Strategisch Omgevingsdeskundige

The Buildings division within Sweco is a leader in sustainable solutions that have a positive impact on the built-up environment. Our engineers, architects and consultants ensure that the buildings of our clients are pleasant to live, work and stay in. For this we combine our recognised expertise with regard to design and study of structures and techniques, architecture, project management and various consultancy services with a good dose of innovation and sustainability. 
From the start of each project, we combine pragmatic solutions with creativity and we convert the needs of our clients into integrated solutions.

Are you an environmental expert familiar with environmental impact assessment reporting? Sweco’s Strategic Planning Team is looking for a driven person who enjoys taking the lead in preparing a SEA report. We work on numerous plans and projects that support a sustainable transition in our cities and open spaces. But what do these projects mean for their surroundings? Both legislation and society itself are increasing the ambition to safeguard air, soil, water, and nature quality. How can we maximize our focus on projects or interventions that make a positive contribution to the environment? We are eager to take on this challenge and are looking for integrated solutions

WHO WE ARE

Sweco shapes the sustainable communities and cities of the future. The Strategic Planning Team is a multidisciplinary research, planning, and design team within Sweco. Together, we translate the shared ambition “Transforming Society Together” into concrete visions and projects for spatial transition. We focus on climate adaptation, the construction shift, strong open-space landscapes, and a sustainable economy.

We work from several locations: Antwerp, Brussels, Ghent, Hasselt, and Leuven.

Would you like to take on these challenges with us? Then this vacancy might be something for you

JOB DESCRIPTION

• You work on preparing environmental impact assessments for strategic plans and projects, which may or may not comprehensively address various themes such as open space, construction shift, mobility, infrastructure, energy, economy, etc.
• Together with a team, you prepare a SEA report and provide strategic advice throughout the process.
• You translate technical knowledge and requirements regarding environmental aspects into strategic choices in plans and processes.
• You are the linchpin who maintains oversight of the SEA, both in terms of content and practically.
• You coordinate internally and externally with the client, the SEA team, and advisory bodies.
• You inform the SEA experts about progress, planning, and budget.
• You identify alternatives and scenarios.
• You carry out scoping and, together with the team, decide which disciplines are relevant.
• You regularly develop disciplines yourself.
• You keep an eye on the bigger picture, such as participation, communication, process facilitation, etc.
• You are ultimately responsible for the quality and readability of the SEA reports.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• You have a degree in bio-engineering, industrial engineering in environmental science, geography, or another relevant master’s degree, or equivalent experience.
• You have at least 3 years of relevant experience.
• You are interested in various transition projects in urban development, mobility, infrastructure, and/or energy. You are fascinated by the impact these projects have on society.
• You are recognized as a SEA coordinator, or you can qualify for this in the short term.
• You have affinity with the preparation of spatial policy plans, spatial implementation plans, regulations, and strategic projects.
• You keep a cool head in complex cases and peak periods.
• You have strong writing skills and can report in a clear and structured way.
• You are a team player and communicate well with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A full-time permanent contract.
• A pleasant working atmosphere in a strong team of committed professionals: discipline experts, spatial planners, designers, landscape architects, traffic experts, etc.
• A career in a growing and leading company where people come first.
• Extensive development and training opportunities, both internally through our own Sweco Academy and externally.
• An innovative compensation package (through our Flex Income Plan, you can tailor part of your compensation package yourself).
• Various additional mobility options such as shared bikes, public transport, etc.
• A varied job content.

We place great importance on transparent compensation. Therefore, we share the relevant employment conditions no later than the first interview.

WHAT DO WE OFFER
Sweco is working on complex sustainable and socially relevant projects that contribute to a better world.
Expertise and diversity: as an all-rounder, you can turn to fellow experts, national and international, to help shape your projects.
Innovative remuneration package: thanks to Sweco's Flex Income Plan, you can determine part of your salary package yourself and with the right pension scheme you are playing it safe.
Up-to-date tools: Sweco embraces new technologies such as AI and invests in contemporary, digital tools
Autonomy: Sweco encourages ownership and taking on responsibilities. In this way, you independently manage the internal planning and the financial part of your projects, among other things.
Tailor-made career: as a project leader you can broaden your knowledge within techniques, but you can also grow to e.g. an overarching project leader of multidisciplinary projects
Various development and training opportunities (both internally in our own Academy and externally).
An inclusive work culture: Sweco values diversity and inclusion. Every colleague will find a place at Sweco.
Flexible working: Flexible working hours and working from home allow you to perfectly combine your work and personal life. Moreover, the projects/sites are chosen as much as possible according to your place of residence    
Great workplace: Sweco regularly organizes events such as sports events, quizzes, cultural trips, both small and local as well as large and national. Jong Sweco goes the extra mile for colleagues under the age of 35 with, for example, annual trips abroad
 

Sweco is the leading engineering, consultancy and design agency in Europe and it remains one step ahead of evolution. We work with our clients on high-end engineering projects in the public and private sectors, shaping the cities and communities of tomorrow. 
There are several divisions within Sweco Belgium that are tailored to specific client groups, namely buildings and urban areas, mobility and infrastructure, industry and pharma and energy. Our multidisciplinary approach results in sustainable buildings, efficient infrastructure and high access to electricity and clean water.