Sustainability Manager

Role Overview

Sustainability Manager at AtkinsRéalis, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Lead and oversee sustainability, environmental performance, and ESG initiatives for a major site supervision consultancy project.

Company Overview

AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together with industry partners, clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Role Purpose

Ensure that sustainability objectives are effectively integrated into project planning, design review, construction supervision, commissioning, and handover activities. Work closely with the Client, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders to deliver environmentally responsible and sustainable developments aligned with international best practices and Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Sustainability Planning & Strategy

• Develop and implement the project Sustainability Management Plan and monitor compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide sustainability guidance to project teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Drive initiatives related to energy efficiency, water conservation, carbon reduction, waste management, and sustainable procurement.
• Develop strategies to reduce construction waste and improve circular economy practices.
• Support the achievement of green building certifications such as LEED, Mostadam, BREEAM, WELL, or equivalent.

Design & Construction Integration

• Lead sustainability initiatives across all project stages including design review, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover.
• Review design submissions and construction methodologies to ensure integration of sustainable design and construction practices.
• Review material submittals to ensure compliance with sustainable sourcing and environmental standards.
• Promote the use of low-carbon materials, recycled content, and resource-efficient construction practices.
• Support biodiversity, landscaping, and ecological enhancement initiatives where applicable.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure project compliance with client sustainability requirements, environmental regulations, and international sustainability standards.
• Monitor contractor compliance with approved environmental and sustainability requirements.
• Review environmental impact mitigation measures and ensure implementation on site.
• Coordinate with relevant authorities, certification bodies, and third-party sustainability consultants.

Monitoring & Performance

• Monitor project performance against sustainability targets, KPIs, and ESG objectives.
• Conduct sustainability assessments, audits, and performance reviews across project activities.
• Track and report project carbon emissions, environmental performance, and sustainability metrics.
• Monitor indoor environmental quality requirements for hospitality and convention center facilities.

Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

• Coordinate sustainability workshops and awareness programs for project stakeholders.
• Prepare sustainability reports, dashboards, presentations, and compliance documentation for clients and management.
• Support project handover activities by ensuring sustainability and certification requirements are fully achieved.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Master's Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Management, Energy Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum 15+ years of overall professional experience in sustainability and environmental management within the construction industry.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in a Sustainability Manager role on large-scale building developments.
• Proven experience delivering sustainability strategies for major buildings, hotels, resorts, convention centers, mixed-use developments, and commercial projects.
• Experience managing green building certification processes and stakeholder coordination.
• Experience within site supervision consultancy or project management consultancy environments is highly preferred.
• Experience working in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is highly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Professional accreditation such as LEED AP, Mostadam AP, BREEAM Assessor, WELL AP, ENV SP, or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Extensive knowledge of sustainable building design principles, energy-efficient systems, and environmental management practices.
• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks, sustainability reporting, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of carbon accounting, net-zero strategies, climate resilience, and decarbonization initiatives.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian environmental regulations and sustainability requirements, including Mostadam.
• Strong analytical, technical, and reporting capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and sustainability performance management tools.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Additional Information

Employment Details

• Worker Type: Employee
• Job Type: Regular

Benefits

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation and housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.