Junior Environmental Consultant (Geologist, Hydrogeologist or Environmental Engineer)

ERM Swiss GmbH is seeking a motivated market-facing Consultant to join Central Europe’s Corporate Sustainability Service team as a Managing Consultant, with primary focus on business development and project management to ultimately establish deeper relationships with our clients. The role will preferably be based in Lausanne, Switzerland.

"The business of sustainability" reflects what we do to support our clients as they strive to attain their business goals. Sustainability and business are now inextricably linked and as an expert in sustainability, we play a role in helping companies achieve their objectives with an understanding of how this affects wider society and the environment. We intend to contribute even more to the global dialogue on sustainability and expect our work on sustainability challenges and opportunities to deliver growth in our business. Sustainability is our business.

Location: Lausanne, Sierre or Zurich

Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours weekly

Primary Responsibilities:

As a Junior Consultant, you will support the Swiss Liability Portfolio Management and Remediation (LPMR) team in investigating contaminated sites, evaluating restructuring strategies, and assisting in their implementation.

Your role will involve:

• Assisting in the development and execution of targeted restructuring strategies for our clients.
• Supporting project management tasks, such as preparing proposals, budget tracking, invoicing, planning investigations, coordinating subcontractors, and preparing reports—all under the guidance of your team and supervisors.
• Contributing to projects related to soil and groundwater remediation, including feasibility studies, remediation planning, and monitoring.
• Participating in internal technical events (Technical Community Calls) and training sessions (e.g., project management) to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Playing an active role in occupational safety and health protection, in line with ERM's commitment to workplace safety.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field, with an interest in contaminated site investigation, groundwater remediation, and project coordination.
• Basic knowledge of site investigation methods, remediation planning, and feasibility studies, with a willingness to learn and develop expertise in analyzing environmental data.
• Some experience or academic exposure to project coordination, budgeting, proposal preparation, and subcontractor management.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams and contribute to knowledge sharing.
• Commitment to occupational health and safety practices, with an awareness of risk identification and accident prevention.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and an interest in Swiss environmental regulations.
• Fluency in French and English is essential. German language skills are advantageous.

Benefits:

• 30 Days of Annual Leave: You will be able to enjoy 30 days of annual leave to take time to rest and recharge, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Sick Pay: We provide comprehensive sick pay to support you during illness, allowing you to focus on your recovery without financial worries.
• Company Pension Scheme: Plan confidently for your future with our company pension scheme, helping you build a solid financial foundation for retirement.
• Employee Assistance Program: Your well-being is important to us. Our employee assistance program offers professional support and counseling for personal or work-related challenges.
• Accident Insurance: Your safety is our concern. Our accident insurance provides additional protection and peace of mind in unforeseen situations.
• Flexible Working Hours: We understand life's demands. Enjoy the flexibility to choose your working hours to meet personal commitments.
• Hybrid Work Model: Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to work both in the office and remotely.
• Workcation: Spark your creativity and work from inspiring locations with our Workcation program.
• Profit Sharing Program: Your dedication contributes to our success. With our profit-sharing program, you will benefit from the company's achievements and growth.

To Apply:

If you share our values, want to contribute to a better tomorrow and are interested in this role, please send us your CV, in English, by submitting your application via our careers page.

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