Education Requirements and Acceptable Alternatives

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or relevant discipline – Mandatory
Master's degree in Sustainability / Environmental Engineering – Preferred
Strong experience in environmental and sustainability compliance within PMC/Consultant roles
Relevant experience may substitute postgraduate studies

Required Courses / Certifications

LEED AP / GSAS / Estidama – Preferred
ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) – Preferred
NEBOSH / Environmental & HSE Certifications – Advantage
PMP – Advantage

Question

Accept (Yes / Ideal Answer)

Reject (No / Wrong Answer)

Have you worked in a PMC/Consultant role overseeing environmental and sustainability aspects?

Yes – PMC/Consultant oversight role

No – Contractor execution only

Do you have experience in environmental impact assessments (EIA) or similar studies?

Yes – Strong environmental background

No – No EIA experience

Have you ensured compliance with environmental regulations and authority requirements?

Yes – Strong governance role

No – No regulatory experience

Do you have experience with sustainability frameworks (LEED, GSAS, etc.)?

Yes – Certified or experienced

No – No sustainability exposure

Have you monitored contractor compliance with environmental requirements?

Yes – Oversight and enforcement

No – No monitoring role

Have you worked on infrastructure or large-scale development projects?

Yes – Relevant experience

No – Small/non-relevant projects

Have you prepared or reviewed environmental/sustainability reports?

Yes – Reporting experience

No – No reporting role

Have you coordinated with stakeholders on environmental matters?

Yes – Strong coordination

No – Limited coordination

Have you identified environmental risks and proposed mitigation measures?

Yes – Risk management experience

No – No involvement

Do you have knowledge of waste management, pollution control, and environmental protection practices?

Yes – Strong technical knowledge

No – Weak understanding

Other Important Requirements / Remarks

Strong experience in environmental compliance and sustainability practices within infrastructure projects
Familiarity with local and international environmental regulations and standards
Experience in sustainability frameworks, and environmental reporting
Experience in large-scale / infrastructure or city-wide developments is preferred
Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills

Required Experience – Sustainability & Environmental Engineer (PMC Level)

10–12+ years of experience

Typical Career Progression:

0–5 years: Environmental Engineer
5–10 years: Senior Environmental Engineer
10–12+ years: Sustainability / Environmental Lead

Below Requirement:

Less than 8–9 years: Not suitable for this position
No environmental/sustainability experience: Reject