Senior Environment and Sustainability Manager

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Environmental Management

• Lead the development and implementation of the Environmental Management Plan (EMP).
• Ensure compliance with Saudi environmental regulations (e.g., NCEC, PME) and international standards (IFC, ISO 14001).
• Monitor environmental performance including:
• Air quality.
• Noise and vibration.
• Water usage and quality.
• Waste management.
• Conduct environmental risk assessments and mitigation planning.

Sustainability Strategy

• Develop and implement project-wide sustainability strategy aligned with Vision 2030.
• Integrate sustainability into:
• Design (energy-efficient and low-carbon solutions).
• Procurement (sustainable materials).
• Construction practices.
• Drive green building certifications (LEED, BREEAM, Mostadam, or equivalent).

ESG & Reporting

• Establish KPIs and track project performance against ESG goals.
• Prepare sustainability reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with investor and client sustainability commitments.

Waste & Resource Management

• Implement zero waste / circular economy initiatives.
• Optimize water and energy consumption, especially in remote environments.
• Lead carbon footprint reduction initiatives and reporting.

Stakeholder & Regulatory Interface

• Liaise with:
• Government authorities.
• Environmental agencies.
• Consultants and contractors.
• Manage environmental permits and approvals.
• Represent the project in sustainability forums and audits.

Team Leadership

• Lead a team of environmental and sustainability professionals.
• Provide training and awareness programs for project staff and contractors.
• Foster a culture of environmental responsibility across site operations.

Remote Site Challenges

• Develop innovative solutions for:
• Limited resources and logistics constraints.
• Water scarcity and energy optimization.
• Ensure sustainability practices are practical and scalable in a remote setting.
• About you

Qualifications

• Bachelor'S or Master's degree in:
• Environmental Science.
• Sustainability.
• Environmental Engineering or related field.

Experience

• 15+ years of experience in environmental and sustainability management.
• Proven experience in:
• Hospitality, mega projects, or large infrastructure developments.
• Remote or challenging site environments (preferably Middle East/KSA).
• Experience with green certification frameworks (LEED, BREEAM, Mostadam).

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of:
• Environmental regulations in KSA.
• ESG frameworks.
• Carbon accounting and lifecycle assessment.
• Experience with environmental monitoring and reporting tools.

Leadership Competencies

• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Ability to operate in remote and high-pressure environments
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.

Preferred Certifications

• LEED AP / BREEAM Assessor / Mostadam.
• ISO 14001 Lead Auditor.
• Sustainability or ESG certifications.
• Rewards & benefits

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• Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
• This includes:
• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
• Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

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