Environmental Planner

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.