ESG And Climate Change Consultant
. 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 worlds first sustainable city. Were 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, youll be part of a dynamic, "young-at-heart" culture that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
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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.
- 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.
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
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, One Click LCA)
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