Environment Manager / LEED

What You'll Be Doing

• Design and execute targeted sustainability and environmental strategies tailored for the infrastructure project.
• Integrate sustainability goals into every project phase-from initial planning and design to construction and operational handover.
• Provide expert advice and strategic leadership on all sustainability and environmental concerns to project leadership.
• Lead and adapt project-specific sustainability programs, ensuring they remain aligned with evolving project needs and goals.
• Align sustainability efforts with industry benchmarks and innovative practices.
• Spearhead the process to achieve LEED Gold certification by developing strategies for site sustainability, water and energy efficiency, responsible material use, and indoor environmental quality.
• Collaborate with design and construction teams to ensure LEED criteria are embedded in project methodologies.
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant environmental regulations-local, national, and international.
• Build and manage environmental monitoring systems to track compliance.
• Serve as the main contact for regulatory agencies during audits and inspections.
• Stay current with Saudi Arabian environmental laws and ensure ongoing adherence throughout the project lifecycle.
• Deliver clear, consistent communication of sustainability targets and progress to internal and external stakeholders via reports and presentations.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of experience, ideally in managing sustainability on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated success in designing and executing effective environmental strategies.
• Deep understanding of LEED standards and certification processes.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Hands on experience achieving LEED Gold certification in infrastructure projects.
• Strong familiarity with Saudi Arabia's environmental regulations and standards.
• Excellent leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Skilled in using sustainability reporting tools and frameworks.
• Capable of managing multiple high priority tasks in a fast paced environment.
• Fluency in English required; Arabic language skills are a strong advantage.