13 Green Building Practices jobs in the United Arab Emirates

A well known entity in Abu Dhabi.

• Lead sustainable construction initiatives across large-scale development and infrastructure projects
• Drive the sourcing and implementation of certified green building materials and circular solutions
• Collaborate with design, engineering, procurement, and project delivery teams to embed sustainability from concept to execution
• Evaluate supplier sustainability performance and ensure alignment with ESG objectives
• Contribute to broader environmental strategy, innovation, and regulatory compliance
• UAE National with Family Book and 5-9 years of experience in construction, supply chain, or procurement
• Strong technical knowledge of sustainable building materials and green construction practices
• Familiarity with frameworks such as LEED, Estidama, or WELL
• Proven experience working on large-scale developments or infrastructure projects
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and engage senior internal and external stakeholders
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At the heart of every successful construction project lies a commitment to environmental stewardship. As an Environmental Compliance Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our activities align with local, state, and federal regulations.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of environmental laws and regulations, including the Clean Water Act and Clean Air Act. They will also demonstrate exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

• Ensure all construction activities comply with environmental standards and regulations.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor compliance and identify potential issues.
• Prepare detailed reports on environmental compliance and present findings to management and regulatory bodies.
• Develop and implement environmental management plans, including waste management, erosion control, and pollution prevention.
• Provide training to construction staff on environmental regulations and best practices.
• Respond to environmental incidents and emergencies, ensuring appropriate measures are taken to mitigate impact.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, community groups, and other stakeholders to address environmental concerns.

For this challenging role, we require a minimum of 8 years of experience in environmental compliance within the construction industry. A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field is essential. Professional certifications, such as Certified Environmental Professional (CEP), are highly desirable.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including tax-free salary, life insurance coverage, medical insurance coverage, company gratuity scheme, discretionary bonus program, annual flight contribution, and Employee Wellbeing Program: access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.

The ideal candidate for this role will have a strong background in sustainable construction and a passion for driving environmental initiatives.

• Lead the development of large-scale construction projects that meet the highest standards of sustainability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement certified green building materials and circular solutions
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce waste, energy consumption, and carbon emissions
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with ESG objectives
• Engage with stakeholders to promote sustainable practices and innovation

• UAE National with 5-9 years of experience in construction, supply chain, or procurement
• Strong technical knowledge of sustainable building materials and green construction practices
• Familiarity with frameworks such as LEED, Estidama, or WELL
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and driving results-oriented projects
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

We are seeking an experienced professional to lead the implementation of sustainable construction and supply chain strategies. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and integrating sustainable procurement requirements, reviewing and improving policies and standards related to sustainability, and managing analysis of environmental data from construction sites.

The role requires a strong understanding of sustainable procurement practices, green materials, and their application in construction projects. Proficiency in sustainability assessment tools is also essential.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in sustainability/sustainable design and construction in the built environment. A bachelor's degree in a related field, including sustainability, engineering, or environment, is required.

• Develop and implement sustainable construction and supply chain strategies.
• Develop sustainable procurement requirements and integrate them into the procurement process.
• Review, develop, and continuously improve policies and standards related to embedding sustainability into construction and the supply chain selection, evaluation, and development.
• Manage analysis of assurance-ready environmental data from construction sites.
• Assess the environmental impact of materials and products within the supply chain.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure seamless integration of sustainable materials into installation and construction operations.

• Strong understanding of sustainable procurement practices, green materials, and their application in construction projects.
• Proficiency in sustainability assessment tools (e.g., EPD, LCA).
• Familiarity with relevant regulations and certifications related to sustainable sourcing.
• Project management skills.
• Interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, including sustainability, engineering, or environment.

A well known entity in Abu Dhabi.

• Lead sustainable construction initiatives across large-scale development and infrastructure projects
• Drive the sourcing and implementation of certified green building materials and circular solutions
• Collaborate with design, engineering, procurement, and project delivery teams to embed sustainability from concept to execution
• Evaluate supplier sustainability performance and ensure alignment with ESG objectives
• Contribute to broader environmental strategy, innovation, and regulatory compliance

• UAE National with Family Book and 5-9 years of experience in construction, supply chain, or procurement
• Strong technical knowledge of sustainable building materials and green construction practices
• Familiarity with frameworks such as LEED, Estidama, or WELL
• Proven experience working on large-scale developments or infrastructure projects
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and engage senior internal and external stakeholders

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Job Purpose
Implementation of sustainable construction and supply chain strategies across all developments and projects, as well as existing portfolio. Lead supply chain engagement to find commercially viable carbon solutions to delver on Aldar’s net zero targets. And support environmental data gathering and assurance for all construction sites.

Job Purpose
Implementation of sustainable construction and supply chain strategies across all developments and projects, as well as existing portfolio. Lead supply chain engagement to find commercially viable carbon solutions to delver on Aldar’s net zero targets. And support environmental data gathering and assurance for all construction sites.
Roles And Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of sustainable construction and supply chain strategies and plans.
• Develop sustainable procurement requirements and criteria and integrate them into procurement and tendering process.
• Lead the review, development and continuous improvement of policies, standards, guidelines, tools and systems related to embedding sustainability into construction and the supply chain selection, evaluation and development.
• Develop low carbon construction materials and products’ market intelligence, understand supplier market economics, and develop pricing benchmarks.
• Develop a program for supply chain ESG development and deliver it to raise the maturity of contactors and suppliers to achieve mutual sustainability targets.
• Manage analysis of assurance-ready environmental data from construction sites, develop key insights / findings and propose solutions to various supply chain sustainability issues.
• Assess the environmental impact of materials and products within the supply chain, considering factors such as carbon footprint, energy consumption, and waste generation.
• Collaborate with projects teams to ensure that sustainable materials are seamlessly integrated into installation and construction operations.
• Identify potential risks and challenges related to technical viability of sustainable materials and products and develop mitigation strategies to address them.
• Drive innovation in sustainable supply chain by exploring new technologies, materials, and techniques that align with project specifications and sustainability objectives. And lead implementation of sustainability pilots and programs.
• Stay informed about regulatory changes and industry trends that may impact the availability or use of green materials.
• Ensure the monitoring of the compliance level to relevant laws, regulations and standards related to the function
  

