Be part of a team that shapes a better world by delivering technically excellent environmental assessments.
We are seeking a technical leader to lead the delivery of large, complex impact assessments for key infrastructure projects. You will manage multidisciplinary teams and guide projects within tight timelines, budgets, and regulatory frameworks.
About the Role
* Job Title: Principal - Environmental Approvals
Key Responsibilities
* Leading the development, design, and delivery of complex environmental approval projects.
* Providing technical direction, leadership, and growth opportunities to junior members of the team.
* Preparing, leading, and providing input into project bidding and business development activities.
* Fostering and developing key client relationships and representing the company within the marketplace.
* Project and bid management, including managing bid teams and negotiating contracts.
Requirements
* Recognised tertiary qualifications in environmental science, engineering, planning, or law.
* 10+ years relevant industry experience in environmental approvals within a consulting, private industry, or government environment.
* Experience in environmental impact assessment including EES' and/or other statutory approval processes in major transport, water infrastructure, and/or renewable energy projects within Victoria.
* Advanced level of technical knowledge in statutory requirements for Victorian and Commonwealth approvals.
* Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate multiple streams of work and communicate effectively to internal leadership, clients, and regulators.
* Business development experience in a consulting environment would be looked upon favourably.
Benefits
* Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours.
* Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay.
* Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.
* International mobility opportunities.
* Insurances (life & income protection).
* Interest free solar energy and bicycle loans.
* Novated car lease.
* Ovasaver discounts and offers.
About Us
We are an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave.