CGSAS Certified GSAS Specialist - Airport Sustainability

AECOM; Doha; On-site; QAR 536,000 - 714,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced GSAS Specialist to lead sustainability and environmental compliance for large-scale international airport projects. You will manage the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) certification process, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and authorities to achieve targeted sustainability ratings.

The role requires a CGSAS credential and a minimum of 10 years' GSAS experience, including 5 years on major airport projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Certified GSAS Specialist (CGSAS) or equivalent GSAS accreditation is mandatory.
• Minimum 10 years of knowledge and hands-on experience in GSAS requirements and certification.
• Minimum 5 years of management experience on large international airport projects.
• Proven experience managing sustainability certification for complex infrastructure or aviation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the GSAS certification process from project planning through final certification.
• Ensure compliance with all GSAS criteria, sustainability standards, and environmental regulations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review architectural, civil, structural, MEP, and infrastructure designs to ensure alignment with GSAS requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders to achieve targeted GSAS certification levels.
• Prepare, review, and submit all required documentation for GSAS certification.
• Conduct sustainability assessments, audits, and compliance reviews during design and construction phases.
• Advise project teams on energy efficiency, water conservation, waste management, indoor environmental quality, and sustainable material selection.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure sustainability measures are properly implemented.
• Identify sustainability risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Prepare sustainability reports, progress updates, and compliance documentation for management and regulatory authorities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring on GSAS requirements to project teams.
• Liaise with relevant certification bodies and authorities to facilitate successful project certification.
• Support the development and implementation of sustainability strategies for airport infrastructure projects.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline

Certified GSAS Specialist (CGSAS) or equivalent GSAS accreditation

Job description

AECOM is seeking an experienced GSAS Specialist to lead sustainability and environmental compliance for large-scale international airport projects. You will manage the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) certification process, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and authorities to achieve targeted sustainability ratings.

The role requires a CGSAS credential and a minimum of 10 years' GSAS experience, including 5 years on major airport projects.