Senior/Principal Sustainability Consultant

Overview

Lead sustainability consulting for building net-zero projects in the Middle East region

Key Responsibilities

• carbon assessment
• energy assessment
• tunnel design
• tunneling methods
• procurement review
• client engagement

Tasks

-Building life-cycle assessments (particularly operational carbon aspects). -Lead client and stakeholder engagement, including participation in progress meetings, technical reviews, and approvals. -Lead and manage the design, engineering, and construction support for tunneling works, including bored tunnels, microtunneling, and cut-and-cover structures. -Predictive energy assessments. -Oversee tunneling methods, ground treatment strategies, risk management, and interface coordination with surrounding infrastructure and utilities. -Support the procurement strategy and review contractor methodologies, equipment selection, and temporary works. -Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including geotechnical, structural, mechanical, and environmental engineers to deliver integrated solutions. -Review and approve tunnel design calculations, construction drawings, and technical specifications in line with international standards and client requirements. -Provide technical leadership across all stages of tunnel project delivery – from feasibility, conceptual and detailed design, to construction and commissioning. -Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of tunneling capability across the business.

Requirements

• leed ap
• well ap
• berde
• 8-10 yrs
• line mgmt
• biz dev

What You Bring

-Demonstrated ability to manage, develop, and mentor junior team members, fostering growth in core competencies and professional capabilities. -Possess strong carbon and net zero related expertise; a wide range of skill sets and a willingness to become involved in a broad selection of projects. -Mostadam AP/Estidama PQP. -Experience in leading projects involving building sustainability certification appraisals (BREEAM, LEED, WELL), carbon footprints, building energy audits, carbon management services, climate change assessments, the net zero transitions (embodied or net zero operational buildings), or related services. -Excellent analytic and communication skills - we believe in the use of quality data to drive objective decision making. -Able to scope retrofit projects and identify potential technical solutions, including working to develop a costed decarbonization roadmap for building assets and estates. -WELL Accredited Professional. -Must have at least one of the following credentials:LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) with specialty (BD+C, ID+C, O+M, ND, Homes).Mostadam AP/Estidama PQP.WELL Accredited Professional.BERDE Certified Professional.Low Carbon Consultant/Low Carbon Assessor.Residential/Commercial Energy Auditor.Other credentials focused on sustainability and sustainable development. -Be highly self-motivated, possessing strong enthusiasm and commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes. -Experienced in tackling multidisciplinary consultancy or service projects that cross the boundaries between the traditional engineering and other disciplines, such as IT, urban planning, and engineering. -Have experience with emerging carbon and net zero regulations, guidance and standards. -Green building certifications (LEED, WELL & ILFI). -BERDE Certified Professional. -Have strong report writing, communication and presentation skills. -Experienced in line management, with responsibility for staff line management and performance management. -LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) with specialty (BD+C, ID+C, O+M, ND, Homes). -Knowledgeable of international regulatory frameworks, guidance and standards would be an advantage. -Proven experience in business development and bid management, including responding to client RFPs and preparing comprehensive technical and commercial proposals. -Able to lead sustainability and building physics projects through the full project life cycle including analysis to support:NZEB, Low/Net Zero Carbon/Energy Building design strategies. Green building certifications (LEED, WELL & ILFI).Building life-cycle assessments (particularly operational carbon aspects).Predictive energy assessments. -The successful candidate will be educated to degree / higher degree level in relevant subject (Engineering, Sustainable Energy, Building Services Engineering, Sustainable Development etc.) and will have achieved, chartered status and / or full or fellow membership of a recognized relevant professional body. -Be flexible, adaptable and prepared to take on new challenges and work from other AtkinsRéalis or client office locations. -Other credentials focused on sustainability and sustainable development. -8-10 years’ experience across the fields of sustainability and energy in buildings, including project management and business development experience.

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Benefits

-Company gratuity scheme. -Remote work opportunities outside of country. -Discretionary bonus program. -Generous annual leave balance. -Relocation assistance. -Annual flight contribution. -Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations). -Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition. -Comprehensive life insurance coverage. -Tax-free salary. -Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents. -Flexible and hybrid work solutions.

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