Environment Manager / LEED

Sigma Earth; Casper, San Diego (WY, CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in the United States seeks an experienced sustainability manager for infrastructure projects. This role involves designing and executing sustainability strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and achieving LEED Gold certification. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and at least 10 years of experience in managing large-scale sustainability initiatives. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in sustainability management for infrastructure projects.
• Successful track record with LEED certification processes.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute sustainability strategies for infrastructure projects.
• Integrate sustainability goals throughout project phases.
• Lead sustainability programs and ensure alignment with project needs.

Skills

Environmental strategy design

LEED certification knowledge

Project management

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sustainability or related field

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design and execute targeted sustainability and environmental strategies tailored for the infrastructure project.

• Integrate sustainability goals into every project phase—from initial planning and design to construction and operational handover.

• Provide expert advice and strategic leadership on all sustainability and environmental concerns to project leadership.

• Lead and adapt project-specific sustainability programs, ensuring they remain aligned with evolving project needs and goals.

• Align sustainability efforts with industry benchmarks and innovative practices.

• Spearhead the process to achieve LEED Gold certification by developing strategies for site sustainability, water and energy efficiency, responsible material use, and indoor environmental quality.

• Collaborate with design and construction teams to ensure LEED criteria are embedded in project methodologies.

• Ensure full compliance with all relevant environmental regulations—local, national, and international.

• Build and manage environmental monitoring systems to track compliance.

• Serve as the main contact for regulatory agencies during audits and inspections.

• Stay current with Saudi Arabian environmental laws and ensure ongoing adherence throughout the project lifecycle.

• Deliver clear, consistent communication of sustainability targets and progress to internal and external stakeholders via reports and presentations.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, or a related discipline.

• At least 10 years of experience, ideally in managing sustainability on large-scale infrastructure projects.

• Demonstrated success in designing and executing effective environmental strategies.

• Deep understanding of LEED standards and certification processes.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Hands-on experience achieving LEED Gold certification in infrastructure projects.

• Strong familiarity with Saudi Arabia’s environmental regulations and standards.

• Excellent leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.

• Skilled in using sustainability reporting tools and frameworks.

• Capable of managing multiple high-priority tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Fluency in English required; Arabic language skills are a strong advantage.