Sustainability / Life Cycle Cost Specialist

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.