, headquartered in Paris, France, is an International multidisciplinary independent group offering a full range of engineering-related services in mobility, water, energy, building and industrial sectors, from technical expertise to complex project delivery, consulting, master planning & feasibility, design & engineering, construction & project management, asset & facility management, turnkey solutions. Artelia, having 10100+ employees and a turnover of EUR 1.15 Billion (2024). For more details visit www.arteliagroup.com
About the Artelia Consulting Engineers Limited
Artelia Consulting Engineers Limited (ACE) is based in Chennai, India
and is subsidiary company of
ARTELIA GROUP,
focusing on Engineering, Project Advisory, Infrastructure Consulting and Sustainability Advisory services across sectors and geographies. ACE projects spread across India, neighbouring countries of India, GCC countries, and Africa. Today, ACE competes with leading players in the industry, and its assignments have grown, spreading across more than 25 Indian States and also in countries like Cameroon, Senegal, DRC, Madagascar, Mali, Rwanda, Tanzania, Liberia, Ghana, Malawi, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Angola, Uganda, Kenya, Eswatini, Mauritius, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Qatar, Oman and Saudi Arabia. ACE has positioned itself as Knowledge hub blended with a strong underlay of social inclusion, capacity building and smart, sustainable solutions.
Senior Environmental and Social Expert
Location:
Chennai
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Experience Level:
10+ Years
Role Overview
We are seeking an Environmental and Social Expert with over a decade of experience in managing and advising on sustainability, environmental compliance, and social impact initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring strategic insight, technical expertise, and stakeholder engagement skills to drive responsible development across projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead environmental and social impact assessments (ESIA) for infrastructure, energy, and industrial projects
Develop and implement Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs)
Ensure compliance with national regulations and international standards (e.g., IFC Performance Standards, World Bank Safeguards)
Conduct stakeholder consultations and community engagement programs
Advise on climate resilience, biodiversity conservation, and pollution control strategies
Monitor and report on environmental and social performance indicators
Experience in obtaining Environmental clearances (EC), CTO etc.,
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, planners, and legais experts
Support ESG reporting and sustainability disclosures
Required Qualifications
Postgraduate degree in Environmental Science, Social Work, Sustainability, or related discipline
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in environmental and social domains
Proven track record in ESIA, ESMP, and stakeholder engagement
Familiarity with international environmental and social frameworks
Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills
Experience working with government agencies, multilateral banks, or private sector developers
Certification in ISO 14001, EHS, or similar standards
Experience in preparation of Environmental, Social, Health & Safety (ESHS) reports
Multilingual abilities and cross-cultural competence
Interested candidates are requested to share your resume to the mail id (aswini.kannan@arteliagroup.com) or