Principal Environmental Consultant- Due Diligence

Are you an experienced environmental due diligence consultant skilled in uncovering environmental risks and turning technical findings into clear actionable advice for decision-makers Do you enjoy working across EHS and ESG topics to help shape sustainable outcomes for transactions and post-acquisition strategies Are you a detail-focused communicator who thrives on fast-paced due diligence work site visits and collaborative problem-solving 

If this sounds like you then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our CST Due Diligence UK & Ireland team as our new Principal Environmental Consultant- Due Diligence and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future. 

Your new role

As a Principal Environmental Consultant for Due Diligence (DD) you will be part of our busy UK transactions team supporting fast-paced UK and global M&A transactions. You will assist with the identification of key EHS and ESG risks and opportunities and provide high-quality targeted advice to clients on both buy-side and sell-side due diligence projects 

Our team advises on transactions across a wide range of sectors typically including industrial commercial and infrastructure assets and businesses often for finance sector clients. We work closely with in-house specialists across several EHS and ESG disciplines to provide targeted due diligence advice. Our clients use this advice to support negotiations during the bidding process and o to make informed impactful decisions on sustainability priorities post-acquisition. 

You will play a key role in the team principally delivering due diligence assessments while also supporting project management and the development of client proposals. 

Your key responsibilities will be: 

• Preparation of proposals including pricing/budgets and timescales. Participation in client discussions and support with developing new client relationships. 
• Project Management and coordination of medium to large projects including multi-site projects over several geographies in support of buy-side and sell-side due diligence. 
• Delivery of Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Limited Environmental Compliance Review(LECR) assessments for a range of sites including more complex manufacturing facilities; including participation in management calls interpreting available information and preparing focussed client reports. 
• Delivery of Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) assessments of companies in support of buy-side and sell-side due diligence. This will include desk-based research (review of data rooms and publicly available information) participation in management calls interpreting available information and preparing client focussed reports. 

About you

If you have relevant EHS/ESG knowledge experience in due diligence and want to advance your career in a collaborative team we would like to hear from matters most to us: 

• Relevant degree/qualifications. Ideally in environmental studies/geography or similar. 
• Sound understanding of UK environmental regulations and an understanding of key environmental and sustainability regulations in Europe. 
• 7 to 12 years of practical work experience in other companies where you have personally been involved in the delivery of Phase I Environmental Site Assessments LECR assessments ideally including to ASTM standards and ideally also ESG assessments. Have the ability to understand information quickly and work efficiently proactively and autonomously. 
• Experience in supporting the preparation of proposals.  
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) and be comfortable engaging with external clients and advisors. 
• Project Management experience. 
• A collaborative approach and willingness to travel typically within the UK and Ireland.

What we can offer you

• Commitment to your development
• Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles
• A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
• Inspiration from colleagues clients and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
• Flexible work environment
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Matched pension contributions
• Private medical cover and life assurance

Ready to join us

Please submit your application and CV online. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Rambolls supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you dont meet all the requirements we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team.

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll

Ramboll is a global architecture engineering and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company founded in Denmark we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So thats where we start and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll employs more than 18000 people globally across 35 countries. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings Transport Water Environment & Health Energy Management Consulting and Architecture & Landscape. Combining local experience with global knowledge we help shape the societies of tomorrow.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Equality diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where when and how much you work. At Ramboll we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at with such requests.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time