth in our business. Sustainability is our business. ERM Homepage