Environmental & Social Manager

Key Responsibilities 1. E&S Management System, Compliance and Standards Establish, implement and maintain the project Environmental & Social (E&S) Management System (ESMS), management procedures, work instructions and E&S risk registers in accordance with IFC Performance Standards, World Bank E&S requirements, applicable international E&S standards, the Owner’s E&S requirements, contractual E&S obligations and applicable local laws and regulations. Ensure comprehensive E&S compliance across key areas, including environmental and social impact management, land acquisition and resettlement, labor and working conditions, community health, safety and security, biodiversity conservation, water and soil conservation, noise and dust control, solid waste and hazardous waste management. Monitor and regularly update applicable local laws and regulatory requirements, conduct compliance assessments and ensure that all project construction activities comply with both international standards and applicable Uzbekistan regulatory requirements. Benchmark project E&S practices against international renewable energy projects and continuously improve the project E&S management framework. 2. On-site E&S Management and Monitoring Lead the identification, assessment and control of E&S risks throughout the construction phase of the wind power project, including wind turbine erection, electrical installation, temporary facilities, night-time construction and other high-risk activities. Coordinate environmental management activities covering dust emissions, noise, wastewater, solid waste, hazardous waste, vegetation protection, wildlife protection, erosion and sediment control, water and soil conservation, ecological restoration and rehabilitation. Conduct routine site inspections, track corrective actions and ensure timely close-out of E&S non-conformities, with proper documentation and audit trails. Manage E&S onboarding, induction and training for subcontractors, outsourced construction teams, equipment rental providers and local workers, and oversee compliance inspections, non-conformance management and corrective actions. 3. Social Performance and Community Relations Manage stakeholder and community relations in the project area, including engagement with local communities and village representatives, and identify and manage social risks arising from land acquisition, construction activities, community disturbance, road use, impacts on water resources and other project-related activities. Manage social grievances, community complaints and disputes, ensuring that issues are properly documented, investigated, addressed and closed out in accordance with the project’s grievance mechanism. Ensure compliance with labor and working conditions requirements, including working hours, occupational health, non-discrimination, prohibition of forced labor, and compliance with local employment and labor regulations. Coordinate community engagement, community development initiatives, public disclosure and consultation activities to meet the Owner’s social performance and stakeholder engagement requirements. 4. Regulatory Submissions, Reporting and Owner/Engineer Interface Serve as the primary E&S interface with the Owner’s E&S team, Engineer/Consultant, local environmental authorities and relevant local government and community representatives. Prepare and submit E&S regulatory and contractual deliverables, including weekly and monthly E&S reports, thematic/specialist reports, compliance documentation and corrective action responses. Lead preparation for and coordination of Owner E&S inspections, spot checks, internal audits and third-party E&S audits, and ensure timely close-out and verification of audit findings. Maintain and standardize E&S registers, photographic records, inspection records, certificates, permits and other compliance documentation, ensuring proper document control and archiving in accordance with project requirements and final handover standards. Ensure complete and traceable E&S documentation for project completion, handover and final acceptance. 5. E&S Incident Management and Performance Improvement Establish and maintain E&S emergency response procedures and contingency plans for environmental exceedances, community incidents, stakeholder grievances, social unrest and other E&S emergencies. Lead E&S incident reporting, investigation, root cause analysis (RCA), corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and lessons-learned implementation. Coordinate E&S training programs, focused compliance campaigns, good housekeeping and environmentally responsible construction initiatives. Promote and monitor green construction and environmentally responsible site management practices throughout the project lifecycle. 6. Subcontractor E&S Management Review and assess subcontractors’ E&S qualifications, management plans, method statements and project-specific E&S measures prior to mobilization. Monitor subcontractor E&S performance and compliance, conduct performance assessments and inspections, and manage non-compliances, contractual penalties and corrective actions. Ensure that subcontractors meet all applicable Owner, project, international and local E&S requirements. Qualifications 1. Bachelor’s degree or above in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Social Sciences, Sustainability, Occupational Health & Safety or a related field. 2. At least 5 years of relevant E&S management experience, preferably with international wind power or renewable energy projects. 3. Solid knowledge of international E&S standards and requirements, with experience working against IFC Performance Standards, World Bank E&S requirements and international Owner standards. Experience with ACWA Power and/or L&T projects is highly preferred. Practical experience in managing E&S risks during the construction phase of international wind power projects, including environmental compliance, social performance, labor and working conditions, community relations, land acquisition and resettlement, biodiversity and pollution prevention and control. 4. Strong knowledge of Uzbekistan’s applicable environmental, labor, social and community-related regulatory requirements, with practical experience in managing E&S compliance for construction projects in Uzbekistan. Demonstrated ability to independently coordinate and interface with international Owners, Engineers/Consultants, auditors, government authorities and local communities, including supporting E&S audits, inspections and regulatory submissions. 5. Strong report-writing and documentation skills, with the ability to independently prepare E&S reports, corrective action responses, compliance documents and other project deliverables in English. 6. Good command of written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate effectively in meetings, prepare professional reports and coordinate with international stakeholders. 7. Strong stakeholder management, cross-cultural communication, problem-solving and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively with international Owners, local authorities, contractors, subcontractors and community stakeholders. 8. Strong sense of responsibility, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple E&S priorities in a fast-paced international project environment.