7 Sustainability Expert jobs in Saudi Arabia

Description
Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.
Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with over 90 years of experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people's lives.
Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?
We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and sharing a sense of urgency. People who have an impact on our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Role Overview:
Zutari is seeking a highly motivated and visionary professional to lead the integration of environmental, sustainability, and smart city principles into major infrastructure, urban development, and city-scale programs across Saudi Arabia. This role will be instrumental in aligning project outcomes with national and international standards, including Saudi Vision 2030, NEOM, and other giga-project sustainability goals.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of sustainability strategies, environmental frameworks, and climate-resilient planning across high-impact urban and infrastructure projects.
• Oversee environmental impact assessments, strategic environmental assessments, and other compliance processes aligned with Saudi regulatory frameworks and international best practices.
• Collaborate with urban planners, architects, engineers, clients, D&B contractors and government entities to embed sustainability and smart technologies in masterplans and detailed designs.
• Act as the technical lead on sustainability certifications (e.g., LEED, BREEAM, Estidama, Mostadam).
• Develop and apply smart city frameworks, digital twins, and data-driven decision-making tools for liveable, efficient, and resilient urban environments.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships with government bodies, developers, and international partners.
• Monitor KPIs and sustainability metrics across multiple projects, reporting progress to senior leadership and clients.
• Mentor and lead multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring knowledge transfer and skills development.
• Liaise and collaborate with members of the Zutari Sustainability BU based in Greater Africa.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, Sustainability, Urban Planning, Engineering, or related discipline (Master's preferred).
• 10–15+ years of experience, with a track record of leading environmental or sustainability strategy on large-scale urban or infrastructure projects.
• Excellent English and Arabic communication skills are essential. This includes the ability to write and review professional reports.
• In-depth knowledge of Saudi regulatory context, including experience working with NEOM, The Red Sea Development Company, or similar.
• Strong understanding of smart cities technologies, digital infrastructure, and data integration (preferred for Smart Cities Consultant).
• Experience with ESG, carbon management, and climate adaptation/resilience planning
• Certified in LEED, BREEAM, Mostadam, or similar sustainability frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Proven leadership capability with the ability to manage complex teams and deliver high-impact results.
• Experience managing large ESIAs in Saudi, especially for urban development projects.
• Experience in obtaining registration for ESIA consultants with the National Center for Environmental Compliance (NCEC) and the Royal Commission.

We believe that a diverse workforce is a key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices.

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Job Description
Parsons is looking for a
Environmental & Sustainability Manager
to join our team in Makkah. In this role you will be responsible for ensuring that the project complies with environmental regulations and sustainability standards. This role involves developing and implementing strategies to minimize the environmental impact of the project, promoting sustainable practices. The Environmental & Sustainability Engineer will work closely with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to integrate environmental and sustainability considerations into all aspects of the project while respecting the cultural and religious sensitivities of Makkah.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and implement an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) for the project, covering all phases from design to construction and operation.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Arabian environmental laws, regulations, and international standards, such as ISO 14001.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and recommend mitigation measures to address potential risks.
• Develop and implement sustainability strategies to ensure the project meets green building standards, such as LEED or BREEAM.
• Promote the use of sustainable materials, energy-efficient systems, and renewable energy sources in the project.
• Identify opportunities to reduce the project's carbon footprint and enhance resource efficiency.
• Monitor environmental and sustainability performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability standards.
• Prepare detailed reports on environmental and sustainability performance for senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and implement waste management plans to minimize construction and operational waste.
• Ensure proper disposal of hazardous materials in compliance with local regulations.
• Promote recycling and reuse initiatives to reduce waste generation.
• Work closely with contractors, consultants, and government authorities to ensure alignment on environmental and sustainability objectives.
• Engage with cultural and religious experts to address sensitivities related to environmental and sustainability decisions.
• Act as a liaison between the project team and regulatory bodies to facilitate approvals and resolve environmental issues.
• Provide training and guidance to project teams and contractors on environmental and sustainability best practices.
• Raise awareness of environmental and sustainability issues among workers and stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of environmental stewardship and sustainability across the project.
• Identify and assess environmental risks associated with the project and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk management measures and adjust as needed to maintain compliance.
• Address and resolve environmental incidents in a timely and effective manner.
• Ensure all environmental and sustainability strategies respect the cultural and religious significance of Makkah and the Holy Haram.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate environmentally friendly solutions that align with local traditions and practices.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 15 years of experience with Min.3 years in KSA in environmental management or sustainability, preferably in large-scale construction or urban development projects.
• Proven track record of implementing environmental and sustainability strategies in complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, sustainability standards, and green building certifications (e.g., LEED, BREEAM).
• Proficiency in environmental management tools and software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify environmental risks and opportunities.
• Strategic thinking and ability to align environmental and sustainability efforts with organizational goals.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Deep understanding of cultural and religious sensitivities in Makkah.
• Must be Muslim; Arabic language 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.

