Environment And Sustainability Specialist

Job description / Role

Description

Eram Talent is searching for an environment and sustainability specialist to join their team in Saudi Arabia. The environment and sustainability specialist will work collaboratively with a range of technical specialists on a broad range of projects and will coordinate impact assessments, review and evaluate impacts, develop mitigation measures, and support the development of environmental and social management plans on behalf of a government client. The role will be a combination of fieldwork and report writing and will be based in client offices in Riyadh, KSA.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing sustainability policies and procedures across various departments.
• Conduct environmental assessments and sustainability audits to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Coordination and delivery of environmental audits and environmental and social impact assessments.
• Good understanding and practical experience with international lender standards e.g., Equator Principles and IFC Performance Standards.
• An understanding of the approach and process steps of environmental impact assessment, and knowledge of regional environmental regulations and their application.
• Professional membership or certification with recognised organisations (e.g., IEMA, CIEEM, CIWEM, IES, PMP certificate) would be advantageous.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate sustainability considerations into project planning and execution.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on environmental performance metrics.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on sustainability practices and environmental regulations.
• Stay informed about emerging sustainability trends and best practices, and recommend innovative solutions.
• Engage with stakeholders to promote sustainability initiatives and community outreach efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, sustainability, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental management, sustainability, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and sustainability frameworks.
• Coordination and delivery of environmental audits and environmental and social impact assessments.
• Specification, preparation and coordination of fee proposals for environmental work.
• Good understanding and practical experience with international lender standards e.g., Equator Principles and IFC Performance Standards.
• Experience conducting environmental assessments and audits.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and sustainability reporting tools.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in Arabic is an advantage.