Sustainability Manager

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Lead project environmental management and sustainability on site, reporting to the Project Director or Construction Director.
• Develop and oversee the Project Environmental Management Plan and Sustainability Plan.
• Review contractor environmental and sustainability plans, CEMP, waste plans, pollution-prevention plans, and related procedures.
• Monitor compliance with regulations, permits, resource-efficiency goals, waste reduction, and carbon considerations.
• Conduct inspections and audits, identify non-conformances, and track corrective and preventive actions.
• Oversee waste, noise, dust, air quality, water use, soil protection, ecology, and hazardous materials.
• Coordinate environmental monitoring and review noise, dust, and water-quality reports.
• Integrate sustainability with HSE, construction, and design teams, including methods, materials, waste handling, and site logistics.
• Support rating-system documentation, evidence gathering, and liaison with independent assessors.
• Provide technical guidance, investigate incidents, deliver training, and coordinate with clients, regulators, and auditors.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports, KPI dashboards, and stakeholder presentations; support project close-out and handover.

Required qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or Sustainability from a recognized university.
• Experience in environmental management and/or sustainability on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects; site-based experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction environmental regulations, standards, and permitting requirements in KSA or the GCC.
• Demonstrated experience implementing Environmental Management Systems and sustainable construction practices on major projects.
• Ability to lead environmental and sustainability programs, conduct audits, and influence contractor performance.
• Strong communication, coordination, and report-writing skills for work with clients, regulators, and contractors.
• Familiarity with HSE management systems and integration of environmental and sustainability requirements into project HSE frameworks.
• Experience in KSA or the GCC is preferred.

Rating systems

• Experience with LEED, Envision, BREEAM, Mostadam, or similar sustainability rating systems is sought; relevant accreditation or certification is preferred.