Environmental & Social Manager

Environmental & Social (E&S) Manager – Renewable Energy

We are recruiting for our renewable energy client seeking an experienced Environmental & Social (E&S) Manager to support and oversee environmental and social compliance across utility-scale renewable energy projects through development, construction and operations.

The successful candidate will ensure projects meet regulatory, permitting, and international environmental standards , while supporting the successful delivery of projects to financial close and operational stages.

Key Responsibilities (not limited to)

• Manage environmental and social permitting for renewable energy projects across development, construction and operations.

• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, permits, and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain and manage project permit registers and ensure ongoing compliance.

• Oversee environmental consultants and specialist service providers.

• Conduct environmental and social due diligence for new projects and acquisitions.

• Support projects to achieve Financial Close from an environmental and social compliance perspective.

• Implement ESMS frameworks aligned with IFC standards and Equator Principles.

• Provide environmental and social risk assessments and compliance reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, or similar field.

• Postgraduate qualification in Environmental Management, Environmental Law, or related discipline preferred.

• 8–15 years’ experience in environmental consulting, advisory or renewable energy projects.

• Strong knowledge of environmental permitting and regulatory compliance.

• Experience with REIPPPP or large infrastructure/energy projects advantageous.

• Strong stakeholder engagement, reporting and project management skills.