WSP

Job Description

The WSP is currently seeking to recruit Associate Consultant- ESG, Climate Change and Carbon Advisory team to work with our Middle East Earth and Environment Advisory Services team. The successful applicant will operate within a team of environmental and sustainability professionals in Bangalore/Noida/Mumbai delivering the highest standards of technical work and aiding the continued success of the team by being an integral part of our client focused delivery of projects. The Associate Consultant – ESG, Climate Change & Carbon will support the delivery of sustainability, climate action, and decarbonization projects for clients across sectors. The role involves conducting ESG assessments, GHG accounting, climate risk analysis, data modelling, benchmarking, report writing, and supporting strategy formulation aligned with global standards such as GRI, CDP, TCFD, SBTi and BRSR.

The ideal candidate should have foundational knowledge of sustainability frameworks, strong analytical capability, and passion for climate action, corporate ESG transformation, and low‑carbon solutions.

You will be joining a well-respected, large and dynamic team with a wide range of clients across different markets and sectors including national and local government, industrial, commercial and scientific sectors.

Responsibilities

Successful candidate must have:

• Support ESG maturity assessments, gap analysis, peer benchmarking, and materiality assessments.
• Assist in developing ESG strategies, roadmaps, and performance improvement plans.
• Contribute to ESG reporting aligned with frameworks such as GRI, BRSR, SASB, ISSB etc.
• Research emerging ESG regulations, sector trends and investor expectations.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently to deliver ESG, climate change and carbon reduction consulting services to clients
• Conduct carbon footprint assessments and develop carbon reduction strategies for clients
• Provide expertise and guidance on sustainability best practices, including renewable energy, energy efficiency, and waste reduction
• Develop and implement sustainable business solutions and assist clients in achieving their sustainability goals
• Stay up to date on the latest industry trends and best practices in ESG, climate change and carbon reduction
• Contribute to technical proposals and build relationships with potential clients
• Manage and track engagement budgets and invoicing
• Lead and manage client meetings, presentations, deliverables, report submissions

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Engineering in relevant discipline (Architecture, Mechanical/Electrical/Environmental Science or other relevant discipline).
• Working knowledge of ESG frameworks: GRI, BRSR, SASB, ISSB, UN SDGs.
• Understanding of climate science, GHG Protocol, SBTi, and Net Zero methodologies.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or data tools.
• Master’s degree and international work exposure is a plus (Middle East experience preferred).
• 15+ years of professional experience.
• Ability to work across multiple disciplines and a flexible mindset to working.
• Excellent written English and verbal communication, presentation and organisational skills.
• Experience of working on multiple projects, simultaneously.
• Collaborative mindset and outcome driven working method.

BGV:

• Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.
• Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Transportation & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Power & Energy, Resources and Industry sectors, as well as offering strategic advisory services. Our talented people around the globe engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

With approximately 4,000 talented people across 3 locations (Noida, Bengaluru & Mumbai offices) in India and more than 73,000 globally, in 550 offices across 40 countries, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

At “WSP” we draw on the diverse skills and capabilities of our employees globally to compete for the most exciting and complex projects across the world and bring the same level of expertise to our local communities. We are proud to be an international collective of innovative thinkers who work on the most complex problems. Unified under one strong brand, we use our local expertise, international reach and global scale to prepare our cities and environments for the future, connect communities and help societies thrive in built and natural ecosystems. True to our guiding principles, our business is built on four cornerstones: Our People, Our Clients, Our Operational Excellence and Our Expertise.

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We are

• Passionate people doing purposeful and sustainable work that helps shape our communities and the future.
• A collaborative team that thrives on challenges and unconventional thinking.
• A network of experts channeling our curiosity into creating solutions for complex issues.

Inspired by diversity, driven by inclusion, we work with passion and purpose.

Working with Us

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Our Hybrid Working Module

With us, you can operate in a flexible, agile, yet structured work environment and follow a Hybrid Work Model.

• Maximize collaboration.
• Maintain product quality and cultural integrity.
• Balance community, collaboration, opportunity, productivity, and efficiency.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Our people are our greatest asset, and we prioritize a safe work environment. Health, safety, and wellbeing are integral to our culture, with each of us accountable for fostering a safe workplace through our “Making Health and Safety Personal” initiative. Our Zero Harm Vision drives us to reduce risks through innovative solutions, earning recognition for our global health and safety practices with the prestigious RoSPA Health and Safety Awards for six consecutive years.

Inclusivity and Diversity

WSP India is dedicated to fostering a sustainable and inclusive work environment where our greatest strength - Our People -feel valued, respected, and supported. We ensure an unbiased approach in hiring, promotion, and performance evaluation, regardless of age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability, education, social status, or cultural background.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of over 73,300 talented global professionals dedicated to making a positive impact. Together, we can make a difference in communities both near and far.

With us, you can.

Apply today.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.