Waste and Resource Management Consultant
Ricardo Plc
Develop and model waste management strategies and data-driven solutions for clients.
17 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
2,801 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Design
Technical Services
Project Management
Testing
Innovation
Simulation
Sector Specialisms
Automotive
Energy
Utilities
Waste
Financial services
Government
Public sector
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
analytical modelling
data analysis
tool development
budgeting
project management
client workshops
- Support internal knowledge-sharing and improvement initiatives within the Waste and Resource Management team.
- Participate in client and stakeholder workshops or site visits where required.
- Develop and apply analytical models (typically in Excel) to support waste flow analysis, infrastructure planning, option assessments and financial or environmental evaluations.
- Contribute to proposals and bids under the guidance of senior team members.
- Take ownership of personal development planning and skills growth within the waste and circular economy field.
- Manage small projects or sub-tasks within larger assignments, reporting progress to Project Managers or Project Directors.
- Support the team in developing project budgets, schedules and risk registers.
- Conduct research and literature reviews, drawing conclusions and presenting evidence clearly.
- Plan and manage own workload across multiple projects, ensuring delivery to time, quality and budget.
- Undertake research, data analysis and modelling to support the development of waste and resource management strategies, options appraisals, feasibility studies and procurement activities.
- Contribute to the development of Ricardo’s waste data tools, methodologies and knowledge resources.
- Identify opportunities to improve delivery efficiency or client satisfaction.
- Support senior colleagues in preparing client-ready deliverables, presentations and reports.
- Maintain approximately 85% utilisation on project delivery.
- Prepare clear, well-structured technical outputs including data summaries, report sections and presentations.
- Seek feedback and apply learning to improve performance and technical quality.
What you bring
excel
data modelling
waste
bachelor's
project management
carbon accounting
- Strong research, analytical and data interpretation skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to present data and research findings clearly in written reports and presentations for decision-makers.
- Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced consultancy environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including modelling), PowerPoint and relevant analytical tools.
- Minimum of one to two years’ experience working in the waste or environmental sector.
- Experience working in a consultancy environment.
- Knowledge of waste management systems, including collections, materials handling, treatment and recovery technologies.
- Communicate clearly with clients and project partners at an appropriate level, both verbally and in writing.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental science, engineering, sustainability or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Experience of developing, using and reviewing data models (e.g. mass flow, collection, resource planning, options appraisal or costing models).
- Understanding of waste policy, legislation and regulatory frameworks in the UK or internationally.
- Project management experience and ability to manage small project workstreams.
- Operational experience within the waste sector (e.g. local authority, private contractor or waste operator).
- Familiarity with carbon accounting, environmental impact assessment or financial modelling.
- Confident communicator with strong written and verbal English skills.
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Company
Overview
Multi-Million Contracts
Contracts Overview
Ricardo secures significant contracts globally, including defense and clean-energy projects.
2025 Transition Plan
Portfolio Shift
Ricardo divested its defense arm and expanded into environmental consultancy services.
- Evolved from combustion technology to strategic consultancy, Ricardo now serves as a global engineering powerhouse.
- Headquartered in England, it shifted focus from manufacturing to delivering engineering and strategic consultancy.
- Key achievements include guiding clients through decarbonization and technical transformation in transport, energy, and environment.
- Award-winning projects include carbon-capture plants, hydrogen fuel-cell ships, and digital energy-modelling tools for governments.
- Iconic projects include diesel speed records, McLaren supercar engines, and Taxibot aircraft tugs, showcasing over a century of innovation.
- Now publicly listed, it combines technical expertise with strategic consultancy to spearhead complex, sustainable projects across sectors.
Since 1915
Years of innovation
The company has a long-standing tradition of leveraging science and technology to drive efficiency and sustainability.
- Create together
- Be innovative
- Aim high
- Be mindful
- Motivated by our strong purpose: developing innovative, cross-sector, sustainable and trusted solutions
- Close-knit, purpose-driven global community renowned for expertise, creativity, mindfulness and collective passion
Net Zero by 2030
Carbon Emissions Target
Aim to achieve net zero carbon emissions from operations by the end of 2030.
46.2% Reduction
GHG Emissions Target
Reduce scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% by 2031 compared to 2020 levels.
90% Renewable Energy
Electricity Usage Goal
Pledged to source 90% of electricity from renewable sources by end-2026.
Carbon-Negative Plant
Innovation in Carbon Capture
Commissioning a carbon-negative demonstrator plant in 2023 to remove CO₂ and supply clean energy.
- Reduce scope 3 GHG emissions by 27.5% by 2031 vs 2020.
- Renewable electricity usage increased from 67% (FY 2017/18) to 74% (FY 2019/20).
- Independent verification of FY 2019/20 GHG emissions (including scope 3 air travel) by Lloyd’s Register.
- Net Zero strategy levers include renewable energy, property efficiency, digital-first travel policy, verified offsetting.
- Monitor GHG emissions, energy, water use and waste across all sites; align with GRI, SASB and UN SDGs.
- Partnered with Manufacture 2030 in 2022 to decarbonize supply-chain Scope 3 emissions via detailed GHG inventories and supplier engagement.
- Acquired 93% of E3-Modelling SA (Jan 2023) to enhance environmental modelling capability in energy, environment and mobility sectors.
- Passionate about creating an environment where differences are valued and celebrated, and everyone feels they belong
- Goal to be a diverse, equitable and inclusive employer, believing different perspectives fuel client‑focus, collaboration, change and mindfulness
- No gender breakdown publicly available
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