Job Description

Overview:

The Sustainability and Life Cycle Cost Specialist is responsible for reviewing sustainability strategies and conducting life cycle cost analyses (LCCA) to optimize long-term environmental and economic outcomes in large-scale construction projects. The role ensures compliance with international sustainability standards and environmental regulations while integrating sustainability principles throughout the design and construction phases.

Responsibilities:

Sustainability Design Review and Approval:

Review and approve sustainability strategies in design submissions, ensuring alignment with project specifications, local environmental regulations, and international sustainability standards (e.g., LEED, BREEAM).

Evaluate designs for energy efficiency, water conservation, material selection, and environmental impact, providing expert feedback to enhance sustainability performance.

Ensure the integration of sustainability principles across building systems, including the use of renewable energy sources, sustainable materials, and waste management practices.

Life Cycle Cost Analysis:

Conduct comprehensive life cycle cost analyses (LCCA) to evaluate the long-term economic and environmental impact of design options, materials, and systems.

Compare upfront capital costs with long-term operational savings by considering factors such as energy consumption, maintenance, and replacement costs.

Provide strategies for optimizing life cycle costs to reduce overall expenses while meeting sustainability goals, balancing both performance and budgetary constraints.

Coordination with Design Teams:

Collaborate with architects, engineers, and project managers to ensure that sustainability objectives are fully integrated into the design, construction, and operational phases.

Maintain clear communication between the sustainability team and other professionals to align the project's sustainability targets with life cycle cost goals.

Quality Control and Compliance:

Implement quality control processes to ensure that designs comply with environmental and sustainability standards, including energy efficiency and resource conservation.

Conduct compliance checks to ensure adherence to local green building regulations, environmental laws, and international sustainability certifications.

Technical Problem Solving:

Address and resolve sustainability challenges in design and construction, ensuring solutions are efficient and compliant with environmental standards and life cycle cost objectives.

Provide technical expertise to balance sustainability goals with economic feasibility, ensuring both immediate and long-term design objectives are met.

Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain detailed records of sustainability assessments, life cycle cost analyses, design reviews, and certifications, ensuring all documentation is current and accessible for audits.

Report on sustainability performance data to all stakeholders, providing updates on progress toward achieving sustainability and cost optimization goals.

Client and Stakeholder Engagement:

Serve as the main point of contact for sustainability and life cycle cost-related inquiries, ensuring the client's goals are met in the final design.

Participate in review meetings with clients and stakeholders, offering updates, recommendations, and insights on sustainability progress and life cycle cost efficiency.

Competency Requirements:

Proven experience in sustainability design review, life cycle cost analysis, and green building practices in large-scale construction projects.

In-depth knowledge of international sustainability standards (e.g., LEED, BREEAM), energy efficiency, water conservation, and life cycle cost modeling.

Expertise in optimizing sustainability strategies while reducing long-term costs and ensuring compliance with green building certifications.

Strong communication and leadership skills, capable of providing actionable feedback and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

BSc Holders: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Architecture, or a related field from a recognized Western-accredited university with over 15 years of relevant experience.

MSc Holders: Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Architecture, or a related field from a recognized Western-accredited university with over 12 years of relevant experience.

Professional Membership:

Chartered membership in a recognized institution (e.g., USGBC, CIBSE, or equivalent).

Experience:

10-15 years of experience in sustainability and life cycle cost analysis, with at least 5 years in a leadership or supervisory role.

Language Skills:

Fluency in English is mandatory; proficiency in Arabic is an asset.

Other Skills:

Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and apply it to sustainability and cost-optimization strategies.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with project stakeholders, design teams, and clients.

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Requirements:

Advanced Technical Knowledge: Expertise in life cycle assessment (LCA) tools and sustainability modeling software to evaluate environmental impacts and cost efficiency throughout the project life cycle. Regulatory Expertise: Thorough understanding of global environmental regulations and sustainable development trends to ensure future-proofing and compliance with emerging standards.