Environmental Planner

Hill International • Muscat • 2d ago

Position Title: Environmental Planner

Location: Muscat, Oman

Reporting to: Program Director

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

Conduct environmental impact assessments (EIAs) to evaluate the potential effects of development projects on the environment, including air and water quality, wildlife habitat, and ecosystems.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations and standards.
Develop land use plans and policies that aim to minimize the environmental impact of development while supporting sustainable growth.
Promote sustainability and resilience by integrating green infrastructure, conservation areas, and other eco-friendly practices into land use plans and projects.
Engage with stakeholders, including community members, local government officials, and developers, to gather input, address concerns, and build support for environmental planning initiatives.
Work to protect and enhance natural habitats and biodiversity through conservation efforts and wildlife corridors.
Collaborate with agencies and organizations to manage natural resources, including forests, water resources, and agricultural land, while ensuring sustainability and protection.
Formulate policies, ordinances, and regulations that guide land use and development with an environmental focus.
Use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and data analysis tools to map environmental features and assess their impact.
Continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of environmental plans and projects to adapt strategies as needed.
Communicate findings, recommendations, and plans to the public and government bodies through presentations and reports.
Perform other duties as assigned by the client and the line manager.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

Bachelors degree in civil engineering, environmental planning, environmental science, urban planning, or equivalent.
A postgraduate degree in Engineering or an MBA will be considered a plus.
At least 10+ years of experience working on large scale green field infrastructure development projects.
Ideally, a combination of Development experience and more traditional PMO experience.
PMP, PMI, CIOB or equivalent certification is strongly preferred.
Strong track record in delivering projects in a fast-moving and challenging environment.
Proven experience in building & infrastructure and leading high-performing teams.
Computer literate in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
Excellent command of written and spoken English.

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