Project Engineer - Sustainability (UAE National)

Parsons Corporation; Dubai; On-site; AED 20,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an entry-level Sustainability Project Engineer (UAE National) with internship experience to join our team in Dubai. The role involves supporting sustainability initiatives across projects, collecting data, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to integrate sustainable practices into designs.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Environmental or Sustainability Engineering and have internship exposure in sustainability or related fields.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Sustainability Engineering, or a related field.
• Internship experience in sustainability, environmental engineering, construction, or a related field (university or summer internships acceptable).
• Basic understanding of sustainability concepts (energy efficiency & renewables, water conservation, waste reduction & circular economy, green building & sustainable design).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and support multiple tasks.
• Interest in sustainability, climate action, and integrating sustainable solutions into engineering and construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of sustainability strategies and initiatives on projects.
• Assist in collecting, organizing, and analyzing environmental and sustainability data (energy, water, waste, materials).
• Help prepare sustainability reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams to integrate sustainability requirements into project plans and designs.
• Support tracking of project sustainability KPIs and progress against sustainability goals.
• Assist in researching and reviewing green building standards, sustainable technologies, and best practices.
• Contribute to ensuring compliance with relevant sustainability guidelines, environmental regulations, and client requirements.
• Participate in site visits, audits, and inspections to support sustainability and environmental performance monitoring.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Sustainability Engineering, or a related field

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an entry-level Sustainability Project Engineer (UAE National) with internship experience to join our team.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Support the development and implementation of sustainability strategies and initiatives on projects.
• Assist in collecting, organizing, and analyzing environmental and sustainability data (such as energy, water, waste, and materials).
• Help prepare sustainability reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams to integrate sustainability requirements into project plans and designs.
• Support tracking of project sustainability KPIs and progress against sustainability goals.
• Assist in researching and reviewing green building standards, sustainable technologies, and best practices.
• Contribute to ensuring compliance with relevant sustainability guidelines, environmental regulations, and client requirements.
• Participate in site visits, audits, and inspections to support sustainability and environmental performance monitoring.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental, Sustainability Engineering, or a related field.
• Internship experience in sustainability, environmental engineering, construction, or a related field (university or summer internships acceptable).
• Basic understanding or academic exposure to sustainability concepts, such as:
  • Energy efficiency and renewable energy
  • Water conservation
  • Waste reduction and circular economy
  • Green building and sustainable design
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and support multiple tasks.
• Interest in sustainability, climate action, and integrating sustainable solutions into engineering and construction projects.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—