Environment Manager - Saudi National

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organization of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Environment Manager to join our organization in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this role, you will be responsible for managing environmental activities across projects, including construction assurance, environmental monitoring, regulatory liaison, stakeholder engagement, and environmental data analysis and reporting. The role requires strong technical capability across environmental disciplines and extensive experience working within the GCC and Saudi Arabia.

• Develop, implement, and oversee environmental management systems and programs in accordance with applicable Saudi Arabian environmental legislation, regulatory requirements, project commitments and relevant international standards

• Conduct environmental risk assessments, compliance reviews, site inspections and construction environmental assurance activities to identify potential compliance gaps and areas for improvement

• Prepare and maintain detailed environmental documentation, records, monitoring reports, technical assessments and reports for regulatory submissions and internal stakeholder review

• Manage and review environmental monitoring and modelling activities, including air quality, noise and vibration

• Provide technical oversight and advice in relation to hydrology, ecology and contamination

• Analyze environmental data and metrics to track performance against established targets, identify trends and support technical and regulatory decision-making

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and project disciplines to integrate environmental considerations into design, construction and project delivery

• Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental laws, regulations, permits, approvals, project environmental requirements and organizational policies

• Lead environmental regulatory liaison and coordinate submissions, approvals and responses to environmental authorities in Saudi Arabia

• Manage engagement with clients, regulators, contractors, consultants and other project stakeholders on environmental matters

• Oversee environmental monitoring programmes and review monitoring data to identify exceedances, trends and required mitigation or corrective actions

• Investigate environmental incidents and non-conformances, and implement corrective and preventive actions

• Stay current with changes in environmental regulations and industry standards relevant to operations in Saudi Arabia

• Communicate and present environmental findings, risks, performance and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience in environmental management

• Proven experience in construction environmental assurance and environmental compliance

• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, standards, and best practices, particularly those applicable in Saudi Arabia

• Demonstrated experience in environmental monitoring, including interpretation and analysis of monitoring data

• Technical proficiency in air quality, noise and vibration monitoring and modelling

• Technical knowledge and experience in hydrology, ecology and contamination

• Proven experience in regulatory liaison and engagement with environmental authorities

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience coordinating with clients, regulators, contractors, consultants and multidisciplinary project teams

• Demonstrated ability to analyze environmental data and prepare comprehensive reports

• Strong data analysis and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate technical environmental information clearly

• Excellent organizational and project management skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic language skills are preferred

• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders

• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy