ESG/Sustainability Consultant - ( 2400009C )

　　Description

　　Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.

　　Your Opportunity

　　Stantec’s ESG Advisory group turns strategy into action. Our team, including scientists, engineers, regulatory specialists, and finance experts with subject matter expertise across the domain of ESG, is adept at helping clients develop a comprehensive and pragmatic ESG strategy, implement actions to manage and build resilience to ESG risks, measure progress toward ESG goals, and report progress to a diverse audience of stakeholders. Our practical approach is informed by our global design, science, and engineering experience, shaping a sustainable future for our clients and communities.

　　We provide strategic guidance to sectors spanning agriculture, energy, financial institutions, food and beverage, information technology, infrastructure, manufacturing, mining, and telecom. Our professionals offer a full suite of services including materiality assessment; ESG strategy development, implementation, and reporting; climate change adaptation and planning; Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emission quantification and verification; risk and opportunity assessment; decarbonization planning and program management; nature-based solutions, supply chain management, assessment and management of worker, consumer, and community health risks; community engagement and environmental justice; and due diligence assessment.

　　We have immediate openings for an ESG Consultant to join our ESG Advisory team in Arlington, VA; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; and Pittsburgh, PA.

　　Your Responsibilities

　　Apply subject matter expertise of ESG landscape, regulatory requirements, reporting frameworks, rating agencies, and best practices

　　Guide clients through the process of establishing sustainability priorities and strategy by performing activities such as materiality assessments, industry benchmarking, ESG due diligence, and ESG risk and opportunity assessments

　　Enable clients to credibly act on sustainability strategy through ESG target-setting, implementation planning, performance monitoring, and reporting

　　Manage projects from inception to completion including activities such as leading proposals, tracking financial performance, coordinating and assigning day-to-day project activities, and serving as the point of contact for clients

　　Manage teams and support the technical and professional development of our growing ESG Advisory team by supervising and mentoring early-career staff

　　Lead the production of proposals, technical work products, and presentations in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment

　　Support the demonstration of thought leadership through blogs, white papers, and briefing documents and also participation in industry and technical advisory groups and conference panels

　　Support business development through engagement with existing and potential clients, demonstrating expertise and commitment to walking the talk

　　Effectively communicate to both internal and external audiences, including executives, by demonstrating an ability to synthesize evidence from various sources and distill complex concepts into easily interpretable messaging

　　Develop and foster client relationships by understanding and interpreting client needs, stakeholder priorities, and overall business objectives

　　Qualifications

　　Your Qualifications

　　Comprehensive understanding of ESG disclosure rules (e.g., Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive), frameworks (e.g., Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures), and various rating systems

　　Experience in one or more of the following areas:

　　GHG accounting protocols (e.g., WRI/WBCSD, PCAF), reduction planning, and regulatory reportingESG due diligence assessments, including those for financial institutions and/or private equity necessitating familiarity with the Equator Principles, International Finance Corporation Environmental and Social Performance StandardsHuman rights risk assessment and management, including responsible sourcing and supply chain, supplier engagement and training, and modern slavery reportingCircular economy, including life cycle and product impact assessmentsExperience that demonstrates a deep understanding of the broader impacts of climate change on health, well-being, and equity of various communities

　　A passion for helping clients improve environmental and social impacts through ESG programming that also enhances corporate value and fosters alignment with stakeholder priorities

　　Experience with and ability to use quantification and data visualization tools such as Microsoft Excel and PowerBI

　　Demonstrated commitment to the principles of justice, equity, and inclusion

　　Excellent written and oral communication skills

　　Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills, and an inclination for problem-solving

　　Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a multi-disciplinary team

　　Excellent time-management skills, with the ability to interpret and effectively manage multiple and competing priorities and timelines

　　Experience identifying and cultivating new business development opportunities

　　Flexibility in scheduling and willingness to occasionally travel

　　Must be business-oriented and have a natural inclination to understand how things work, to fix things, to find ways around problems, and to jump from problem to problem

　　Must be at ease with simple as well as complex tasks, practical and intellectual tasks

　　Must be a results-oriented individual with the ability to interpret and effectively manage multiple and competing priorities and timelines

　　Must be committed to treating colleagues, partners, and clients with dignity and respect at all times

　　Education and Experience

　　BS in environmental science, engineering, energy, public health, public policy, sustainability, or related degree; MS or PhD preferred.

　　3-5 years of professional experience (a combination of experience and applicable graduate training is acceptable) in sustainability, climate change, risk management, and/or management consulting

　　Experience consulting on ESG issues and developing ESG strategies and/or programming for clients

　　Experience managing multiple projects and teams simultaneously

　　Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

　　This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

　　Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

　　Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

　　Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

　　The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

　　Primary Location : United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh

　　Other Locations : United States-Texas-Houston, United States-Virginia-Arlington

　　Work Locations :

　　Pittsburgh Stanwix St PA

　　Organization : BC-2389 EnvSvcs-US Advisory

　　Employee Status : Regular

　　Job Level : Individual Contributor

　　Travel : No

　　Schedule : Full-time

　　Job Posting : Jan 22, 2024, 10:53:07 AM

　　Req ID: 2400009C

　　Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans