Consultant – EHS/ ESG auditor

ERM is a leading global provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, social consulting services, and sustainability-related services. We collaborate with the world's foremost organizations, delivering innovative solutions and assisting them in comprehending and addressing their sustainability challenges. To achieve this, we employ over 8,000 professionals across 40 countries and territories, operating from more than 160 offices.

For nearly 50 years, we have collaborated with clients worldwide across diverse industry sectors to assist them in comprehending and managing their environmental, health, safety, risk, and social impacts. The primary sectors we serve include Oil & Gas, Mining, Renewables, Power, Manufacturing, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical. Each of these sectors encounters critical sustainability challenges, and our clients, spanning these and numerous other areas, rely on our expertise to operate more sustainably, thus positively impacting our planet.

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled EHS Consultant to join our team and support clients in achieving compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations while advancing their sustainability goals. This role offers an opportunity to work on impactful projects, including EHS audits, ESG advisory, and environmental permitting.

Key Responsibilities:

• EHS Audits & Compliance: Conduct environmental, health, and safety (EHS) audits, including due diligence and compliance assessments, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and best practices.
• Health & Safety Expertise: Apply knowledge of health and safety (HS) protocols during audits and evaluations to promote safe and compliant operations.
• Environmental Permitting: Assist clients through the environmental permitting process, ensuring compliance with national and international regulations.
• Sustainability & ESG Advisory: Provide strategic guidance on sustainability initiatives and ESG compliance, including alignment with frameworks such as the EU Taxonomy and Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
• Impact Assessments & Due Diligence: Contribute to Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA), and Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD) to support sustainable project development.
• Proposal Development: Support proposal preparation in collaboration with line managers and proposal teams.
• Training & Professional Development: Participate in structured training programs and on-the-job learning to enhance expertise in EHS and ESG topics.
• Project & Client Management: Manage or coordinate small to medium-sized projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and high client satisfaction.
• Industry & Regulatory Monitoring: Stay updated on market trends, regulatory changes, and industry best practices to enhance service offerings.
• Knowledge Sharing: Actively contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives within the team and across global practice areas.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geography, Planning & Development, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in EHS, environmental impact assessments, or related fields, preferably within a consulting environment.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English and Romanian; additional language proficiency is a plus.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of Romanian EHS regulations, permitting procedures (EIA, SEA, environmental permits), and international E&S standards (e.g., IFC Performance Standards, EBRD Performance Requirements).
• Project Management: Prior experience in managing projects is advantageous.
• Skills & Attributes:
  • Strong communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects under tight deadlines.
  • Team-oriented with a commitment to excellence and safety.
  • Willingness to travel within Romania and internationally (special focus on Hungary).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant digital tools.
  • Valid driving license with active driving experience.

We offer:

• Profit Sharing: You'll have the opportunity to share in the company's financial success, contributing to your overall earnings.

• Promotions and Salary Increases: Your career growth and compensation will be reviewed and potentially enhanced twice a year, ensuring your efforts are recognized and rewarded.

• Medicover: Access to a Medicover plan, which can provide you and your family with comprehensive healthcare coverage.

• Reimbursement for Public Transport: Enjoy the convenience of reimbursement for public transport in Bucharest, making commuting more affordable.

• Meal Tickets: Receive meal tickets to cover your daily lunch expenses, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

• Home-Office Equipment: Get the necessary equipment for a productive home office setup, ensuring you can work efficiently from the comfort of your home.

• Workcation: Experience the flexibility of workcation opportunities, allowing you to work from different locations to rejuvenate and maintain work-life balance.

To Apply:

If you share our values, want to contribute to a better tomorrow and are interested in this role, please send us your CV, preferably in English, by submitting your application via our careers page.

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