Environmental Engineer - Aviation

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental engineering firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Environmental Engineer for a major airfield development project. This role involves ensuring environmental compliance, overseeing monitoring and impact mitigation, and supporting sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate should have at least 8 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of environmental regulations, and familiarity with large infrastructure projects. Join us and make a difference in environmental management.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion in hiring

Wellbeing support for employees

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in environmental engineering or environmental management.
• Experience with large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably in airport or aviation.
• Certification in environmental auditing or management (e.g., NEBOSH, ISO 14001 Lead Auditor).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the project's Environmental Management Plan (EMP).
• Monitor on-site air, water, soil, and noise quality.
• Coordinate with environmental authorities for permits and reporting.
• Develop and review Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and management plans.
• Manage environmental risks and mitigation strategies.
• Support sustainability initiatives and environmental training programs.

Skills

Environmental engineering experience

Knowledge of environmental regulations

Monitoring methodologies

Coordination and communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Arabic language proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering

Tools

GIS software

Environmental monitoring instruments

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Environmental Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team on a major airfield development project. This role will support environmental compliance, impact mitigation, and sustainability initiatives across the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in environmental engineering, with strong knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting, monitoring, and reporting—ideally within large-scale infrastructure or aviation projects.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Oversee implementation of the project’s Environmental Management Plan (EMP) in accordance with local and international standards.
• Monitor air, water, soil, and noise quality on-site, ensuring compliance with environmental thresholds and contractual obligations.
• Coordinate with environmental authorities and regulatory agencies to ensure all permits and reporting requirements are met.
• Support the development and review of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA), and Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMP).
• Identify and manage environmental risks across the project, developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Monitor waste management, erosion control, stormwater management, and hazardous material handling practices on-site.
• Provide engineering input to sustainability initiatives, including water conservation, habitat preservation, and pollution prevention.
• Assist in the preparation of environmental reports, audit findings, and inspection records.
• Review and approve contractor submittals related to environmental protection and regulatory compliance.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants, and internal teams to coordinate environmental initiatives.
• Participate in construction planning reviews to ensure environmental factors are considered in design and execution.
• Support training and awareness programs for site personnel on environmental protection practices and procedures.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in environmental engineering or environmental management.
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure, preferably in airport or aviation-related projects.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations (local and international), EIA/ESIA processes, and monitoring methodologies.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001, LEED, and environmental management frameworks.
• Ability to interpret environmental data and prepare technical documentation.
• Strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and environmental monitoring tools (GIS, air/noise/water quality instruments).
• Certification in environmental auditing or environmental management (e.g., NEBOSH, ISO 14001 Lead Auditor).
• Experience with airport environmental management, wildlife hazard mitigation, or airfield runoff control.
• Knowledge of sustainability rating systems such as LEED, Envision, or Estidama.
• Arabic language proficiency is a plus.
• Experience coordinating with environmental regulatory agencies or working on PPP/government contracts is desirable.

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

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