ESG & Climate Change Consultant

Ref No. JD-098 Rev2

Candidate shall be assigned to oversee an internationally based integrated consultancy and advisory team.

Company:

Alpin Limited is a leading sustainability consultant in the Middle East, with its global headquarters in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi—the world's first sustainable city. We're on a mission to transform the built environment by providing innovative commissioning, sustainability, and climate change solutions. As a company, we are committed to thought leadership and making a tangible difference in the world. We pride ourselves on having a diverse, multicultural team of experts who are passionate about creating a more sustainable future. At Alpin, you'll be part of a dynamic, "young-at-heart" culture that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

To know more about Alpin Limited and its services and projects please visit www.alpinme.com

Reports Directly to:

Head of Climate Change & Policy

Roles and Responsibilities:

· Member of Climate Change & Policies team.

· Manage implementation and documentation of sustainability policies.

· Manage schedules, resourcing, tasks, and quality control for projects.

· Ensure all required reporting for internal and external stakeholders is completed according to applicable frameworks.

· Track and manage the project team’s compliance with applicable policies, standards, and strategies.

· Act as main focal point of contact with clients and project teams.

· Participate in development, update, enhancement, and implementation of Climate Change & Sustainability Policies.

· Apply project management principles: scheduling, resource leveling, effective meetings, client relations.

· Develop technical strategies for energy, carbon, water, and waste management, mitigation, reduction, and neutrality.

· Prepare and deliver technical and promotional presentations.

· Deliver White Papers as required by line managers.

· Support the company in its rapid growth plans.

· Conduct product and technology research.

· Contribute to regional publications, lectures, teaching assignments, speaking engagements, and webinars/seminars.

· Maintain internal KPIs and strive for continuous personal development.

· Open for secondment roles.

· Capable of business travel.

HSE Responsibilities:

· Follow ALPIN’s Integrated Management System and contribute to minimizing individual environmental impact.

· Act within legal responsibilities and comply with the Company’s Quality, Environment, and HSE policies.

Core Skills and Experience:

· 5+ years of relevant experience (essential)

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or related field

· Strong English (very strong written & spoken)

· Preferred additional language: French, Arabic

· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with clients and consultants

· High emotional and social intelligence

· Experience managing multidisciplinary project teams

· Background in built environment sector

· Working knowledge of MEP, construction management, and design

· Experience on at least 5 sustainability consultancy projects

· Knowledge of current climate change issues, protocols, and carbon accounting (GHG Protocol)

· Familiar with net zero strategies and associated standards

· Knowledge of current sustainability standards: LEED, Al Sa’fat, Estidama, Mostadam, BREEAM

· Preferred or commitment to achieve LEED AP, Estidama, BREEAM, or other relevant certifications

· UAE experience

· Excellent planning, organizational, and self-management skills

· Strong communication skills (written, electronic, spoken)

· Hands-on engineering and project management skills (PMP preferred)

· UAE driver’s license and personal transportation

· Passport for regional travel

Key Experience:

· GHG Assessment Experience: Conducted GHG emissions assessments or carbon footprint studies; experience supporting or developing net zero strategies; familiarity with Scope 1, 2, 3, SBTi, and Science-Based Targets

· ESG Advisory & Reporting Experience: Worked on ESG strategies, materiality assessments, or sustainability reporting (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD)

· Climate Risk Assessment: Contributed to or conducted climate risk or vulnerability assessments

· Green Building / Sustainable Design Knowledge: Familiarity with LEED, BREEAM, or other sustainable building certifications

· Analytical & Modelling Skills: Experience using carbon accounting tools or modelling platforms (Excel-based tools, OpenLCA, OneClick LCA)