Senior Sustainability Manager

Mace EC; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Riyadh seeks an experienced Sustainability Engineer to support major sports stadium projects. You will guide teams on sustainability strategies, ensuring compliance with standards and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have a degree, relevant certifications, and significant MEA experience. The role offers a competitive salary of SAR 40K - 50K.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience in sustainability engineering.
• Experience with building sustainability standards and compliance.
• Necessary visa criteria for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

• Support development of sustainability and climate strategies.
• Guide design teams on environmental constraints.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to knowledge transfer.

Skills

Relevant MEA experience

Proven understanding of sustainability frameworks

Mentoring junior staff

Advising on sustainable materials

Education

Degree qualification

Chartered or relevant certifications

LEED AP or equivalent certification

Job description

Overview

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

The project

This is an opportunity to be involved in the delivery of major sports stadiums and associated projects in Saudi Arabia. Mace is currently delivering the programme which will require high-calibre and experienced people to lead teams throughout each phase of the project.

You’ll be responsible

• Supporting development of sustainability and climate strategies across projects.
• Advising on energy, carbon, water, waste, and sustainable materials.
• Guiding design teams on environmental constraints and NZC strategies.
• Reviewing sustainability documents and ensure compliance with standards (LEED, MOSTADAM, ISO 14001).
• Analysing embodied carbon, energy, water and waste data.
• Supporting bid processes and client engagement.
• Promoting innovation and share best practices across teams.
• Conducting gap analyses and recommend sustainable technologies.
• Mentoring junior staff and contribute to knowledge transfer.
• Actively contributing to net-zero carbon goals by identifying, managing and reducing emissions throughout project delivery.

You’ll need to have

• Relevant MEA experience.
• Degree qualification.
• Chartered or relevant certifications such as IEMA, CIEMA, ICE, RICS.
• LEED AP or equivalent certification with experience in building sustainability standards.
• Proven understanding of sustainability frameworks and compliance standards.
• Necessary visa criteria for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and have relevant work experience working on high valued projects/programmes for a project management consultancy business, which are required for immigration and client approval.

Our values

• Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
• Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
• Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
• Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

Mace is open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options where suitable within the role.

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MoS Position: Sustainability Engineering

MoS Level: 3

MoS Class: E3

Years of Experience: 15+

Salary Band: SAR 40K - 50K

Comment: Unsecured position for V3 SoW. Contact Pierrette Joumaa for more information.