Senior Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Consultant

Senior Managing Consultant

Company Description

About Ramboll

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

Ramboll in India

Ramboll has more than 1,800 experts working across six offices in India applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions in markets as diverse as Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health and Energy. Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative and empowering culture.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior EHS Specialist with a minimum of 15 years’ experience in
ESG consultancy to lead and deliver high-value Environment & Social Impact Assessments (ESIA), E&S
due diligence, and ESG and sustainable finance advisory services in line with international standards. The
role combines technical leadership, quality assurance, business development, client management, teamleadership and mentorship, and the promotion of Ramboll’s values and professional standards across
projects and teams.

Key responsibilities

•Project delivery and technical leadership

• Lead and manage complex ESIA projects across sectors (e.g., infrastructure, energy, mining, transport, water).
• Plan, undertake and quality-assure environmental and social baseline studies, impact assessments, mitigation and management plans, stakeholder engagement, grievance mechanisms, and monitoring programs.
• Conduct and manage comprehensive E&S due diligence for mergers & acquisitions, project financing, and project development, including gap analyses against IFC
• Performance Standards, World Bank Group, Equator Principles, EBRD, EU standards, OECD guidance and other applicable international frameworks.
• Advise on environmental and social risk management for sustainable finance transactions, including preparation of E&S documentation for lenders, development of ESAPs, and monitoring arrangements.

Standards, guidance and technical quality

•  Ensure technical quality, consistency and compliance with international E&S standards, guidance notes and best practice.
•  Provide internal technical review and quality control of deliverables (reports, inputs to ESIA, due diligence reports, E&S clauses for contracts, monitoring templates).
• Develop and maintain technical tools, templates, and procedures to support consistent high-quality delivery.

Advisory & thought leadership

• Provide strategic ESG advisory to clients on topics such as ESG integration, climate risk and adaptation, biodiversity/net-gain, human rights, labour and community issues, and circular economy considerations.
• Keep abreast of evolving international standards, laws, sustainable finance requirements, regulatory developments, and market trends; translate these into client-facing advisory and internal guidance.
• Represent Ramboll in stakeholder fora, industry working groups and conferences; author thought leadership pieces and contribute to proposals.

Business development & client management

• Lead pursuit and preparation of proposals, technical approaches and bids for E&S and sustainable finance advisory services.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, act as a trusted advisor, and secure repeat business.
• Support pricing, scoping and resourcing of complex assignments. Team leadership, capacity building & culture
•  Manage and mentor senior and mid-level E&S staff, allocate work, conduct performance
• reviews and foster professional development.
•  Promote collaborative, inclusive team culture aligned with Ramboll values (integrity,
• quality, safety, sustainability, respect).

Provide coaching on stakeholder engagement, client management and technical delivery

Qualifications

Required qualifications & experience

•  University degree (MSc/MEng or equivalent) in environmental science, environmental engineering,
• social science, EHS, sustainable development, or related field. Advanced degree or relevant professional qualifications preferred.
•  Minimum 15 years’ experience in ESG/E&S consultancy, with demonstrable experience leading
• ESIAs and E&S due diligence for international financiers and developers.
• • Strong knowledge of international standards and frameworks including IFC Performance
• Standards, World Bank E&S policies, Equator Principles, EBRD requirements, UN Guiding

Principles on Business and Human Rights, and relevant national requirements.

Proven track record of advising on E&S aspects of project finance / sustainable finance
transactions and preparing lender-grade documentation.
• Excellent client engagement and business development experience; proven ability to win and
manage complex assignments.
• Strong project and team management skills, including staff development experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to produce high-quality technical reports
and present to senior clients and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated thought leadership (publications, conference presentations, working group
participation) is an advantage.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required.
Behavioural competencies
• Strategic thinker with strong judgment and problem-solving skills.
• High level of personal integrity and commitment to Ramboll’s values.
• Collaborative leader and effective mentor; fosters an inclusive culture.
• Resilient, adaptive, and comfortable working in multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural teams.
• Client-focused, commercially aware, and skilled at managing competing priorities.
What we offer
• Opportunity to work on high-profile international projects that shape sustainable development.
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace with strong professional development and career
progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Additional Information

What we can offer you

• Commitment to your development
• Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles
• A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do

We believe in the strength of diversity and know that unique experiences and perspectives are vital for creating truly sustainable societies. Therefore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can flourish and reach their potential. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage you to contact our recruitment team to discuss any accommodations you need during the application process.

Experience Level

Senior Level