JOB PROFILE – ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE (EC) PROJECT MANAGER

Position: Environmental Clearance (EC) Project Manager
Department: Environmental Consultancy / Regulatory Affairs
Location: Pune, Maharashtra
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: 5–10 Years in Environmental Consultancy / EC / EIA
Reporting To: Director / Head – Environment / Senior Management

1. JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for an experienced and technically competent Environmental Clearance (EC) Project Manager to manage end-to-end Environmental Clearance projects under the applicable environmental regulations and regulatory framework.

The candidate will be responsible for project planning, EC documentation, EIA/EMP coordination, regulatory submissions, consultant coordination, client communication, government liaison, project tracking, quality control, and timely completion of EC projects.

The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of the EIA Notification, 2006 and amendments, MoEF&CC;, SEIAA, SEAC, PARIVESH portal, MPCB requirements, EC procedures, EIA/EMP preparation, public consultation, compliance requirements, and environmental regulatory processes.

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIESA. EC Project Management

- Manage multiple Environmental Clearance projects from initiation to EC grant.
- Prepare project execution plans, schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
- Monitor project progress against agreed timelines.
- Allocate work among project team members and coordinate with technical experts.
- Identify project risks, delays, and regulatory issues and take corrective action.
- Ensure timely completion and submission of all EC-related documents.
- Maintain project trackers, status reports, and documentation.
- Conduct regular internal project review meetings.
- Coordinate with management regarding project status, challenges, and critical issues.

B. Environmental Clearance Process

- Handle the complete EC process from project inception to Environmental Clearance.
- Understand project applicability, category, schedule, and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate preparation and submission of:
- Form 1 / Form 1A, wherever applicable
- Pre-feasibility / conceptual reports
- Terms of Reference (ToR) applications
- EIA Reports
- Environmental Management Plans (EMP)
- Executive Summaries
- Risk Assessment / Disaster Management Plans, wherever applicable
- Environmental Cost Benefit Analysis, wherever applicable
- Additional studies as required
- Coordinate submission and processing of EC proposals through the PARIVESH portal.
- Track proposal status and regulatory observations.
- Coordinate responses to queries, deficiencies, additional information requirements, and committee observations.
- Prepare and coordinate compliance to ToR conditions and EC conditions.

C. EIA/EMP Coordination

- Coordinate with EIA coordinators, functional area experts, laboratories, GIS teams, and other technical consultants.
- Review baseline environmental monitoring data.
- Coordinate studies related to:
- Air environment
- Water environment
- Noise environment
- Soil
- Ecology and biodiversity
- Traffic
- Socio-economic environment
- Land use
- Hydrogeology
- Risk assessment
- Solid and hazardous waste
- Review EIA/EMP reports for technical consistency and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure recommendations and mitigation measures are practical and project-specific.
- Coordinate preparation of environmental management budgets and implementation plans.

D. Regulatory Authority Coordination

- Coordinate with MoEF&CC;, SEIAA, SEAC, EAC, MPCB, SPCB, local authorities, and other applicable government departments.
- Monitor agenda items, meeting schedules, presentations, observations, and decisions.
- Coordinate preparation of presentations for SEAC/EAC/SEIAA meetings.
- Prepare briefing notes and responses for committee observations.
- Attend regulatory meetings along with the project team/client, wherever required.
- Maintain professional communication with regulatory authorities and stakeholders.

E. Client Management

- Act as the primary point of contact for EC-related matters.
- Understand client requirements, project scope, and regulatory objectives.
- Conduct client meetings and project review discussions.




- Provide regular updates regarding project progress.
- Explain regulatory requirements and technical issues to clients in a clear manner.
- Communicate anticipated delays, additional requirements, and regulatory risks.
- Maintain good professional relationships with clients.
- Support business development by identifying additional environmental consultancy requirements from existing clients.

F. Team Management

- Lead and supervise EC project coordinators and junior environmental professionals.
- Assign responsibilities and monitor individual deliverables.
- Review work prepared by team members before submission.
- Train junior staff regarding EC procedures and documentation.
- Ensure proper coordination between technical, regulatory, documentation, and project teams.
- Maintain accountability for project deadlines and quality.

G. Documentation & Quality Control

- Review all EC documents before submission.
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, completeness, and proper formatting of documents.
- Maintain project-wise documentation and records.
- Ensure version control of reports and drawings.
- Maintain records of:
- EC applications
- ToR
- EIA/EMP reports
- EC letters
- Compliance reports
- Meeting minutes
- Presentations
- Regulatory communications
- Client communications
- Ensure that all submissions comply with applicable regulatory requirements.

H. EC Compliance & Post-EC Activities

- Coordinate preparation of six-monthly EC compliance reports.
- Track EC conditions and implementation status.
- Coordinate with clients for compliance evidence and supporting documents.
- Review compliance reports before submission.
- Coordinate environmental monitoring requirements.
- Track EC validity, compliance schedules, and reporting requirements.
- Assist clients with amendments, transfers, extensions, validity-related matters, and other post-EC regulatory requirements.

