Environment Manager - Saudi National

Egis Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis Group, a global architecture, consulting and engineering firm, seeks an Environment Manager for our Riyadh activities in Saudi Arabia. You will lead environmental management across projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, data analysis and robust environmental reporting. Strong GCC experience and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

The role emphasizes regulatory liaison, monitoring oversight, and stakeholder engagement to drive sustainable project delivery in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of environmental management experience.
• Proven experience in construction environmental assurance and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Arabia regulations and standards.
• Experience with environmental monitoring interpretation and analysis.
• Proficient in air quality, noise and vibration monitoring/modelling.
• Regulatory liaison with environmental authorities.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and reporting skills.
• Fluency in English; Arabic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and oversee environmental management systems.
• Conduct risk assessments and compliance reviews on projects.
• Prepare monitoring reports and regulatory submissions.
• Oversee monitoring programmes for air quality, noise and vibration.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate environmental considerations.
• Lead regulatory liaison and coordinate with authorities in Saudi Arabia.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Present findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Environmental mgmt

Regulatory liaison

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

English proficiency

Arabic preferred

Job description

Company Description

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organization of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Environment Manager to join our organization in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this role, you will be responsible for managing environmental activities across projects, including construction assurance, environmental monitoring, regulatory liaison, stakeholder engagement, and environmental data analysis and reporting. The role requires strong technical capability across environmental disciplines and extensive experience working within the GCC and Saudi Arabia.

• Develop, implement, and oversee environmental management systems and programs in accordance with applicable Saudi Arabian environmental legislation, regulatory requirements, project commitments and relevant international standards
• Conduct environmental risk assessments, compliance reviews, site inspections and construction environmental assurance activities to identify potential compliance gaps and areas for improvement
• Prepare and maintain detailed environmental documentation, records, monitoring reports, technical assessments and reports for regulatory submissions and internal stakeholder review
• Manage and review environmental monitoring and modelling activities, including air quality, noise and vibration
• Provide technical oversight and advice in relation to hydrology, ecology and contamination
• Analyze environmental data and metrics to track performance against established targets, identify trends and support technical and regulatory decision-making
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and project disciplines to integrate environmental considerations into design, construction and project delivery
• Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental laws, regulations, permits, approvals, project environmental requirements and organizational policies
• Lead environmental regulatory liaison and coordinate submissions, approvals and responses to environmental authorities in Saudi Arabia
• Manage engagement with clients, regulators, contractors, consultants and other project stakeholders on environmental matters
• Oversee environmental monitoring programmes and review monitoring data to identify exceedances, trends and required mitigation or corrective actions
• Investigate environmental incidents and non-conformances, and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Stay current with changes in environmental regulations and industry standards relevant to operations in Saudi Arabia
• Communicate and present environmental findings, risks, performance and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience in environmental management
• Proven experience in construction environmental assurance and environmental compliance
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, standards, and best practices, particularly those applicable in Saudi Arabia
• Demonstrated experience in environmental monitoring, including interpretation and analysis of monitoring data
• Technical proficiency in air quality, noise and vibration monitoring and modelling
• Technical knowledge and experience in hydrology, ecology and contamination
• Proven experience in regulatory liaison and engagement with environmental authorities
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience coordinating with clients, regulators, contractors, consultants and multidisciplinary project teams
• Demonstrated ability to analyze environmental data and prepare comprehensive reports
• Strong data analysis and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate technical environmental information clearly
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic language skills are preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholdersStrong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy