Overview
Senior Manager - Sustainable Developments role at ENOWA.
Company : NEOM
Role Overview
To lead the strategic vision and comprehensive implementation of all environmental and sustainability initiatives across the Proponent's activities and assets. This role ensures world-class compliance with NEOM's Regenerative Development Management System, driving innovative and sustainable development.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities
- Lead, develop, and direct the Proponent’s overarching environmental and sustainability strategies, objectives, programs, and action plans, with a strong emphasis on achieving net-zero carbon, EUI targets, and overall regenerative development.
- Translate the business strategy into annual environmental and sustainability operational plans and targets, ensuring performance is consistently monitored, measured, and reported.
- Actively participate in executive management discussions to shape the overall strategy and decision-making for sustainable development, including the adoption of global green building and infrastructure rating systems.
Team Leadership & Management
Provide effective leadership, coaching, and motivation to a high-performing department, including Environmental Assessment Managers, Environmental Compliance Managers, Environmental Sustainability Managers, Energy Engineering Services Manager, Sustainable Infrastructure Managers, and Asset Commissioning Managers.Oversee the development of team capabilities and ensure optimal resource allocation to meet project demands and organizational objectives.Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the department.Program Development & Implementation Oversight
Direct the development and implementation of comprehensive environmental assessment and permitting programs, ensuring timely achievement of approvals and adherence to all NEOM and national regulations.Oversee the implementation and management of robust environmental and sustainability compliance programs across the entire supply chain, covering development, construction, operational, and decommissioning phases.Guide the integration of sustainability principles and good environmental practices into the design, construction, and operation of all projects and assets, including ambitious decarbonization targets.Ensure that all aspects of the NEOM Plan of Work (NEOM-NEN-PRC-029) are meticulously followed for master planning, design, construction, operational, and decommissioning activities.Lead the strategic direction for energy modeling, daylighting, and thermal comfort simulation programs, ensuring the achievement of project-specific and OXAGON EUI targets and adherence to relevant standards like IPMVP and ASHRAE guidelines.Oversee the implementation of sustainable infrastructure projects, including the management of Envision and SITES rating system schemes and the development of innovative carbon and biodiversity offset programs.Ensure the effective planning, leading, and managing of the commissioning process (CxA) for assets to achieve sustainable and integrated building performance in accordance with guidelines such as USGBC LEED BD+C and / or EBOM.Drive compliance with green building rating standards and codes requirements, including LEED, Mostadam, International Green Construction Code, Saudi Green Building Code 1001, and Saudi Energy Code 601.Compliance & Standards Adherence : Ensure all departmental activities and project deliverables strictly comply with NEOM’s Regenerative Development Management System (RDMS) procedures and standards, as well as relevant international frameworks like IFC PS.Monitor and ensure continuous compliance with environmental and sustainability roles and responsibilities across all projects and report progress to executive management.Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
Develop and maintain effective relationships with key internal stakeholders, including Development, Project, and Sector teams (e.g., Enowa, Topian, Projects Sector), as well as the Executive Director.Cultivate strong relationships with external third-party stakeholders, including NEOM environmental departments, regulatory authorities, environmental consultants, service providers, developers, and tenants.Proactively engage with planning, design, construction, and operation teams on critical environmental and sustainability issues, including architectural and MEP building design.Performance Monitoring & Reporting
Direct the preparation and consolidation of departmental budgets and monitor financial performance against budget.Ensure that all environmental and sustainability departmental reports are completed accurately, timely, and in compliance with NEOM’s policies, procedures, and standards.Prepare and present periodical management reports and progress reports to senior management, informing decision-making on various environmental and sustainability initiatives.Ensure all relevant environmental and sustainability data is collated across all Proponent projects (design, construction, operations) and reported to NEOM Environment using official mechanisms.Drive the implementation of best practices and innovative solutions in energy efficiency, sustainable design, green supply chains, and environmental data analysis.Oversee research into cutting-edge products and technologies related to energy and water efficiency and conservation and contribute to solving design challenges in a changing environment.Culture and Values
Embrace NEOM’s culture and values.Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in NEOM’s Code of Conduct.Maintain fair, ethical and professional work practices in accordance with NEOM’s Values and Code of Conduct.Experience & Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
15+ years of progressive experience in environmental and sustainability management, with at least 5 years in senior leadership overseeing multi-disciplinary teams in specialized areas like energy engineering, sustainable infrastructure, and commissioning.Extensive experience managing environmental and sustainability aspects of large-scale infrastructure and construction projects.Proven expertise in environmental impact assessment, permitting processes, and developing / implementing assurance and compliance systems.Demonstrated experience in carbon management and developing sustainable design and development strategies for the built environment.Exceptional strategic planning, project management, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities.Outstanding leadership, coaching, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to inspire teams and build successful relationships.Strong oral and written communication for diverse audiences.In-depth knowledge of regional environmental regulations and international standards (e.g., IFC PS, LEED, Mostadam, Envision, SITES, WELL, IPMVP, ASHRAE, Green Construction / Building / Energy Codes).Expertise in energy efficiency strategies, decarbonization pathways, embodied carbon management, sustainable infrastructure development, and asset commissioning.Familiarity with energy modeling software (e.g., IES, eQUEST, Energy Plus).Qualifications
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Environmental sciences, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field and / or Master’s degree in relevant field equivalent from a recognized tertiary educational institution is required.LEED AP, WELL AP, Envision SP, ISO14001 – accreditation is highly desirable.Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
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