I. Technical & Regulatory Knowledge

The candidate should have working knowledge of:

- EIA Notification, 2006 and subsequent amendments
- Environmental Clearance procedures
- MoEF&CC; requirements
- SEIAA / SEAC procedures
- EAC procedures
- PARIVESH portal
- ToR process
- EC amendment procedures
- EC transfer procedures
- EC validity and compliance requirements
- Public consultation / public hearing process
- Environmental monitoring
- EIA/EMP preparation
- Environmental Management Plan
- Risk Assessment and Disaster Management Plan
- Solid Waste Management
- Hazardous and Other Wastes Management
- Plastic Waste Management
- Construction & Demolition Waste Management
- Water and wastewater management
- Air pollution control
- Noise pollution management
- Greenbelt / plantation planning
- Rainwater harvesting
- STP/ETP/WTP systems
- Environmental monitoring and compliance

3. REQUIRED SKILLSTechnical Skills

- Robust knowledge of Environmental Clearance procedures.
- Strong understanding of EIA/EMP preparation.
- Ability to interpret environmental regulations and notifications.
- Knowledge of PARIVESH portal and online EC submission.
- Ability to review technical environmental reports.
- Knowledge of environmental standards and applicable legislation.
- Understanding of pollution control technologies and environmental management systems.
- Ability to prepare/review presentations for SEAC/EAC/SEIAA meetings.

Project Management Skills

- Project planning and scheduling
- Team management
- Task allocation
- Deadline management
- Risk identification and mitigation
- Client coordination
- Multi-project management
- Documentation control
- Quality assurance
- Follow-up and escalation management

Communication Skills

- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Strong email drafting skills.
- Ability to communicate with clients and government authorities.
- Strong presentation skills.




- Ability to explain technical and regulatory matters clearly.
- Negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.

Computer Skills

- MS Word – Advanced
- MS Excel – Advanced
- MS PowerPoint – Advanced
- PDF/document management
- PARIVESH portal
- Email and online communication tools
- Basic knowledge of AutoCAD/GIS is an advantage.

4. EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Essential:

- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in:
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Civil Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Environmental Management
- Ecology / related environmental field

Preferred:

- M.Tech / M.E. Environmental Engineering
- M.Sc. Environmental Science
- MBA / PG Diploma in Project Management or Environmental Management

5. EXPERIENCE

Preferred experience: 5–10 years

Experience in one or more of the following areas will be preferred:

- Environmental Consultancy
- Environmental Clearance
- EIA/EMP preparation
- MoEF&CC; / SEIAA projects
- SEAC/EAC coordination
- PARIVESH portal
- MPCB coordination
- Regulatory compliance
- Infrastructure / construction projects
- Township and area development projects
- Mining projects
- Industrial projects
- Water resources / river valley projects

Experience in handling projects independently from EC application through EC grant will be highly preferred.

6. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

The EC Project Manager will be evaluated based on:

- Timely completion of EC projects.
- Number of projects successfully processed/granted.
- Quality and accuracy of EC submissions.
- Effective handling of regulatory observations.
- Client satisfaction.
- Reduction in project delays.
- Effective team utilization.
- Timely submission of compliance reports.
- Quality of EIA/EMP documentation.
- Regulatory coordination and follow-up.
- Successful handling of SEAC/EAC/SEIAA observations.
- Contribution to repeat business and new project opportunities.

7. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

The candidate should be:

- Responsible and accountable.
- Proactive and solution-oriented.
- Detail-oriented.
- Strong in follow-up.
- Capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously.
- Comfortable interacting with senior management and clients.
- Professional in dealing with government authorities.
- Able to work under strict deadlines.
- Good at team coordination and leadership.
- Willing to travel for client meetings/site visits/regulatory meetings when required.

8. PREFERRED PROFILE

An ideal candidate should be capable of independently handling the complete lifecycle of an EC project:

Client Requirement → Project Understanding → EC Applicability → Documentation → ToR Application → ToR Compliance → Baseline Studies → EIA/EMP → Public Consultation → Final EIA/EMP → PARIVESH Submission → SEAC/EAC/SEIAA Coordination → Presentation → Compliance to Observations → EC Grant → Post-EC Compliance

9. JOB RESPONSIBILITY – SHORT VERSION FOR JOB PORTALS

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage end-to-end Environmental Clearance projects.
- Coordinate EC applications, ToR, EIA/EMP reports, and PARIVESH submissions.
- Coordinate with MoEF&CC;, SEIAA, SEAC, EAC, MPCB, and other regulatory authorities.
- Manage EIA consultants, functional area experts, laboratories, and technical teams.
- Prepare and review EC documentation, presentations, and regulatory responses.
- Track project timelines and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Handle client meetings, project updates, and regulatory discussions.
- Lead and supervise EC project coordinators and junior team members.
- Monitor EC compliance and six-monthly compliance reporting.
- Identify regulatory risks and provide appropriate solutions.
- Maintain complete project documentation and quality control.
- Support business development and client relationship management.

Required Skills: Environmental Clearance, EIA/EMP, PARIVESH, MoEF&CC;, SEIAA, SEAC, EAC, MPCB, Regulatory Compliance, Project Management, Team Management, Client Coordination, Technical Report Review, Presentation Skills and Excellent Communication Skills.

Pay: ₹22,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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