EU Green Transition Officer – Green Transition & Climate Services

EU Green Transition Officer

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 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 partner countries. We are currently seeking to recruit a full-time EU Green Transition Officer.

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.
• Stay 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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Master's degree in Environmental Science, Climate Policy, Bio-engineering or agriculture EU Affairs, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in EU project development, climate services, or sustainability consultancy.
• Proven track record in successful EU tendering and project implementation.
• Strong knowledge of EU Green Deal, Fit for 55, Climate Adaptation Strategy, Sustainable agriculture and related frameworks.
• Experience with EU funding mechanisms and project proposal writing is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and writing skills in English; other EU languages are an asset.

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.

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.

About Stantec:

We're active members of the communities we serve. That's why at Stantec we always design with community in mind. We believe growing a great design company happens from the inside out. We look for people who are drawn to use every talent they possess, plus imagination, determination and a drive to do the extraordinary. The Stantec community unites approximately 28,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. So when we take on a project we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. Redefine your personal best. Join us!