Principal Consultant- Sustainability at WSP in the U.S. · Noida

Principal Consultant- Sustainability

Location: Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

WSP's International ESG Advisory team is seeking an experienced International Social and Environmental Specialist to support our international lender advisory and ESG due diligence business. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership on environmental and social risk management across infrastructure, renewable energy, mining, industrial, agribusiness, transport and urban development projects globally.

You will play a leading role in:

Technical Delivery

• Leading major international Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD), Social Impact Assessment (SIA), Human Rights and Social Risk Assessments.
• Directing the identification, assessment and management of social risks and impacts throughout project development, construction and operation.
• Providing expert advice on complex social issues including:
  • Land acquisition and involuntary resettlement;
  • Livelihood restoration;
  • Stakeholder engagement;
  • Labour and working conditions;
  • Human rights and supply chain risks;
  • Community health, safety and security;
  • Gender equality, social inclusion and vulnerable groups.
• Developing and reviewing:
  • Social Management Plans;
  • Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs);
  • Livelihood Restoration Plans (LRPs);
  • Labour Management Plans;
  • Stakeholder Engagement Plans;
  • Human Rights Assessments and Relevant Management Plans;
  • Gender Action Plans and Equal Opportunities Action Plans.
• Defining corrective action plans, monitoring measures and verification approaches to support compliance with lender requirements and international good practice.

ESG and Lender Advisory

• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients seeking alignment with IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles, EBRD Environmental and Social Requirements, World Bank Environmental and Social Framework, ADB SPS and other international ESG frameworks.
• Supporting lenders and developers through project financing processes, including pre-financial close due diligence, construction monitoring and operational ESG reviews.
• Providing strategic advice on social performance, responsible sourcing, labour rights and human rights due diligence.

Project and Client Leadership

• Managing multidisciplinary project teams and the successful delivery of complex international assignments across multiple geographies.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, financial institutions and development partners.
• Supporting business development activities, including proposal preparation, client engagement and technical leadership in bids and tenders.
• Identifying growth opportunities in social sustainability, responsible business conduct and ESG advisory services.

• Degree in social sciences, development studies, anthropology, sociology, geography, environmental management, international development or related discipline.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Significant professional experience in social sustainability, social performance, ESG advisory or international development.

Technical Expertise

Demonstrated expertise in several of the following:

• Social Impact Assessment (SIA);
• Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD);
• Land Acquisition and Resettlement;
• Livelihood Restoration;
• Human Rights Due Diligence;
• Labour and Working Conditions;
• Gender Equality and Social Inclusion;
• Stakeholder Engagement and Community Development;
• Social Performance Monitoring;
• ESG and Sustainable Finance advisory.

International Standards

Strong project finance / lender advisory background and working knowledge of:

• IFC Performance Standards;
• Equator Principles EP4;
• EBRD Environmental and Social Requirements;
• World Bank Environmental and Social Framework;
• ADB Environmental and Social Framework/Safeguards;
• UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights;
• OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises.

BGV:

• Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.

• Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Transportation & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Power & Energy, Resources and Industry sectors, as well as offering strategic advisory services. Our talented people around the globe engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

With approximately 4,000 talented people across 3 locations (Noida, Bengaluru & Mumbai offices) in India and more than 73,000 globally, in 550 offices across 40 countries, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

At “WSP” we draw on the diverse skills and capabilities of our employees globally to compete for the most exciting and complex projects across the world and bring the same level of expertise to our local communities. We are proud to be an international collective of innovative thinkers who work on the most complex problems. Unified under one strong brand, we use our local expertise, international reach and global scale to prepare our cities and environments for the future, connect communities and help societies thrive in built and natural ecosystems. True to our guiding principles, our business is built on four cornerstones: Our People, Our Clients, Our Operational Excellence and Our Expertise.

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• Passionate people doing purposeful and sustainable work that helps shape our communities and the future.
• A collaborative team that thrives on challenges and unconventional thinking.
• A network of experts channeling our curiosity into creating solutions for complex issues.

Inspired by diversity, driven by inclusion, we work with passion and purpose.

Working with Us

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Our Hybrid Working Module

With us, you can operate in a flexible, agile, yet structured work environment and follow a Hybrid Work Model.

• Maximize collaboration.
• Maintain product quality and cultural integrity.
• Balance community, collaboration, opportunity, productivity, and efficiency.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Our people are our greatest asset, and we prioritize a safe work environment. Health, safety, and wellbeing are integral to our culture, with each of us accountable for fostering a safe workplace through our “Making Health and Safety Personal” initiative. Our Zero Harm Vision drives us to reduce risks through innovative solutions, earning recognition for our global health and safety practices with the prestigious RoSPA Health and Safety Awards for six consecutive years.

Inclusivity and Diversity

WSP India is dedicated to fostering a sustainable and inclusive work environment where our greatest strength - Our People -feel valued, respected, and supported. We ensure an unbiased approach in hiring, promotion, and performance evaluation, regardless of age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability, education, social status, or cultural background.

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