Senior Engineer - Environment

AECOM Corporation; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Flexible work options

Career development programs

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Engineer - Environment in Dubai to lead environmental management and supervision for a PMCM project. The role emphasizes environmental compliance, risk assessment, construction oversight, and sustainability performance across the project lifecycle.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate environmental requirements into planning and execution, with rail infrastructure experience highly desirable to handle complex construction activities and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Strong understanding of environmental engineering principles for infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance, site supervision, risk assessment, and sustainability practices.
• Ability to interpret environmental requirements during project planning and construction.

Responsibilities

• Environmental Compliance and Site Oversight: monitor activities for regulatory compliance and conduct inspections and audits.
• Environmental Management for PMCM Projects: oversee environmental aspects and integrate environmental considerations into planning.
• Environmental Risk Assessment and Mitigation: identify risks, assess impacts, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Stakeholder and Regulatory Coordination: liaise with authorities, contractors, and consultants on environmental matters.
• Sustainability and Environmental Performance: promote initiatives to reduce impacts and improve efficiency.
• Environmental Reporting and Documentation: prepare reports and maintain records of inspections and actions.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Site supervision

Risk assessment

Stakeholder coordination

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Environmental Engineering

Job description

Senior Engineer - Environment Job Snapshot

Role: Senior Engineer - Environment - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Environmental Services - Function: Engineering - Experience: Minimum 8-10 years in environmental engineering or supervision; 3-5 years of PMCM experience preferred - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Position Overview

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer - Environment to support the environmental management and supervision of a Program Management and Construction Management (PMCM) project. The position focuses on environmental compliance, risk assessment, construction supervision, and sustainability performance throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will work with multidisciplinary design, construction, and operations teams to ensure environmental requirements are integrated into project planning and delivery. Experience in rail infrastructure projects is highly desirable, particularly where environmental oversight involves complex construction activities, multiple stakeholders, and regulatory compliance obligations. This opportunity is suited to an environmental engineering professional with strong technical judgment, practical site supervision experience, and the ability to coordinate environmental requirements across major infrastructure projects.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Environmental Services
• Function: Engineering
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Compliance and Site Oversight

• Monitor project activities to ensure compliance with applicable local, regional, and international environmental regulations and standards.
• Conduct regular environmental site inspections, compliance audits, and technical assessments.
• Evaluate construction activities against established environmental requirements and identify potential compliance issues.
• Recommend corrective actions where environmental performance does not meet applicable standards or project requirements.
• Monitor the implementation of environmental controls and identify opportunities to improve compliance.
• Coordinate with relevant project personnel to address environmental observations and outstanding issues.

Environmental Management for PMCM Projects

• Oversee environmental aspects of the Program Management and Construction Management project.
• Ensure environmental activities support project objectives, delivery schedules, and established performance requirements.
• Work closely with design, construction, and operations teams to integrate environmental considerations into project planning and execution.
• Provide environmental engineering input during project coordination and technical discussions.
• Monitor environmental performance throughout relevant stages of project development and construction.
• Support consistent implementation of environmental management practices across multidisciplinary project activities.

Environmental Risk Assessment and Mitigation

• Identify potential environmental risks associated with project activities and construction operations.
• Assess the likelihood and potential consequences of identified environmental impacts.
• Develop and recommend mitigation strategies to reduce environmental risks.
• Conduct environmental risk and opportunity reviews to support proactive project management.
• Monitor the effectiveness of mitigation measures and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Coordinate with project teams to address emerging environmental challenges before they affect compliance or project performance.

Stakeholder and Regulatory Coordination

• Serve as a principal point of contact for environmental matters within the assigned project.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, contractors, consultants, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Communicate environmental compliance requirements and technical recommendations to project teams.
• Support coordination between project stakeholders on environmental inspections, assessments, and compliance matters.
• Provide technical guidance to engineering and construction personnel on environmental management practices.
• Deliver environmental awareness guidance and training to project teams where required.

Sustainability and Environmental Performance

• Support the integration of sustainability principles into project planning and construction activities.
• Promote initiatives intended to reduce environmental impacts and improve resource efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to enhance environmental performance through practical engineering and management solutions.
• Contribute to innovative approaches that support project sustainability objectives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to incorporate environmental considerations into project decisions.
• Monitor sustainability-related activities and recommend improvements consistent with project goals.

Environmental Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare environmental compliance reports, technical assessments, and performance summaries.
• Document environmental risks, mitigation measures, inspection findings, and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of environmental inspections, audits, and project activities.
• Monitor relevant environmental performance indicators and report findings to project stakeholders.
• Ensure environmental reports and supporting documentation are prepared and submitted within required timelines.
• Maintain organized environmental records to support project reviews, regulatory coordination, and compliance verification.

Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor 's or Master 's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of environmental engineering principles and their application to infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance, site supervision, risk assessment, and sustainability practices.
• Ability to interpret environmental requirements and apply them during project planning and construction activities.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in environmental engineering or environmental supervision.
• At least 3-5 years of experience working on Program Management and Construction Management projects is preferred.
• Proven experience on rail infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
• Experience conducting environmental inspections, audits, and compliance assessments.
• Practical knowledge of environmental risk identification and mitigation within infrastructure developments.
• Experience coordinating with contractors, regulatory authorities, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ability to manage environmental responsibilities across complex project activities and stakeholder interfaces.

Preferred Certifications

• ISO 14001 environmental management certification or relevant training.
• NEBOSH certification.
• Equivalent environmental, safety, or management qualifications relevant to the position.

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities in environmental engineering and construction supervision.
• Sound judgment when evaluating environmental risks and compliance concerns.
• Effective communication with technical teams, contractors, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Ability to coordinate environmental requirements across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to environmental documentation accuracy.
• A proactive approach to environmental risk prevention and corrective action.
• Commitment to sustainable infrastructure development and continuous improvement.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and environmental awareness training to project personnel.

Recruitment and Onboarding

AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and takes fraudulent hiring activity seriously. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding session at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Employee Benefits and Career Development

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and disability benefits.
• Paid time off and applicable leave arrangements.
• Employee assistance programs and well-being resources.
• Business travel insurance and service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings arrangements and employee stock purchase plan participation.
• Voluntary benefits and other employee programs.
• Flexible work options, where applicable.

AECOM also offers professional training and development programs intended to strengthen technical expertise, expand leadership capabilities, and support long-term career development.

Project and Career Information

The position provides an opportunity to contribute to environmental management within a multidisciplinary infrastructure project environment. Working alongside engineering, design, construction, and operations professionals, the Senior Engineer - Environment will help integrate environmental compliance, sustainability considerations, and risk management into project delivery. The role combines technical environmental oversight with stakeholder coordination, site supervision, reporting, and the continuous improvement of environmental performance.

Job Reference: J10162057 Business Line: Environment Business Group: DCS Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa Career Area: Engineering

About AECOM AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm providing advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management, and construction management services. The company partners with public- and private-sector clients across transportation, buildings, water, energy, and environmental infrastructure. Its multidisciplinary teams develop sustainable and resilient solutions to complex engineering and infrastructure challenges. With more than 50,000 professionals worldwide, AECOM brings together engineers, planners, designers, scientists, construction managers, and other specialists working across the project lifecycle. AECOM is a Fortune 500 company that reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. The organization promotes collaboration, professional development, and equal employment opportunities. Applicant information is handled confidentially in accordance with its equal employment opportunity guidelines.