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Principal Environmental Scientist - Environmental Impact Assessment

SeniorFull-timeOfficeDarwin NT, AustraliaProfessional servicesPosted 1 week agoVerified 2 weeks ago
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About the job

The job focuses on providing strategic environmental advice and facilitating approvals for critical infrastructure projects. By joining AECOM, you will play a vital role in promoting sustainable practices while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The work environment encourages open dialogue, transparency, and a culture of growth, making it an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

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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

Effectively managing the delivery of complex Environmental Impact Assessments, coordinating multidisciplinary technical teams and approval processes.
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Ensuring compliance and technical excellence

Leading and reviewing environmental approvals, impact assessments, and management plans across diverse projects, ensuring compliance and technical excellence.

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 environmental experience

Demonstrated experience in environmental assessment and approvals.

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Proven business development skills

Experience in client engagement and proposal leadership.

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5 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 environmental experience
Demonstrated experience in environmental assessment and approvals.

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Proven business development skills
Experience in client engagement and proposal leadership.

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Advanced project management skills
Proven ability in managing schedules, resources, and budgets.

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Established NT market networks
Connections within Northern Australia’s environmental sector.

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