• Strong understanding of sustainable procurement practices, green materials, and their application in construction projects.
• Proficiency in sustainability assessment tools (e.g., EPD, LCA)
• Familiarity with relevant regulations and certifications related to sustainable sourcing.
• Project management
• Interpersonal and presentation skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  

• Seniority levelExecutive

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing

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Salt Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Salt Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Our client, a regional leader in real estate development and destination creation, is seeking an Assistant Vice President – Sustainable Construction and Supply Chain to lead sustainability efforts across their development projects and existing portfolio. This strategic role focuses on delivering innovative, commercially viable solutions to achieve the company's net zero targets, while ensuring environmental responsibility is embedded across the supply chain and construction operations.

You'll work cross-functionally with procurement, project, and sustainability teams to integrate green practices into every stage of construction, from material selection to vendor engagement. The role also involves assessing and managing environmental data to guide decision-making and ensure regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the rollout of sustainable construction and supply chain initiatives that align with long-term environmental goals.
• Integrate sustainability-focused criteria into procurement strategies and tendering processes.
• Shape and continuously improve internal policies, tools, and standards to embed ESG principles into supply chain and construction practices.
• Build and maintain intelligence on sustainable materials and products, including market economics and pricing benchmarks.
• Lead ESG capability-building programs for suppliers and contractors, helping align external partners with sustainability objectives.
• Analyze environmental performance data from construction sites, identifying trends, challenges, and actionable solutions.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure sustainable materials are adopted and effectively integrated into execution plans.
• Evaluate the environmental impact of construction materials, focusing on carbon footprint, energy use, and waste.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to the feasibility or performance of green materials and methods.
• Spearhead pilot programs and explore emerging technologies and techniques to drive innovation in sustainable construction.
• Stay current with regulatory developments and industry standards that influence sustainability practices.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 6+ years of experience in sustainability, construction, or real estate.
• Bachelor's degree in sustainability, engineering, environmental science, or a related field.
• Deep understanding of sustainable procurement, construction materials, and ESG supply chain practices.
• Proficiency in tools like Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA).
• Strong analytical thinking, project management, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across functions.

This is an exciting opportunity to take a leadership role in sustainability within a fast-paced, forward-thinking organization. You'll gain exposure to landmark real estate projects while driving real impact on climate goals. The role offers a competitive salary, paid holidays, medical insurance, and the chance to work on initiatives that are transforming the built environment.

How to Apply:

If you have a strong background in sustainable construction and supply chain management, and you're passionate about pioneering change in the built environment, we'd love to hear from you.

*** Only successful candidates will be contacted ***

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Engineering, Project Management, and Business Development
• Industries Real Estate, Construction, and Engineering Services

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JOB PURPOSE

Implementation of sustainable construction and supply chain strategies across all developments and projects, as well as existing portfolio. Lead supply chain engagement to find commercially viable carbon solutions to delver on Aldar's net zero targets. And support environmental data gathering and assurance for all construction sites.

• Lead the implementation of sustainable construction and supply chain strategies and plans.
• Develop sustainable procurement requirements and criteria and integrate them into procurement and tendering process.
• Lead the review, development and continuous improvement of policies, standards, guidelines, tools and systems related to embedding sustainability into construction and the supply chain selection, evaluation and development.
• Develop low carbon construction materials and products' market intelligence, understand supplier market economics, and develop pricing benchmarks.
• Develop a program for supply chain ESG development and deliver it to raise the maturity of contractors and suppliers to achieve mutual sustainability targets.
• Manage analysis of assurance-ready environmental data from construction sites, develop key insights / findings and propose solutions to various supply chain sustainability issues.
• Assess the environmental impact of materials and products within the supply chain, considering factors such as carbon footprint, energy consumption, and waste generation.
• Collaborate with projects teams to ensure that sustainable materials are seamlessly integrated into installation and construction operations.
• Identify potential risks and challenges related to technical viability of sustainable materials and products and develop mitigation strategies to address them.
• Drive innovation in sustainable supply chain by exploring new technologies, materials, and techniques that align with project specifications and sustainability objectives. And lead implementation of sustainability pilots and programs.
• Stay informed about regulatory changes and industry trends that may impact the availability or use of green materials.
• Ensure the monitoring of the compliance level to relevant laws, regulations and standards related to the function

• Related years of experience: Min of 8+ years of related experience in sustainability / sustainable design and construction in the built environment

• Real Estate or Construction

• Strong understanding of sustainable procurement practices, green materials, and their application in construction projects.
• Proficiency in sustainability assessment tools (e.g., EPD, LCA)
• Familiarity with relevant regulations and certifications related to sustainable sourcing.
• Project management
• Interpersonal and presentation skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Bachelors' degree in a related field including sustainability, engineering, environment or a related field.