The leading infrastructure recruitment specialist are seeking a Sustainability Manager to join the construction management team on the Neom Project in Saudi Arabia.

Project

The project is rapidly developing with over 2,800 employees from 86 countries already living and working on-site, it is already laying the foundations of being the new economic model for the country. This role will be supporting our client with the supply of precast segments for railway tunnels.

Job Role / Responsibilities

As a Sustainability Specialist on this project, your primary responsibility will be to ensure that all aspects of the construction project align with sustainable design and development principles. You will play a crucial role in promoting and implementing sustainable practices throughout the project's lifecycle. Your specific duties will include:

• Sustainable Design Oversight: Collaborate with project teams to integrate sustainable design principles into all phases of the project, from planning and design to construction and operation.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) standards and other sustainability certifications, as applicable to the project
• Environmental Impact Assessment: Conduct assessments to identify and mitigate potential environmental impacts associated with construction activities
• Resource Efficiency: Implement strategies to optimize resource use, reduce waste, and enhance energy efficiency
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities, to promote sustainability goals and initiatives.
• Reporting: Prepare and submit sustainability reports, including LEED documentation, to relevant authorities and stakeholders.

Location

The role will be based on Neom, Saudi Arabia.

Requirements

• A formal tertiary education qualification in Sustainable Design and/or Sustainable Development and/or Architectural Engineering with a sustainability specialty.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience in the design and construction industry, with a focus on sustainability, in the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) countries.
• Demonstrated experience in the sustainable design of projects of similar size and nature to the works to be delivered under the Contract.
• LEED accredited Professional (AP) certification for at least 5 years with a proven track record of working on LEED projects in the GCC countries.

Closing Statement

ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the World's leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialise in recruiting expats and local experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.

For more information on any international rail assignments please contact Rosie at ewi recruitment at r.seddon(at)ewi-group.com

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.