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In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next

When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We've got what you're looking for.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for a Environmental & Sustainability Manager to join our team in Makkah. In this role you will be responsible for ensuring that the project complies with environmental regulations and sustainability standards. This role involves developing and implementing strategies to minimize the environmental impact of the project, promoting sustainable practices. The Environmental & Sustainability Engineer will work closely with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to integrate environmental and sustainability considerations into all aspects of the project while respecting the cultural and religious sensitivities of Makkah.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Develop and implement an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) for the project, covering all phases from design to construction and operation.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Arabian environmental laws, regulations, and international standards, such as ISO 14001.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and recommend mitigation measures to address potential risks.
• Develop and implement sustainability strategies to ensure the project meets green building standards, such as LEED or BREEAM.
• Promote the use of sustainable materials, energy-efficient systems, and renewable energy sources in the project.
• Identify opportunities to reduce the project's carbon footprint and enhance resource efficiency.
• Monitor environmental and sustainability performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability standards.
• Prepare detailed reports on environmental and sustainability performance for senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and implement waste management plans to minimize construction and operational waste.
• Ensure proper disposal of hazardous materials in compliance with local regulations.
• Promote recycling and reuse initiatives to reduce waste generation.
• Work closely with contractors, consultants, and government authorities to ensure alignment on environmental and sustainability objectives.
• Engage with cultural and religious experts to address sensitivities related to environmental and sustainability decisions.
• Act as a liaison between the project team and regulatory bodies to facilitate approvals and resolve environmental issues.
• Provide training and guidance to project teams and contractors on environmental and sustainability best practices.
• Raise awareness of environmental and sustainability issues among workers and stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of environmental stewardship and sustainability across the project.
• Identify and assess environmental risks associated with the project and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk management measures and adjust as needed to maintain compliance.
• Address and resolve environmental incidents in a timely and effective manner.
• Ensure all environmental and sustainability strategies respect the cultural and religious significance of Makkah and the Holy Haram.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate environmentally friendly solutions that align with local traditions and practices.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 15 years of experience with Min.3 years in KSA in environmental management or sustainability, preferably in large-scale construction or urban development projects.
• Proven track record of implementing environmental and sustainability strategies in complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, sustainability standards, and green building certifications (e.g., LEED, BREEAM).
• Proficiency in environmental management tools and software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify environmental risks and opportunities.
• Strategic thinking and ability to align environmental and sustainability efforts with organizational goals.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Deep understanding of cultural and religious sensitivities in Makkah.
• Must be Muslim; Arabic language 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—APPLY TODAY

Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to .

ABOUT THE JOB

We want to incorporate an
Environmental and Sustainability
Technician
in our offices in
Riyadh
.

We can offer you the opportunity to outdo yourself every day, developing your professional career while working on national and international projects, in an environment of collaboration and teamwork. You will be part of a multidisciplinary group where you will be a key player. You will get to experience different businesses and technologies in a flexible and supportive work setting.

ABOUT YOU

Don't hesitate to apply if:

• You have a diploma in environmental specialization.
• You have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience related to environment and/or sustainability.
• You are certified as a Technician by the Saudi Council of Engineers.
• Previous experience in any of the following fields is a plus:
• Environmental Consulting/Consultancy,
• Environmental impact assessment,
• Environmental Social Impact Assessment,
• ESG or Sustainability field.
• Experience in climate change related assignments, including climate change mitigation, climate risk assessment, climate change adaptation and combating desertification.
• Experience in Biodiversity, Natural Capital and Natural Resources Management related assignments.
• You have the ability to work in a team and have technical rigour.
• You are independent and have an innovative mindset.
• You have an advanced level of English (C1).
• And above all. are eager to learn in a multinational firm.

KEY RESPONSABILITIES

You will collaborate with our existing team in the Riyadh office, providing sustainability and environmental consulting services—such as permitting and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) across a wide range of projects, including infrastructure, energy, water, and urban planning.

