Principal Waste Consultant

AESG is an international specialist consultancy, engineering, and advisory firm, with offices in Dubai, Riyadh, London, Cape Town, Sydney, Cairo and Singapore, dedicated to helping solve our client's greatest challenges, through collaboration, innovation, and advanced technical solutions. With unparalleled experience, gained from working on hundreds of projects, our multi-disciplinary team of Architects, Planners, Engineers, Scientists, Modelers, and Project Managers work alongside our clients to deliver effective solutions that stand the test of time.

Job Purpose:

• Provide strategic leadership in the planning, development, and delivery of high-profile waste management projects and programmes.
• Oversee and direct project teams in the execution of complex waste management consultancy assignments.
• Drive innovation and thought leadership in waste strategy, circular economy, and sustainable infrastructure development.
• Lead client engagement at senior levels, building long-term partnerships and securing major projects.
• Take responsibility for the financial performance of projects and contribute to divisional targets.
• Represent AESG in industry forums, conferences, and working groups, enhancing the companys visibility and thought leadership in the waste management sector.

Qualification:

• Masters degree in Waste Management, Environmental Engineering/Science, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in waste management consultancy, with a strong track record of managing large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects.
• In-depth knowledge of advanced waste treatment, resource recovery, and recycling technologies.
• Demonstrated experience in policy development, strategy formulation, and advisory at government or senior corporate level.

Responsibilities:

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams in the delivery of large and complex projects, ensuring high-quality outputs and client satisfaction.
• Provide expert strategic advice on waste management policy, planning, and infrastructure development.

• Develop long-term business strategies to expand AESGs waste management service offerings and market presence.

• Secure new business through active involvement in proposals, bids, client negotiations, and networking.

• Mentor and develop senior and mid-level consultants, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

• Take ownership of financial management of major projects, ensuring profitability, cost control, and timely delivery.

• Engage with regulators, policymakers, and industry leaders to influence sector direction and support AESGs growth.

Skills:

• Recognised authority and thought leader in waste management, circular economy, and sustainable resource systems.
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and inspire collaboration across disciplines.
• Strong strategic and commercial acumen, with the ability to drive business growth.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills at senior levels.
• Advanced knowledge of waste policy, infrastructure, technologies, modelling, and financing mechanisms.