Sustainability / LEED Specialist

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Job Description

Parsons is looking for a skilled and motivated Sustainability / LEED Specialist to support the delivery of a world-class airfield development project. This role focuses on integrating sustainable design and construction practices into all project phases, ensuring LEED certification goals are achieved, and aligning with client and regulatory environmental performance standards.

The ideal candidate will have 8 years of experience in sustainability consulting or engineering, with demonstrated knowledge of LEED, Envision, and other green building frameworks, preferably on large-scale infrastructure or aviation-related projects.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the coordination and implementation of LEED (v4 or later) certification processes, including documentation, tracking, and compliance.
• Evaluate and integrate sustainable design solutions across all airport systems including buildings, utilities, airside, and landside facilities.
• Support the development and execution of the project's Sustainability Management Plan (SMP).
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and construction teams to incorporate energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, and material sustainability strategies.
• Review sustainability-related design submittals, material data, and construction methods for compliance with project and LEED requirements.
• Provide technical support for environmental product declarations (EPDs), life cycle assessments (LCAs), and embodied carbon
• Engage with project stakeholders, including contractors and consultants, to ensure alignment with sustainability objectives.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations to communicate progress toward sustainability targets.
• Facilitate sustainability training sessions and workshops as needed.
• Ensure alignment with local environmental regulations, international best practices (e.g., LEED, WELL, Envision), and airport authority sustainability policies.
• Identify opportunities for innovation in sustainable technologies and strategies throughout the design and construction phases.
• Support environmental audits and third-party certification site reviews.
  
  
  

What Required Skills You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Architecture, Sustainability, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in sustainability, green building consulting, or related field.
• Proven track record in managing or supporting LEED projects through certification.
• Deep knowledge of LEED systems (particularly BD+C and ND), USGBC guidelines, and documentation tools.
• Strong understanding of sustainability performance metrics (energy, water, waste, indoor air quality).
• Familiar with construction materials, energy modeling, and commissioning processes.
• Proficient in LEED Online, MS Office, and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau preferred).
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, with experience working in multidisciplinary environments.
• LEED AP BD+C or equivalent credential is highly preferred.
• Experience on airport/transportation infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of Envision, WELL, or Estidama rating systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with BIM, AutoCAD, or environmental modeling software (e.g., IES-VE, OpenLCA).
• Arabic language proficiency is an advantage.
  
  
  

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