Sustainability Specialist (Site)

About the role

Egis, an international engineering, consulting and construction firm active in 77 countries, is looking for a detail-oriented Sustainability Specialist (Site) to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role covers developing, implementing and monitoring sustainability initiatives across site operations, minimizing environmental impact, ensuring regulatory compliance and driving continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement sustainability strategies aligned with organizational goals and Saudi Arabian environmental regulations
• Carry out regular environmental audits and assessments to find compliance gaps and improvement opportunities
• Monitor, analyze and report on energy consumption, waste generation, water usage and carbon emissions
• Work with site management and operations to embed sustainability practices in daily work
• Manage sustainability projects from start to finish, keeping to schedule and budget
• Identify energy efficiency and renewable energy opportunities
• Maintain records of environmental compliance, certifications and regulatory requirements
• Promote sustainability awareness with internal and external stakeholders and prepare reports and presentations

Required profile

• 3-5 years of experience in environmental management, sustainability or a related field, preferably in a site-based or operational role
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, compliance and sustainability best practices
• Expertise in energy efficiency, waste management and carbon footprint reduction
• English written and spoken; knowledge of Saudi regulations and Vision 2030 sustainability initiatives preferred

Required skills

• Data analysis and sustainability reporting tools and software
• Environmental audits and assessments
• Microsoft Office Suite and data visualization tools
• Preferred: ISO 14001 familiarity, LEED, ESG reporting, sustainability KPI tracking