Environmental Manager - Cape TownFull job descriptionDue to the continuing success and growth of our AESG team, a fantastic opportunity has opened up at our award-winning Specialist Consultancy, Engineering, and Advisory Firm.We are headquartered in London, Singapore, and Dubai, working throughout the Middle East, Europe and Asia. Our areas of expertise are represented in four core verticals: Building Engineering, Planning and Infrastructure, Strategy and Advisory and Commissioning, Handover and Asset Management.We pride ourselves in being leaders in the industry in each of the services that we offer. We have one of the largest dedicated teams with decades of cumulative experience in sustainable design, fire and life safety, façade engineering, commissioning, building performance, waste management, environmental consultancy, carbon management, and acoustics.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Environmental Manager, who will be the de-facto lead of AESGs environmental division in South Africa. The Environmental Manager will lead a remote project management and project delivery arm of AESGs environmental division, working with colleagues across the Middle East. The two primary purposes of the role, at least in the early days, will be: report writing, and project management. The role will also require the individual to assist in the growth and development of AESGs environmental team in-country, including all aspects of line management, recruitment, resource management, and business planning.The ideal candidate fits the below profile:Strong communication skillsMotivated and self-driven (entrepreneurial outlook)Committed to technical excellenceGood relationship builders (internal and external)Collaborative personalityKey Responsibilities:Assist in the management of complex projects, including project management and report writingWork closely with project teams from across AESGLead on the QA/QC of reports generated from South AfricaBecome a key member of the senior leadership team within the environmental divisionAssist in the generation of repeat work with clientsAssist in the continual growth of the South African businessDelivery of environmental consultancy projects to high levels of quality within project deadlinesWhere applicable, development of strong relationships with existing and new clients through project deliveryProvide guidance and leadership to more junior team members and provide formal mentorship and line managementProvide both a project management and project director role for specific, separate, projectsEssential Skills:Bachelors degree in an Environmental disciplineMinimum 12 years experience with at least 5 years working as an Environmental ManagerIndependent project management of complex issuesTechnical expertise and leadership, particularly in EIA/ESIA/EMPAbility to independently represent the company in client facing role and manage client satisfaction.Line management and ensuring continuous technical improvement within the divisionWhy join AESG?AESG is a multidisciplinary specialist consultancy, offering a consultancy service and work environment like no other.Through our world-class reputation for innovative thinking, pushing projects to outperform expectations through smart application of planning, engineering and architectural solutions, our project portfolio includes some of the world's most forward-thinking and exciting new developments.The success of our company is built on the success of individuals. Our ability to achieve what we have is because our staff are driven, passionate and love what they do.As an employee of AESG you can expect:A huge amount of freedom for our high-performing employeesGreat career opportunities as the company continues to grow, with access to huge variety of projects and incredible clientsWorking on some of the worlds leading developments and tackling our clients greatest challengesCommitment in building on your areas of specialism and focal interest points, supporting your professional development through a structured training and mentorship programHighly collaborative approach across the different technical service offeringsPromotion of the importance of health and well-being of the team, including team-building fitness activities, social events and the provision of a healthy work environmentTo be part of a dynamic and motivated team with an amazing team culture
