
Senior Manager - Sustainability DESIGN
- Riyadh
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Ensuring that all community and asset designs comply with NEOM frameworks, procedures, green rating systems (e.g., LEED, Envision), and applicable environmental laws and regulations.
- Overseeing the inclusion of sustainability requirements within design documentation, including technical specifications, drawings, and design criteria.
- Providing strategic advice on decarbonization pathways, including carbon budgeting, life cycle assessments (LCA), and Net Zero alignment.
- Promoting low-carbon design solutions and ensuring systematic carbon data reporting and communication during the design phases.
- Advising on energy and water reduction strategies that support broader environmental and performance goals.
- Assessing sustainability compliance risks, developing mitigation strategies, and monitoring risk indicators across project phases.
- Collaborating with internal teams, external partners, regulatory bodies, and auditors to maintain compliance and strengthen performance alignment.
- Developing frameworks to monitor and report on key sustainability KPIs, including energy efficiency, water use, waste, and carbon emissions.
- Ensuring project outcomes support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the IFC Performance Standards, in alignment with NEOM's overarching sustainability commitments.
- Leading and mentoring sustainability team members, encouraging a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Supporting the integration of sustainability into consultant selection, including:
- Scope of work development and contractual integration.
- Proposal review and evaluation (technical and commercial).
- Consultant onboarding and ongoing performance review.
- Monitoring compliance with NEOM procedures and sustainability standards.
- Tracking and reporting on sustainability KPIs and consultant performance.
- Contributing to the achievement of THE LINE Projects Sustainability team’s KPIs and strategic targets.
- Carrying out additional tasks as assigned by the Head of Sustainability Performance Excellence.
- People management experience is an asset, as is international experience, i.e. outside your home country, as well as experience in diverse functional areas relevant to Sustainability Management activities.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering is required. A master's degree in sustainability, environmental science, or a related discipline is preferred.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in engineering, sustainability, or green infrastructure design.
- Proven success integrating sustainability into complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
- Track record of delivering certified sustainable projects under LEED and Envision.
- Up-to-date expertise in carbon reporting, whole life carbon, and low-carbon design.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and executive levels.
- Experience working within international, cross-cultural project environments is highly desirable.
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
- Paid Annual leave.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Relocation assistance.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.
- Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
- Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
- Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.