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Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Principal

SeniorFull-timeOfficeSouth Townsville QLD 4810, AustraliaPosted 1 day agoVerified 2 days ago
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About the job

This job at AECOM is all about making a difference in the world through environmental stewardship and infrastructure development. By joining a multidisciplinary team, you will play a crucial role in delivering strategic environmental advice and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. AECOM fosters a collaborative and high-performing work environment where innovative ideas are welcomed and teamwork is celebrated.

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You'll be responsible for

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Leading environmental assessments

Acting as the environment lead for high-profile projects to secure State and Commonwealth approvals in collaboration with clients and cross-business line teams.
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Managing project delivery

Overseeing the delivery of complex Environmental Impact Assessments and approvals, coordinating multidisciplinary technical teams.
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Providing strategic advice

Offering technical advice and strategic planning for impact assessment and approvals across diverse projects and environmental services.

Key criteria

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Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Possession of a degree in Planning, Science, or Engineering.

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12+ years of environmental assessment experience

Proven experience in environmental assessments within consulting.

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Project management skills

Demonstrated ability in managing budgets, schedules, and resources.

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4 criteria for this job
Bachelor's degree in relevant field
Possession of a degree in Planning, Science, or Engineering.

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12+ years of environmental assessment experience
Proven experience in environmental assessments within consulting.

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Project management skills
Demonstrated ability in managing budgets, schedules, and resources.

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Knowledge of planning legislation
Experience applying Commonwealth and State environmental legislation.

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