Environmental Manager - Engineering and Sustainability Leadership - Qiddiya Project Saudi

Environmental Manager - Engineering and Sustainability Leadership - Qiddiya Project - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Parsons is hiring an Environmental Manager to lead environmental engineering strategies for the Qiddiya Project, one of Saudi Arabia's most ambitious developments under Vision 2030. This role offers the opportunity to shape sustainable practices, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement advanced engineering solutions across a mega‑scale urban infrastructure.

Job Location:

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Industry: Environmental Services

Function:
Environmental Health & Safety Services

Salary:  monthly (Market estimated)

Gender: Any Candidate | Nationality:
Any Candidate | Current

Location:

Any | Job Type: Full Time

As the Environmental Manager, you will lead a team of engineers and designers to implement environmentally responsible practices and ensure that all engineering efforts across Qiddiya align with national regulations and global sustainability benchmarks. This role includes overseeing environmental studies, compliance audits, risk analysis, and technical integration with project engineering teams.

• Lead environmental planning and engineering efforts for infrastructure and transportation components across Qiddiya
• Ensure full compliance with environmental codes, safety standards, and sustainability regulations
• Conduct environmental impact assessments (EIA), audits, surveys, and site investigations
• Supervise design teams and provide technical input into equipment specifications, shop testing, and supplier reviews
• Support operation and maintenance plan development and train site teams on environmental protocols
• Perform RAM (reliability, availability, maintenance) and safety analysis on major project systems
• Recommend technical improvements and prepare technical papers or sustainability strategies
• Interface with clients, suppliers, and government authorities regarding environmental documentation and compliance
• Assist in forecasting budgets and resource needs for environmental engineering scope

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Civil, or related Engineering discipline; PE or equivalent certification preferred
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in environmental engineering or infrastructure sustainability
• Strong understanding of RAM, EIA, environmental risk assessments, and O&M planning
• Familiarity with local Saudi environmental regulations and international standards (e.g., ISO 14001, LEED, IFC)
• Experience using CAD/CAE software for environmental integration in design workflows
• Excellent leadership, communication, and technical writing skills
• Ability to supervise multidisciplinary teams and support large-scale project delivery

• Help lead environmental strategies for one of the Middle East's largest urban projects
• Be a part of Parsons' global sustainability and engineering excellence initiative
• Join a high-performing team with access to career growth and long-term project opportunities
• Competitive salary, global exposure, and a positive, innovation-driven work environment

Parsons Corporation is a global leader in smart infrastructure, urban mobility, and environmental engineering. As a partner on the Qiddiya Project, Parsons plays a vital role in delivering world‑class, future‑ready solutions aligned with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. Our work spans engineering, sustainability, and innovation—join us to imagine next.