Nature-Based Solutions, Subject Matter Expert

Company Description

Nature Based Solutions Subject Matter Expert

Location: Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest.

Inviting bright minds

Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative, and empowering culture? We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions strive to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies, and people around the world.

We invite you to bring your technical and professional capabilities into play as you are part of the sustainable growth of Ramboll’s innovative, high-quality, and sustainable water practice, especially in the areas of nature-based solutions (NbS), integrated watershed management, climate adaptation and resiliency, and conservation planning and implementation for waterfront, shoreline, coastal and blue-green infrastructure, and water quality improvement projects.

You will join our Water team

As our new NbS subject matter expert (SME), you will be part of an internationally leading company within the area of climate resiliency and nature-based solutions. Our business strategy is framed by sustainability and a genuine aspiration to do more good. Making a difference is what motivates us and sets our strategic direction. You will join our international community of interdisciplinary colleagues united around our water story and work collaboratively with water colleagues across the Americas and internationally.

Your key role and responsibilities will include:

• Leads NbS business development opportunities and client development within service lines, spearheads, sectors, key accounts and/or growth initiatives;
• Lead technical designs and ensure high quality deliverables for the development, design and implementation of nature-based solutions (NbS) for shoreline, inland, and urban water programs to mitigate impacts of development and climate change.

• Lead and co-create technical approaches and win themes in the areas of nature-based solutions, including assessment of co-benefits related to NbS with our sales and proposal teams to demonstrate innovative and forward-thinking approaches that will enhance Ramboll’s brand and win success in climate adaptation, resiliency, and water resources projects.
• Enhance Ramboll brand via published papers, partnering engagements with higher education, and/or presentations related to subject matter expertise in NbS implementation.

Your starting point for constant growth

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

• • M.S Environmental or Civil Engineering or Applied Science degree with 15+ years of experience desired; demonstrated expertise accepted. 
  • Comprehensive experience in design of nature-based solutions and sustainable development.
  • Proven track record of integrating nature-based approaches to address challenges, strengthen resilience, and promote sustainable solutions within diverse water project scopes.
  • Strong verbal and written skills.

Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include: 

• Innovative thought leadership skills to develop innovative concepts; comprehensive design skills for NbS including understanding and coordination of related engineering trades; and ability to influence internal and external teams for implementation of sustainable nature-based solutions.
• Desire to mentor, guide, and coach team members.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Welcome to our Global Water division

At Ramboll, a global team of more than 1.200 bright water consultants support the development of sustainable societies, working with water projects on a global scale. We assist our clients on their most challenging water management issues, delivering solutions that enable people and nature to flourish. Our main service areas cover Water Infrastructure & Climate Adaptation, Water & Wastewater Treatment, and Water Resource Management.

Ramboll in the Americas

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. Ramboll has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices in the Americas, delivering innovative solutions within Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

An equal opportunity employer

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please reach out to our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process.

Salary Transparency Statement

At Ramboll, your base pay is only part of your overall total compensation package. At the time of this posting, this role is likely to be compensated at an annual rate between $130,000 - $165,000. Actual pay may be more or less than the posted range, depending on numerous factors, including experience, geographical location, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and skill level, and does not include bonuses, overtime, or other forms of compensation or benefits.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.