Engineer - Environmental & Social

Role Overview

The Environmental & Social (E&S) Engineer is tasked with executing, overseeing, and documenting E&S mandates across project sites. This is to maintain adherence to laws, client stipulations, and global standards such as IFC, World Bank, and ISO 14001.

Primary Duties

• Enforce the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and project-specific E&S criteria.
• Ensure alignment with regional environmental laws, client E&S protocols, and binding approvals.
• Supervise environmental factors including waste management, air/noise/water quality, hazardous material control, and spill prevention.
• Conduct frequent site inspections and audits, following through on corrective actions.
• Keep thorough records related to environmental permits and reporting.

• Deploy Social Management Plans (SMP) tailored to project and client needs.
• Monitor accommodations, worker welfare, and community relations.
• Manage grievances and support the grievance redress framework.
• Ensure labor law adherence and uphold ethical and human rights considerations.
• Assist in stakeholder engagement when necessary.

• Compile and submit periodic E&S documentation including daily to monthly reports.
• Facilitate internal/external audits, client reviews, and third-party evaluations.
• Monitor E&S key performance indicators and contribute to sustainability reporting.

• Lead E&S orientation and toolbox sessions for workforce and subcontractors.
• Advocate environmental consciousness and sustainable practices on-site.

• Collaborate closely with construction teams and consultants regarding E&S issues.
• Engage with clients, government bodies, and auditors to resolve compliance matters.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or equivalent field.
• Between six to ten years of pertinent experience in environmental or social sustainability roles, ideally within infrastructure, EPC, or construction sectors.
• Preferred certifications include NEBOSH Environmental, IEMA, ISO 14001 Lead Auditor, with E&S familiarity related to IFC or World Bank standards considered advantageous.