ERM

Principal Consultant – Environmental and Social Impact Assessment

ERM

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Beijing • China

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Lead the delivery of complex, high-impact projects that help clients achieve sustainable outcomes
  • Guide and develop teams, fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture
  • Apply deep technical expertise to strengthen consulting capability
  • Build trusted client partnerships and drive innovation
  • Shape solutions that exceed expectations, create growth opportunities, and advance sustainability

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Planning, Social Sciences, or related discipline
  • 8 to 15 years relevant experience in environmental and social impact assessment and/or due diligence, preferably in a consulting environment
  • Strong understanding of EIA/ESIA processes, permitting, and sustainability frameworks
  • Familiarity with international standards (IFC, Equator Principles) and regional regulations
  • Proven track record in leading multidisciplinary projects and managing client relationships
  • Experience in sales, strategic growth, and financial management of projects
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and interpersonal skills
  • Fluent English and Mandarin language needed for projects
Benefits
  • wellbeing programs
  • continuous learning
  • inclusive culture
  • mentoring and career development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
Environmental ScienceEnvironmental Impact AssessmentSocial Impact AssessmentDue DiligenceEIAESIASustainability FrameworksProject ManagementFinancial Management
Soft Skills
Team LeadershipStakeholder EngagementInterpersonal SkillsCollaborationClient Relationship ManagementInnovationCommunication
Certifications
Master’s Degree