Principal Consultant – Waste

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom GHD Full time

WASTE & RESOURCE MANAGEMENT – PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT

Please note that this job can be based in any of our offices, in Chester, Guildford, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham, or York. 

Future Energy Overview:  Driven by a global network of purpose-driven professionals who live and breathe the Power of Commitment, GHD is actively helping clients and communities navigate the complex and rapidly evolving energy transition. Due to the ongoing success of this initiative, we are currently looking for passionate and dynamic Waste and Resource Management (WaRM) specialists to join our growing team in delivering a sustainable low-carbon future.

Position Overview:  Joining during an exciting period of expansion of our global WaRM group, you will be a senior member of a new team in the UK, delivering and leading projects and working with experts from across the globe. You will have the ability to shape the direction of the new team, targeting work with private and public sector clients in the UK and internationally. You will be working on a wide variety of schemes throughout the project life cycle, providing services from feasibility and strategy development through to procurement, design and due diligence. Projects will range from small scale incubator developments to national circular economy and waste plans. 

In the role of a Principal Consultant you may be a specialist in a particular field within WaRM or cover a breadth of topics, and will have experience of leading engagement with clients, helping to solve their problems and suggesting sustainable solutions. 

GHD has Circular Economy and WaRM specialists across the Americas and Asia Pacific. We are now growing a team in Europe and the Middle East, so this is an opportunity to shape a new team and develop opportunities from start to finish. 

Key Responsibilities:

 

Develop and implement waste management strategies that align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices, focusing on sustainable waste management solutions.  Conduct comprehensive waste audits, feasibility studies, and scheme assessments to identify opportunities for waste minimisation, recycling, and energy recovery.  Lead waste and resource management aspects of decarbonisation projects across all sectors.  Support on procurement, due diligence, master planning, modelling, strategy and international development projects, inputting into decisions of projects to bid for and clients to target.  Provide technical expertise in waste processing, recycling technologies, anaerobic digestion, thermal conversion, and other energy recovery methods.  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design integrated waste management systems that optimise resource utilisation and minimise environmental impact.  Analyse data and prepare detailed reports, presenting findings and recommendations to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.  Stay current with emerging trends, technologies, and regulations in waste management, energy conversion, and circular economy practices.  Link WaRM activities to Circular Economy, Sustainability and Social Value improvements on all projects.  Engage in business development activities, including client outreach, proposal writing, and participating in industry events to promote GHD’s WaRM services.  As the team grows the ability to be a line manager and develop more junior members of staff. 

Desirable Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, resource management, biology or a related environmental field. Other methods of obtaining knowledge and experience are also welcomed.  Proven experience in waste and resource management.  Knowledge of UK waste management regulations, environmental legislation, and waste-related developments.  Proficiency in utilising software tools for data analysis, modelling, and project management.  Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences.  Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.  Membership in relevant professional organisations (., Chartered Institution of Wastes Management) is advantageous.  Willingness to travel to client sites and project locations as required. 

 

Benefits:

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.  Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, flexible working and more.  Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.  A dynamic and inclusive work environment that promotes innovation and teamwork.  Contribution to meaningful, sustainable projects that have a positive impact on the environment and society.  Full or part time, flexible working are supported.

 

If you are motivated and forward-thinking, and passionate about developing sustainable projects for communities and the environment, we invite you to join our team at GHD. Apply now to be part of our exciting journey toward a greener future. We are an inclusive employer, if you need any adjustments to the application process please let us know.

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