Senior Sustainability Consultant

4 months ago
Full time role
In-person · Riyadh, Riyadh Province, SA... more

The Team

Our passionate MENA and Riyadh team play a key role in some the region’s most important and exciting projects. The team works across all sectors in the region with project locations far and wide. 

  

The team are multi award winning and very proud of our sustainability achievements – and offer a pro-active and collaborative approach to skill development, and professional excellence. For more information on the MENA team and reference of some notable projects delivered refer to the website. 

  

The world’s first consultancy to be formally endorsed as a One Planet Company and certified carbon neutral, Cundall’s ESD team is at the heart of the built environment’s response to the global ecological and climate emergencies. The team works with Cundall’s wider global sustainable design practice which has delivered some of the most innovative and ecologically positive projects in several countries and all sectors of the built environment. 

  

At Cundall, we do things differently; we are committed to pushing beyond standard compliance and solutions on every project we deliver. We pride ourselves on our exemplary track record of designing innovative, sustainable and energy efficient solutions, that minimise the use of natural resources, as well as helping businesses respond to increasing Sustainability legislation, reporting requirements and stakeholder expectations. 

  

With offices in the Middle East, UK, Europe, Asia and Australia, we offer a pro-active and collaborative approach to skill development, professional excellence and knowledge sharing. 

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented, passionate and motivated Senior Sustainability Consultant to join our award-winning MENA team in Riyadh, to work and lead on some of the most exciting sustainable projects in KSA, MENA and around the world.

 

In this new role you will be working closely under the guidance and supervision of a Principal Consultant. You will develop your existing knowledge and skills in Sustainability and Building physics, and assist with the development of energy and sustainability strategies for buildings and businesses.

 

As an integral part of our multi-disciplinary team, and working with colleagues across multiple offices, you will manage, inspire, analyse, report and model ESD projects and liaise with clients with the aim of expanding the sustainability portfolio, in line with Cundall’s Zero Carbon Design 2030 Target.

 

You will ideally have experience in a similar role within ESD consulting, be looking to take the next step in your career and increase your client exposure, job management and leadership qualities.

 

We expect all team members to aim to go well beyond industry standards to positively impact every project we work on.

The Skills

  • Engineering, Architecture or built environment-related degree.
  • Mostadam Accredited Professional.
  • A strong and proven track record of working on Mostadam projects
  • LEED Accredited Professional.
  • 8 to 12 years of experience within ESD consulting in the built environment sector.
  • The ability to lead projects and junior staff and positively represent the business.
  • Experience with preparing strategy, implementation and certification of best practice schemes, including LEED, Mostadam, Estidama, GSAS, BREEAM and WELL.
  • Experience in building physics modeling (Energy, Daylight, Comfort, Parametrics) in general, and IES-VE software in specific.
  • Solid understanding of the relevant industry codes across the region (including KSA), and demonstrable knowledge of the financial/commercial aspects of projects.
  • Possess a body of knowledge allowing you to evaluate ESD attributes and opportunities within designs, and where improvements are required (mechanical, façade, spatial etc).
  • Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
  • Strong Presentation & Reporting skills.
  • Excellent Organizational, Time Management & Resource Management skills. 
  • Client liaison and relationship management throughout various stages of a project.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, effectively planning to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to manage the various sustainability aspects of complex design and construction projects, with aspiring Net-Zero carbon targets.

Preferable, but not essential

  • WELL AP.
  • PMP
  • Holding a Master’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Familiarity with Architectural modeling software platforms, including Revit, Sketchup & Rhino.
  • Experience with Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) using E-tool or equivalent software.
  • Experience with ESG and Corporate Sustainability principles.

Job Description

 

Why Join Cundall?

 

We know that to be the best at what we do we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone. That’s why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.

 

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