Associate Director (Major Projects & Approvals) – Adelaide
Join EMM Consulting Pty Limited as an Associate Director in our Major Projects & Approvals team. You will play a key role in the growth and development of a leading South Australian Environmental Planning & Approvals practice, leading major projects across mining, energy, infrastructure and renewables.
We were honoured to be recognised in the 2025 Beaton Client Choice Awards as Best Built & Natural Environment Consulting Firm (>$30M revenue), Most Trusted Firm, and Best Provider of ESG Services. This award was judged solely on client feedback, underscoring the impact of our work.
Here's what you can expect
* Work on a steady flow of large projects, with the opportunity to lead environmental impact assessments and approvals strategies across sectors.
* Showcase and develop your program management skills while shaping and growing the practice in South Australia.
* Receive support from specialist teams across EMM and leadership that helps you grow.
* Enjoy autonomy, flexibility and hybrid working across Australia.
Here's what you'll bring
* Minimum 15 years of experience as a leader in environmental management, assessments and/or approvals on major projects.
* Deep knowledge of South Australian planning, mining and Commonwealth legislation.
* Proven delivery of environmental approvals projects across mining, energy, renewables and infrastructure.
* Strong network with clients and regulators.
* Experience in Project Director roles focused on strategic advice, client relationships, risk awareness, and mentoring junior staff.
* Highly developed research, analysis and report writing skills.
* Collaborative spirit, humility, and a commitment to doing what is right for stakeholders.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds. Applicants must have a legal right to work in Australia. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment consultants will not be accepted for this position.
Our goal is to build a team that looks like the world around us and supports each other to grow. We embed diversity, equity and inclusion into our work and cultivate a sense of belonging throughout the company.
EMM will be taking a short break for the holiday period from 19 December; we will resume processing applications in January.
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