Job Description

Associate Environmental Specialist - Parsons Corporation - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Associate Environmental Specialist job in Dubai, UAE supporting environmental planning and impact assessment for large-scale infrastructure and masterplan developments. This role contributes to environmental and social impact assessments, regulatory approvals, and environmental management strategies across complex projects in the UAE and wider GCC region.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Environmental Services
Function: Environmental Protection-Conservation
Salary: 18000-22000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Environmental Impact Assessments and Environmental and Social Impact Assessments for infrastructure, community development, marine, and coastal projects
• Manage and coordinate EIA and ESIA inputs from multidisciplinary specialists including engineering, hydrology, and environmental experts
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to manage approvals and present assessment findings
• Interpret EIA and ESIA outcomes to guide masterplanning and design teams on mitigation measures and environmental responses
• Lead project management, contract administration, and coordination activities related to environmental scope
• Mentor and review work produced by junior environmental team members
• Manage environmental subconsultants, review impact assessment studies, and coordinate delivery schedules
• Prepare RFPs for appointment of environmental subconsultants and evaluate technical proposals
• Align environmental studies with international safeguard requirements such as World Bank and IFC standards
• Support environmental monitoring strategies and management plans linked to EIA and ESIA delivery

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree or higher in an environmental-related discipline
• More than 10 years of experience in environmental consultancy within international engineering or project management environments
• Strong understanding of EIA and ESIA processes across infrastructure and masterplanning projects in the UAE and GCC
• Sound knowledge of UAE environmental regulations, particularly in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
• Experience working with development finance institution safeguard frameworks
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver work to tight deadlines
• Confident communicator with experience presenting findings to clients and authorities
• Flexible and proactive approach, capable of working independently and within multidisciplinary teams

Skills Set

• Environmental and social impact assessment
• Regulatory approvals and authority liaison
• Environmental management and monitoring
• Project management and coordination
• Subconsultant management and technical review
• Environmental mitigation planning
• Technical reporting and presentation
• Analytical and organizational skills

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work on complex infrastructure and masterplan projects across the UAE
• Exposure to international environmental standards and safeguard frameworks
• Collaborative and multidisciplinary work environment
• Long-term professional growth within a global engineering and project management organization

About the Company
Parsons Corporation is a global leader in engineering, construction, and project management, delivering complex infrastructure, transportation, and development projects worldwide. With a strong presence in Dubai, Parsons integrates environmental stewardship, technical excellence, and innovation to support sustainable development and resilient communities across the region.
Job Title Associate Environmental Specialist - Parsons Corporation - Dubai, UAE
Associate Environmental Specialist - Parsons Corporation - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Associate Environmental Specialist job in Dubai, UAE supporting environmental planning and impact assessment for large-scale infrastructure and masterplan developments. This role contributes to environmental and social impact assessments, regulatory approvals, and environmental management strategies across complex projects in the UAE and wider GCC region.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Environmental Services
Function: Environmental Protection-Conservation
Salary: 18000-22000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Environmental Impact Assessments and Environmental and Social Impact Assessments for infrastructure, community development, marine, and coastal projects
• Manage and coordinate EIA and ESIA inputs from multidisciplinary specialists including engineering, hydrology, and environmental experts
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to manage approvals and present assessment findings
• Interpret EIA and ESIA outcomes to guide masterplanning and design teams on mitigation measures and environmental responses
• Lead project management, contract administration, and coordination activities related to environmental scope
• Mentor and review work produced by junior environmental team members
• Manage environmental subconsultants, review impact assessment studies, and coordinate delivery schedules
• Prepare RFPs for appointment of environmental subconsultants and evaluate technical proposals
• Align environmental studies with international safeguard requirements such as World Bank and IFC standards
• Support environmental monitoring strategies and management plans linked to EIA and ESIA delivery

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree or higher in an environmental-related discipline
• More than 10 years of experience in environmental consultancy within international engineering or project management environments
• Strong understanding of EIA and ESIA processes across infrastructure and masterplanning projects in the UAE and GCC
• Sound knowledge of UAE environmental regulations, particularly in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
• Experience working with development finance institution safeguard frameworks
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver work to tight deadlines
• Confident communicator with experience presenting findings to clients and authorities
• Flexible and proactive approach, capable of working independently and within multidisciplinary teams

Skills Set

• Environmental and social impact assessment
• Regulatory approvals and authority liaison
• Environmental management and monitoring
• Project management and coordination
• Subconsultant management and technical review
• Environmental mitigation planning
• Technical reporting and presentation
• Analytical and organizational skills

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work on complex infrastructure and masterplan projects across the UAE
• Exposure to international environmental standards and safeguard frameworks
• Collaborative and multidisciplinary work environment
• Long-term professional growth within a global engineering and project management organization

About the Company
Parsons Corporation is a global leader in engineering, construction, and project management, delivering complex infrastructure, transportation, and development projects worldwide. With a strong presence in Dubai, Parsons integrates environmental stewardship, technical excellence, and innovation to support sustainable development and resilient communities across the region.
Post Details
Job Start Date
Salary from 18000.00
Salary to 22000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location -
Location City Dubai
Desired Candidate's Profile
Gender No Preference
Nationality
Candidate Current Location

Skills Required