Additional requirements:

• Transferable Iqama in case non-Saudi.
• Based in Riyadh.
• Valid SCE membership

We are currently recruiting a Senior Environmental and Sustainability Engineer to join our team in Riyadh for an Iconic Project. The Environmental and Sustainability Engineer will be responsible for overseeing and guiding the implementation of all environmental and sustainability requirements during the construction phase.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead handover meetings with the contractor's sustainability and environmental teams to communicate project-specific targets, deliverables, and compliance requirements.
• Clarify applicable sustainability credits and environmental performance requirements.
• Define documentation protocols for both sustainability and environmental compliance.
• Ensure understanding of multi-building project approach and credit applicability.
• Ensure timely registration under applicable sustainability rating systems and environmental approvals.
• Coordinate with design and construction teams to integrate environmental protection measures and sustainability requirements into shop drawings and method statements.
• Oversee and verify compliance in material submittals, procurement processes, and environmental product declarations.
• Monitor implementation of the Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP), Waste Management Plan, and Pollution Prevention Plan, ensuring full alignment with sustainability targets and environmental regulations.
• Conduct regular environmental and sustainability audits per the applicable rating systems (e.g., LEED, Mostadam, GSAS) and environmental legislation.
• Review final documentation packages for both environmental compliance and sustainability credits before submission for approval.

Personal Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Architecture, or related field; master's preferred.
• Minimum of 10–15 years of relevant experience in sustainability roles within large-scale construction supervision projects.
• Professional accreditation in at least one sustainability rating system (e.g., LEED AP, Mostadam, GSAS, BREEAM, etc.).
• Proven experience in managing sustainability compliance during construction, with hands-on knowledge of documentation, audits, and contractor coordination.
• Strong understanding of regional environmental regulations and project-specific sustainability requirements.

Aramco energizes the world economy.

Aramco occupies a unique position in the global energy industry. We are the world's largest producer of hydrocarbons (oil and gas), with the lowest upstream carbon intensity of any major producer.

With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramco’s value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generations’ spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom’s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply.

We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Specialist with Refinery Experience to join our Global Manufacturing Excellence organization to work under the Decarbonization and Sustainability Division to work on environmental protection and performance aspects.

Decarbonization and Sustainability Division provides support to Saudi Aramco Global Manufacturing wholly owned and affiliates’ facilities in assessing and advising on the deployment and adoption of decarbonization, energy and environmental programs and initiatives. This includes identifying and analyzing operational challenges and developing engineering solutions to improve energy efficiency and GHG emissions.

Your primary role is to provide expert guidance and support in establishing environmental business plans objectives and emission baselines, developing solutions to environmental problems, conducting environmental performance calculations, daily monitoring and reporting, collecting and analyzing data to observe the GHG reduction opportunities, advising to improve the performance, and identifying deviations and developing solutions to environmental problems. Strong management and coordination skills are necessary to lead and work with environmental teams in operating facilities under the Global Manufacturing Excellence.

• Monitor facility operating and business plans objectives are consistent and in-line with Saudi Aramco environmental protection policy and all applicable environmental policies, GIs and standards.
• Identify deviations and developing solutions to environmental problems to ensure mitigation of facilities environmental risk and improve compliance to company and governmental environmental regulations.
• Conduct full potential GHG and environmental assessment and provide recommendations.
• Develop, review and implement Green House Gas management.
• Conduct internal GHG assessment in preparation for facilities such as refineries, NGL fractionation plants, and petrochemical plants and lube manufacturing plants.
• Monitor the solids and chemical disposals to guarantee a safe environmental protection in compliance with governmental regulations.
• Monitor air quality, waste water and water conservation, waste management performance.
• Develop, review and deployment of facilities environmental management system in alignment with ISO 14001.
• Develop and maintain Environmental procedures and guidelines.
• Conduct internal environmental performance benchmarking studies among the oil and gas, refineries.
• Stay abreast of international and regional regulations concerning emissions, waste management, water and waste water, GHG to ensure alignment with compliance standards.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including field engineers, top-level executives, and regulatory bodies, to ensure alignment with industry needs.
• Analyze complex data sets related to emissions, equipment efficiency, and other relevant parameters, deriving actionable insights for enhancement.

• You will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering
• You will have at least 17 years of experience in oil and gas refineries, petrochemical. EPI/QEP certified professional are preferred.
• You will have knowledge of the oil & gas, refining industry and its environmental challenges and risks.
• You will have knowledge of global / governmental environmental policies, regulations and standards.
• You will have expertise in technical sustainability data, calculation methodology and limitations.
• You will have strong analytical and troubleshooting skills in the field of environmental engineering.
• You will be familiar with ISO-14001 Environmental Management System and Requirement.
• You will be familiar with development of decarbonization roadmap, GHG emission baseline and target setting.

Working environment

Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.

At Aramco, our people work on truly world-scale projects, supported by investment in capital and technology that is second to none. And because, as a global energy company, we are faced with addressing some of the world’s biggest technical, logistical and environmental challenges, we invest heavily in talent development.

We have a proud history of educating and training our workforce over many decades. Employees at all levels are encouraged to improve their sector-specific knowledge and competencies through our workforce development programs – one of the largest in the world.