At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead environmental and social performance on impactful international infrastructure projects.
- Company: Join a growing international EPC contractor focused on sustainability.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, opportunities for international travel, and a diverse project portfolio.
- Other info: Be part of a mission-driven team committed to sustainability and inclusiveness.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in shaping environmental outcomes across global projects.
- Qualifications: Experience with ESIAs, strong stakeholder engagement, and regulatory compliance skills.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Location: London (Hybrid) 3 Office days a week
Are you an experienced Environmental & Social professional looking to move beyond consultancy and take ownership of environmental and social performance across complex international infrastructure projects? We're partnering with a growing international EPC contractor delivering turnkey healthcare, digital and public infrastructure projects across Africa and Southeast Asia. With a small portfolio of high-value projects currently underway, this is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping environmental and social outcomes from project development through to construction and operation.
Working closely with internal stakeholders, lenders, regulators, consultants and local communities, you'll lead the management of Environmental & Social (E&S) requirements across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with international lender standards and national regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate Environmental & Social activities across project lifecycles
- Manage the procurement and review of key E&S deliverables, including:
- Environmental & Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs)
- Environmental & Social Management Plans (ESMPs)
- Stakeholder Engagement Plans (SEPs)
- Environmental and social monitoring programmes
- Oversee specialist consultants and contractors
- Support construction teams on E&S compliance and stakeholder engagement
- Ensure alignment with international lender requirements, including IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles and ECA expectations
- Engage with regulators, communities and project stakeholders to manage environmental and social risks effectively
About You:
We're keen to hear from candidates with:
- Significant experience delivering or reviewing ESIAs for infrastructure, energy, built environment or industrial projects
- Strong environmental management and regulatory compliance expertise
- Experience working to IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles and international financing requirements
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and project management skills
- Consultancy or owner's engineer background with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
- Experience working on international projects, particularly within emerging markets, would be advantageous
Why Apply?
- Join a growing international EPC business with a strong project pipeline
- Work on a diverse portfolio of impactful infrastructure projects
- Exposure to international lenders, export credit agencies and government stakeholders
- Hybrid London-based role with opportunities for international travel
- Opportunity to influence environmental and social performance at project and corporate level
If you're an experienced ESIA and Environmental Management professional looking to work on complex international infrastructure developments, we'd love to hear from you.
Environmental & Social Manager in City of London employer: Allen & York
Join a dynamic and purpose-driven international EPC contractor based in London, where you will have the opportunity to lead impactful environmental and social initiatives across diverse infrastructure projects. With a strong commitment to sustainability and inclusiveness, the company fosters a collaborative work culture that encourages professional growth and offers hybrid working arrangements, allowing for a balanced work-life experience. As part of a growing team, you will engage with key stakeholders and have the chance to influence significant environmental outcomes while enjoying opportunities for international travel.
