Senior Consultant - Government Advisory - Environmental Science

Job Description: Senior Consultant - Government Advisory - Environmental Science About Amber & Mark At Amber & Mark, we partner with Governments, Public Institutions, Infrastructure Agencies, Development Finance Institutions, and Private Sector Organisations to transform strategic opportunities into successful transactions and development outcomes. We believe advisory must extend beyond planning and focus on enabling implementation, investment mobilisation, and long-term value creation. Our teams work closely with government departments, urban local bodies, infrastructure agencies, financial institutions, and private investors across sectors including infrastructure, urban development, transport, energy, water, tourism, industrial development, and public-private partnerships.

Position Details: Position Title: Senior Consultant - Government Advisory - Environmental Science Number of Positions: 01 Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan Reporting To: Senior Consultant / Engagement Manager Employment Type: Full-time Experience Required: 10+ Years Educational Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Ecology, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Geography, Sustainability Studies, or related disciplines may apply for this position. Master's Degree (Preferred/Advantageous): Candidates with an M.Sc., M.Tech., M.E., M.A., or other relevant postgraduate qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Ecology, Climate Change, Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, or related disciplines will be preferred. Additional preference will be given to candidates possessing: Certifications in environmental impact assessment, sustainability, climate risk, or environmental management systems.

Professional certifications in GIS, remote sensing, or environmental monitoring. Knowledge of environmental regulations, compliance frameworks, and permitting processes. Membership of recognised professional environmental or sustainability bodies.

Specialized qualifications in climate resilience, ESG, waste management, or biodiversity conservation Relevant Work Experience Candidates with 10+ years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, environmental management, sustainability advisory, compliance monitoring, ecosystem assessment, climate resilience, or government environmental projects are eligible to apply for this position. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in: Environmental assessment and monitoring. Environmental impact assessment and compliance.

Sustainability planning and ESG advisory. Climate change and resilience initiatives. Waste management and pollution control.

Biodiversity, ecology, and natural resource conservation. Government environmental projects and public sector engagement. Technical advisory, field assessments, and environmental reporting Experience across infrastructure, industry, mining, urban development, water, energy, or public policy projects will be an added advantage.

Role Overview The Senior Consultant - Government Advisory - Environmental Science will provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise across environmental assessments, sustainability, compliance, climate resilience, and public sector advisory assignments. The role requires strong analytical capability, environmental knowledge, and the ability to engage effectively with government departments, regulators, public agencies, implementation partners, and industry stakeholders. The selected candidate will support projects involving environmental policy, impact assessments, sustainability planning, compliance reviews, field investigations, and environmental governance initiatives.

Roles & Responsibilities Environmental Advisory & Technical Leadership Provide technical leadership on environmental advisory assignments involving environmental assessments, sustainability planning, compliance support, and environmental governance strategy. Environmental Impact Assessment & Compliance Support preparation and review of environmental impact assessments, baseline studies, compliance reports, mitigation plans, and statutory environmental submissions. Sustainability & Climate Advisory Advise on sustainability strategies, climate adaptation, climate resilience, ESG frameworks, resource efficiency, and low-impact development approaches.

Pollution Control & Waste Management Support clients and government bodies on air, water, soil, and noise pollution control, waste management systems, hazardous waste handling, and environmental mitigation measures. Ecology, Biodiversity & Natural Resource Assessment Conduct and review ecological studies, biodiversity assessments, habitat evaluations, and natural resource impact analyses for projects and policy assignments. Regulatory Compliance & Statutory Advisory Advise on compliance with environmental laws, clearances, consent frameworks, monitoring requirements, and regulatory obligations applicable to public and private sector projects Government & Public Sector Advisory Support government departments, public agencies, and regulatory bodies on environmental policy, sustainability frameworks, circular economy initiatives, and institutional strengthening.

Data Analysis & Technical Reporting Prepare and review environmental reports, assessments, compliance documents, technical notes, and executive presentations. Stakeholder Engagement Engage with government officials, regulators, consultants, project proponents, community representatives, and technical teams to support project delivery and sector engagement. Capacity Building & Knowledge Transfer Design and deliver training programmes, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions on environmental regulations, sustainability practices, and monitoring systems.

Field Assessments & Site Reviews Lead field visits, environmental audits, site inspections, monitoring exercises, and verification assessments across project locations. Additional Project Responsibilities Undertake any additional responsibilities assigned by the Engagement Manager or Senior Leadership in alignment with project requirements and organisational priorities. Skills Environmental Science & Management : Strong expertise in environmental systems, sustainability, pollution control, and natural resource management.

Environmental Assessment & Compliance : Proficiency in environmental assessments, compliance monitoring, and regulatory reporting. Ecology & Biodiversity : Experience in ecological studies, biodiversity impact assessment, and habitat evaluation. Climate & Sustainability Advisory : Ability to support climate resilience, ESG, and sustainability strategy development.

Technical Advisory & Due Diligence : Ability to assess environmental risks, identify compliance gaps, and provide strategic recommendations. Technical Report Writing : Strong capability in preparing environmental reports, compliance documents, and executive presentations. Stakeholder Management : Ability to engage effectively with regulators, government officials, consultants, project teams, and community stakeholders Competencies Strategic Thinking: Ability to assess environmental challenges and develop practical, sustainable solutions.

Analytical Excellence: Strong capability to analyse environmental, ecological, and compliance information for informed decision-making. Problem Solving: Ability to identify environmental risks, compliance issues, and implementation challenges and develop effective mitigation strategies. Leadership & Team Collaboration: Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and collaborate effectively across technical and advisory environments.

Communication & Articulation: Ability to communicate complex environmental concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Ownership & Accountability: Demonstrates full ownership of project outcomes, technical quality, client engagement, and delivery timelines. Professional Conduct: Maintains integrity, objectivity, confidentiality, and high ethical standards across all professional engagements.

Tools & Technical Proficiency Mandatory MS Excel (Advanced). MS PowerPoint. MS Word.

ArcGIS / QGIS. Environmental data analysis tools. Basic statistical tools.

Reporting and documentation tools. Project management tool. Desired Remote sensing platforms.

Power BI. Python. R.

Tableau. Environmental modelling tools. EIA / ESG software platforms.

Drone and field survey interpretation tools Preferred Candidate Profile The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in environmental science, environmental management, compliance, sustainability, and government advisory. Candidates with experience in consulting firms, environmental consultancies, government departments . click apply for full job details