Senior Environmental Engineer

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons in Riyadh is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer to join the site-based Construction Supervision team on a landmark project. You will lead environmental compliance, develop EMPs, and coordinate with clients, regulators, and contractors to ensure sustainable delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years on large infrastructure projects; ISO 14001 experience and strong reporting skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10+ years of environmental experience on large-scale infrastructure, construction, or development projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee environmental compliance activities across project sites.
• Ensure compliance with project environmental requirements, permits, and applicable local regulations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Environmental Management Plans (EMPs).
• Conduct environmental inspections, audits, and site assessments to identify risks and ensure compliance.
• Review contractor environmental plans, method statements, and environmental reports.
• Monitor environmental performance and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Assess and mitigate environmental impacts related to construction activities.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory authorities on environmental matters.
• Prepare environmental reports, compliance documentation, and performance metrics.
• Monitor waste management, pollution prevention, resource conservation, and sustainability initiatives.
• Support biodiversity, ecology, and environmental protection requirements where applicable.
• Investigate environmental incidents and ensure implementation of corrective actions.
• Provide environmental awareness training and guidance to project teams.
• Support environmental permitting and approval processes.
• Promote sustainability and continuous environmental improvement across project activities.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior environmental staff.
• Participate in testing, commissioning, handover, and project closeout activities from an environmental perspective.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's in Environmental Engineering / Civil Engineering / Environmental Science

Tools

MS Office

Environmental reporting systems

Job description

Job Description:

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Parsons is looking for an exceptionally talented Senior Environmental Engineer to join our site-based Construction Supervision team on a major landmark development project in Riyadh.

The project comprises the design, enabling, and main works for a large-scale destination development featuring several iconic assets, hospitality facilities, and supporting infrastructure. Delivered under a client governance framework with stringent programme, quality, safety, and sustainability requirements, the Construction Supervision Consultant (CSC) is responsible for providing independent, end-to-end supervision and management, ensuring that all works are completed, integrated, tested, commissioned, and handed over to support both successful operations and long-term legacy objectives.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead and oversee environmental compliance activities across project sites.
• Ensure compliance with project environmental requirements, permits, and applicable local regulations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Environmental Management Plans (EMPs).
• Conduct environmental inspections, audits, and site assessments to identify risks and ensure compliance.
• Review contractor environmental plans, method statements, and environmental reports.
• Monitor environmental performance and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Assess and mitigate environmental impacts related to construction activities.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory authorities on environmental matters.
• Prepare environmental reports, compliance documentation, and performance metrics.
• Monitor waste management, pollution prevention, resource conservation, and sustainability initiatives.
• Support biodiversity, ecology, and environmental protection requirements where applicable.
• Investigate environmental incidents and ensure implementation of corrective actions.
• Provide environmental awareness training and guidance to project teams.
• Support environmental permitting and approval processes.
• Promote sustainability and continuous environmental improvement across project activities.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior environmental staff.
• Participate in testing, commissioning, handover, and project closeout activities from an environmental perspective.
• Perform other duties related to environmental management as assigned.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10+ years of environmental experience, preferably on large-scale infrastructure, construction, or development projects.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, environmental impact assessments (EIA), and environmental management systems.
• Experience implementing ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems.
• Knowledge of sustainability, waste management, pollution prevention, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and environmental reporting systems.
• Professional environmental certifications are an advantage.
• Membership in a recognized environmental professional organization is preferred.

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

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—