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Consultant- Biodiversity Impact Assessment Specialist

Ramboll · Gurugram, , India
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Job Description

Job Location - Gurugram/Noida/Mumbai

We are seeking an experienced Biodiversity Impact Assessment Specialist with ~4 years’ relevant experience to join our environmental consulting team in India. The role involves planning and delivering biodiversity baseline surveys, impact assessments, mitigation and monitoring plans for infrastructure, energy, mining, and development projects to meet Indian regulatory requirements and international standards (e.g., MoEFCC processes, Wildlife Protection Act, Biological Diversity Act, IFC Performance Standards, IUCN/CBD guidance).

Key responsibilities

  • Lead and/or support biodiversity baseline studies and field surveys (fauna, flora, habitats) across project sites in India.
  • Design and implement survey programs using standard methods (camera trapping, point counts, transects, quadrats, aquatic sampling, vegetation mapping).
  • Identify species and habitats; assess conservation status using national lists and IUCN Red List; prepare species accounts.
  • Produce technical biodiversity chapters for Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) and stand‑alone Biodiversity Impact Assessments (BIA).
  • Apply impact assessment methods and the mitigation hierarchy (avoidance, minimization, restoration, offset) and develop Biodiversity Management Plans (BMPs), Habitat Restoration Plans and offset proposals where required.
  • Conduct field-based monitoring and compliance audits, including biodiversity monitoring protocols and reporting.
  • Use GIS and spatial analysis (ArcGIS/QGIS) to map habitats, protected areas, corridors and sensitive receptors; integrate spatial outputs into reports.
  • Support permitting and clearance processes (forest/wildlife/biological diversity clearances) and prepare documentation for regulators and clients.
  • Liaise with stakeholders — local communities, government agencies, NGOs, and multidisciplinary project teams — and contribute to stakeholder consultations.
  • Contribute to client meetings, deliver presentations, and provide training and capacity building for project teams and stakeholders.
  • Ensure quality control of data, analyses and deliverables; adhere to health, safety and environmental policies during fieldwork.

Qualifications

Required qualifications & experience

  • Master’s degree in Ecology, Biodiversity, Environmental Science, Forestry, Zoology, Botany or related field. Strong undergraduate degree acceptable with exceptional experience.
  • Minimum ~4 years’ professional experience in biodiversity surveys and impact assessment work in India (field and desk-based).
  • Proven experience preparing biodiversity chapters for ESIAs or BIAs and writing technical reports for clients and regulators.
  • Hands‑on field survey experience (terrestrial and/or aquatic) including species identification and standard field methods.
  • Competence in GIS (ArcGIS or QGIS) and mapping; basic data analysis skills (Excel, R or Python preferred).
  • Knowledge of Indian biodiversity laws and regulatory processes (MoEFCC, Forest Conservation Act, Wildlife Protection Act, Biological Diversity Act) and international standards (IFC PS, IUCN).
  • Good written and verbal English. Local language skills (Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Bengali etc.) a plus for stakeholder engagement.
  • Willingness to travel frequently and undertake extended fieldwork under varied conditions.

Desirable skills

  • Experience with specialist survey techniques (camera trapping, acoustic monitoring, telemetry).
  • Experience designing and monitoring biodiversity offsets and restoration projects.
  • Familiarity with conservation planning tools (e.g., Marxan), habitat modeling, or remote sensing.
  • Experience working on infrastructure projects (roads/rail/energy/mining/ports) and understanding of construction-phase mitigation.
  • Experience with permitting/supporting approvals from Indian authorities.

Behavioural competencies

  • Strong report-writing and presentation skills; attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Team player who can work across multidisciplinary teams and with external stakeholders.
  • Problem-solving mindset, adaptable, and able to work in remote/field environments.
  • Commitment to ethical, inclusive and environmentally responsible practice

Additional Information

What we can offer you

  • Commitment to your development.
  • Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles.
  • A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are.
  • Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects.
  • The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company.
  • Work that reflects your interests and passions, with a high degree of job satisfaction.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application with your up-to-date CV. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

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We believe in the strength of diversity and know that unique experiences and perspectives are vital for creating truly sustainable societies. Therefore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can flourish and reach their potential. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage you to contact our recruitment team to discuss any accommodations you need during the application process.

Company Description

About Ramboll

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

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