Manager-Sustainable Development & Healthy Living

WSP in the Middle East; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Middle East is seeking a Manager for Sustainable Development & Healthy Living. This role involves leading urban planning projects focused on sustainability, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with clients to implement sustainable practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in consulting, a relevant degree, and over 10 years of experience in sustainability initiatives.

Benefits

First class medical cover

Generous annual leave

Paid professional subscriptions

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• More than 10 years of experience in sustainability-related consulting in urban planning.
• Experience in sustainability building and masterplan certifications.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage urban planning projects with a sustainability focus.
• Conduct assessments and analyses of urban environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop sustainable urban solutions.

Skills

Project Management

Sustainability Assessment

Urban Planning

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban Planning

Tools

Sustainability Assessment Tools

Urban Planning Software

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

The WSP is currently seeking to recruit a Manager- Sustainable Development & Healthy Living for our Middle East Earth and Environment advisory team. The applicant must have strong background in consulting and driving Sustainability initiates for master planning/urban planning developments. The successful applicant will operate within a team of environmental and sustainability professionals delivering the highest standards of technical work and aiding the continued success of the team by being an integral part of our client focused delivery of projects.

As a manager specializing in Sustainable urban development, you will be responsible for leading and managing projects related to sustainable development practices, urban planning principles, innovative solutions to environmental challenges and sustainability initiatives. You will work closely with clients to develop and implement sustainable practices within their master plan development.

You will be joining a well-respected, large and dynamic team with a wide range of clients across different markets and sectors including national and local government, industrial, commercial and scientific sectors.

Your new role, what's involved

Successful candidate must have:

• Lead and manage urban planning projects with a sustainability focus, ensuring alignment with client's strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to develop and implement sustainable urban solutions that address community needs.
• Conduct assessments and analyses of urban environments to identify opportunities for sustainability enhancements.
• Provide expert guidance on best practices, policies, and regulations related to sustainability in urban planning.
• Organize and facilitate workshops, presentations, and community engagement activities to promote sustainable practices and gather input.
• Stay current on emerging trends and innovations in sustainability and urban planning, integrating innovative ideas into project designs.
• Mentor and manage junior staff and provide training on sustainability and urban planning principles.
• Develop and implement sustainable business solutions and assist clients in achieving their sustainability goals.
• Contribute to technical proposals and build relationships with potential clients.
• Manage commercial scope discussions and monitor financial performance on projects.
• Lead and manage client meetings, presentations, deliverables, report submissions.

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• A bachelor's or master's degree in urban planning is mandatory.
• More than 10 years of experience in sustainability related consulting in urban planning with experience in international projects
• Experience in sustainability building and masterplan certifications (knowledge of rating systems such as LEED CC, Mostadam Communities, Estidama Community, CEEUQAL, Envision, SITES, WELL is preferred)
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in sustainability assessment tools and urban planning software.
• A passion for sustainable development and a commitment to making a positive impact in urban environments.
• Collaborative mindset and outcome driven working method.

What's in it for you

What if we can have work-life balance What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs What if we can be accepted for who we are Here at WSP we can!

WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application.

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous days annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.