Sustainability Specialist - Saudi National

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Riyadh
Office
R179562
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Job Description:

Parsons are seeking a Sustainability Specialist - Saudi National with 5 years of experience to drive sustainability initiatives and environmental performance on a large-scale airport/airfield development project. The role requires expertise in sustainable construction practices, energy efficiency, carbon management, and compliance with environmental regulations.

The Sustainability Specialist will support the delivery of sustainable outcomes in alignment with client expectations, regulatory requirements, and corporate ESG goals.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Develop and implement sustainability plans and initiatives for the airport project.
  • Ensure alignment with environmental regulations, ESG standards, and client sustainability objectives.
  • Integrate sustainable practices into construction, design, and operational activities.
  • Monitor environmental performance, including energy, water, waste, and emissions.
  • Conduct environmental audits, assessments, and reporting.
  • Identify opportunities for resource efficiency, emissions reduction, and sustainable materials usage.
  • Prepare sustainability reports, dashboards, and KPI tracking for stakeholders.
  • Support ESG reporting in line with local, national, and international standards.
  • Ensure documentation supports compliance, certification, and audit readiness.
  • Promote sustainability awareness among project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
  • Conduct workshops and training sessions on sustainable practices and compliance requirements.
  • Collaborate with design, engineering, and construction teams to integrate sustainable solutions.
  • Engage with regulatory authorities, airport authorities, and clients on sustainability matters.
  • Support certification processes (e.g., LEED, BREEAM, ISO 14001) if applicable.

Required Skills You’ll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Civil/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of sustainability experience in infrastructure, construction, or aviation projects.
  • Experience with airport or large-scale infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of sustainability standards, carbon footprint reduction, and environmental management systems (ISO 14001).
  • Strong analytical, reporting, and project management skills.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Desired Skills You’ll Bring:

  • Certifications in sustainability, environmental management, or energy (LEED, BREEAM, GHG Protocol).
  • Experience implementing sustainability initiatives on airport or aviation infrastructure projects.
  • Familiarity with ESG frameworks, circular economy practices, and green building standards.

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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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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