EU Green Transition Officer – Green Transition

Requisition Number: 23761BR Description: Stantec is a leading European consultancy specializing in climate policy, sustainability strategy, and delivering services to the European Institutions. We support public and private sector clients in navigating the green transition through tailored climate services, strategic advice, and successful participation in EU environment consultancy services. At Stantec, we believe that growing into a leading consulting services company happens from the inside out. We are constantly looking for people who use every talent they possess and demonstrate determination, team spirit, and a drive to achieve the extraordinary. Stantec’s Belgium office is the headquarters of our European Institutions unit.. We combine expertise in providing sustainable solutions to Climate change and energy transition challenges in the EU and in partners countries. We are currently seeking to recruit a full-time (m/f): EU Green Transition Officer Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable EU Green Transition Officer to join our growing team. The successful candidate will lead and support the development of climate services and the preparation of competitive proposals for EU service contracts and their implementation. This role is ideal for someone with a strong grasp of EU environment and climate policies, experience in consultancy or project-based environments, and a passion for sustainability and innovation. Key Responsibilities: EU Tendering & Proposal Development: Identify relevant EU tendering opportunities (e.g., Horizon Europe, LIFE, Interreg). Lead or contribute to the preparation of technical and financial proposals, including consortium coordination and bid writing. Ensure compliance with EU guidelines and tender specifications. Staying aware of activities of the European Commission, particularly its Executive Agencies (CINEA, REA, etc.). Identify and assess new project opportunities, capturing and gathering intelligence on funding priorities and upcoming calls for tenders. Strategically develop client portfolios within Stantec’s core sectors (energy, environment, climate change) ensuring alignment with EU funding programmes and tendering opportunities. Project Implementation & Monitoring: Manage EU-funded projects, ensuring timely delivery of outputs, compliance with contractual obligations, and achievement of sustainability goals. Prepare technical reports, deliverables, and communication materials for EU project. Coordinate with partners, clients, and stakeholders across Europe. Stakeholder Engagement & Capacity Building: Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and stakeholder consultations. Represent the consultancy at EU events, conferences, and networking opportunities. What we offer A permanent full-time contract based in Belgium (Netherlands may be considered.), offering strong career development opportunities in the European Institutions consultancy market. A dynamic and international work environment, collaborating with top experts and EU institutions. Continuous opportunities to enhance technical skills and expertise through project implementation, and regular training. Qualifications: Desirable Attributes: Strategic thinker with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multicultural environment. Passion for sustainability and climate action. If you are ready to work in a fast-moving, international environment, please send your detailed CV (in English only) in electronic format quoting EUGTO/2025 to: thomas.leonard@stantec.com About Stantec: We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind. Our global network of 32,000 employees in over 450 locations across six continents collaborates to bring projects to life, from initial concept through implementation. Join us and redefine your personal best Work Location(s):Belgium, Belgium-La Hulpe Employment Type: Full-Time Job Type: Regular