Senior Sustainability Manager

Overview

Lead sustainability strategy and implementation for a large mixed‑use Dubai development.

Key Responsibilities

• carbon reduction
• certification
• framework development
• kpi monitoring
• strategy coordination
• technical leadership

Tasks

-Drives carbon reduction efforts and shares sector insights to support net zero goals. -Oversee sustainability performance benchmarking and certification pathways such as LEED for Communities, WELL Community, or equivalent local standards. -Responsible for engaging with project consultants and contractor to integrate sustainability objectives into master planning, assets, architectural design, mobility, and infrastructure strategies. -Lead the coordination of environmental, energy, water, waste, and wellbeing strategies to ensure integrated sustainability outcomes. -Manages and mentors teams, fostering professional growth in a supportive environment. -Collaborate closely with master planners, architects, infrastructure, design consultants and contractors to embed sustainability principles throughout the life cycle of the development. -Lead the development of the sustainability framework and roadmap for the master plan including assets aligned with international best practice, local regulations, and the development ESG vision, Dubai’s 2040 plan and UAE’s 2050 net-zero ambition. -Identify key performance indicators and establish data-driven monitoring and reporting systems for sustainability performance. -Provide technical leadership on carbon, circularity, biodiversity, and resilience strategies at both project and district scale.

Requirements

• leed ap
• estidama pqp
• cem
• professional membership
• leadership
• uae policies

What You Bring

-Demonstrated experience with urban sustainability certifications and carbon reduction strategies. -Suitable professional membership/s (i.e. IEMA, ICRS, CIEMA, ICE, RICS). -Excellent communication, analytical and leadership skills. -Strong understanding of UAE sustainability policies and frameworks, including Dubai Municipality, Estidama, and RSB initiatives. -Experience in sustainability management, with proven delivery of frameworks and implementation on large-scale master planning or mixed-use developments. -Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and engage with senior stakeholders. -Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, or a related discipline. -Relevant Tertiary Qualification (Post Graduate Degree, Etc) (or equivalent). -LEED AP, and/or Estidama PQP, and/or Certified Energy Manager.

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About Mace

-Founded in 1990 by ex-Bovis professionals aiming to overhaul a confrontational construction sector. -Headquartered in London. -Delivers iconic projects such as skyscrapers and transport networks. -Known for projects like the London Eye, The Shard, and Dubai’s record-breaking Ferris wheel. -Specializes in sectors including arts, defence, energy & utilities, transport, and stadiums. -Blends consultancy services with hands-on construction delivery. -Managing programs such as Ontario’s Metrolinx rail tunnel.

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