Assistant Sustainability Manager

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

The project:

This is an opportunity to be involved in the delivery of major sports stadiums and associated projects in Saudi Arabia. Mace is currently delivering the programme which will require high-calibre and experienced people to lead teams throughout each phase of the project.

You'll be responsible for:

• Integrates sustainability standards like LEED, MOSTADAM, and ISO 14001, and aligns with KSA Vision 2030 and FIFA 2034 goals across design, construction, and operations.
• Supports the development and implementation of climate change, sustainability, and social value strategies across projects, ensuring delivery of agreed outcomes.
• Acts as a technical expert in areas such as energy/carbon, waste, water, responsible sourcing, and sustainable buildings, while promoting innovation.
• Provides broad sustainability support to stakeholders, covering major environmental and social issues.
• Contributes to bid support and work-winning efforts through innovation and client engagement.
• Guides sustainable building design, including embodied and operational carbon, net zero carbon strategies, and assessing their impact on cost, programme, and operations.
• Analyzes and validates sustainability data-covering carbon, energy, water, and waste-alongside design documents and commissioning outputs to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Recommends sustainable technologies, conducts gap and risk assessments, and maintains the project's sustainability roadmap and targets.

You'll need to have:

• Preferred membership in professional bodies (e.g., IEMA, CIEMA, ICE, RICS).
• LEED AP or equivalent certification with building sustainability experience.
• Postgraduate engineering qualification preferred.
• Extensive years of sustainability experience, including at least 5 major projects.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

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