Sustainability Planner

AECOM; Dubai; Híbrido; AED 240.000 - 420.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Employee assistance program

Descripción de la vacante

AECOM seeks a detail-oriented Sustainability Planner in Dubai to develop and execute comprehensive sustainability strategies aligned with corporate ESG objectives. You will collaborate across departments to integrate sustainable practices into operations and drive measurable impact for environmental stewardship.

The role requires masterplanning experience, understanding of sustainability frameworks, and strong communication within multidisciplinary teams.

Formación

• Educational background in Sustainability Planning preferred.
• Active credential in LEED, Estidama, Sahel at community level is required.
• Understanding of sustainable urban planning and masterplanning principles.
• Ability to interpret technical information and communicate findings clearly.
• Effective teamwork and coordination within multidisciplinary project environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Support the integration of sustainability principles into planning and design decisions throughout project development.
• Leverage experience on sustainability-led masterplanning projects, including development of sustainability frameworks, performance targets, and implementation roadmaps.
• Contribute to sustainability assessments at masterplan level—rating systems, certification frameworks, and ESG-related studies.
• Assist in evaluating sustainability across key themes including energy, water, carbon, mobility, ecology, climate resilience, and circular economy.
• Undertake research, benchmarking, and analysis of local and international sustainability standards, policies, and best practices to inform project recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports to support documentation for client submissions and project deliverables.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to collect, review, and analyse design information required to track sustainability objectives and performance targets.
• Monitor project sustainability commitments, ensuring actions and targets are effectively communicated and implemented.

Conocimientos

Sustainability planning

Masterplanning

Environmental reporting

Team coordination

Communication

Educación

Sustainability planning background

LEED credential

Estidama credential

Descripción del empleo

Company Description

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

Work with Us. Change the World.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and visionary Sustainability Planner to join our organization in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this role, you will develop and execute comprehensive sustainability strategies that align with our corporate objectives and contribute to environmental stewardship. You will work collaboratively across departments to integrate sustainable practices into our operations and drive measurable impact in our commitment to ESG excellence.

Responsibilities

• Support the integration of sustainability principles into planning and design decisions throughout project development.
• Prior experience working on sustainability-led masterplanning projects, including the development of sustainability frameworks, performance targets, and implementation roadmaps.
• Contribute to sustainability assessments at masterplan level - rating systems, certification frameworks, and ESG-related studies where applicable.
• Assist in evaluating sustainability across key themes including energy, water, carbon, mobility, ecology, climate resilience, and circular economy.
• Undertake research, benchmarking, and analysis of local and international sustainability standards, policies, and best practices to inform project recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports, to support documentation for client submissions and project deliverables.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to collect, review, and analyse design information required to track sustainability objectives and performance targets.
• Monitor project sustainability commitments, ensuring actions, and targets are effectively communicated and implemented.

Qualifications

• An educational background in Sustainability Planning is preferred
• An active credential in LEED, Estidama, Sahel at community level is required. Additional accreditations relevant to sustainable planning, design, and development will be considered an advantage.
• Understanding of sustainable urban planning and masterplanning principles
• Ability to interpret technical information and communicate findings clearly
• Effective teamwork and coordination skills within multidisciplinary project environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase plan

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Work Location Model: Hybrid.