Key Responsibilities
Perform
outdoor thermal comfort assessments
using a variety of modeling tools and scientific methods.
Analyze
microclimatic variables
such as solar radiation, humidity, wind conditions, and ambient temperature.
Develop and implement
design strategies
to enhance thermal comfort in open-air environments.
Work collaboratively with
urban designers, landscape architects, and
master planners
to incorporate climate-responsive solutions into design proposals.
Utilize simulation platforms to
forecast thermal performance
and comfort levels.
Create and deliver
comprehensive reports and presentations
summarizing technical analysis, findings, and proposed solutions.
Stay current with
emerging research, tools, and global best practices
in thermal comfort design.
Conduct
on-site evaluations
to assess existing conditions and track the implementation of proposed strategies.
Offer expert recommendations on
materials, greenery, shading systems, and other interventions that influence outdoor comfort.
Participate in
multidisciplinary project teams, providing sustainability and environmental compliance expertise from concept to completion.
Engage in
client-facing activities, including presenting at workshops and design meetings.
Contribute innovative ideas that align with each project’s vision, challenging assumptions and offering
creative alternatives.
Prepare
technical documentation and studies
for sustainability certifications and regulatory compliance.
Mentor and review the work of
junior team members, ensuring quality and alignment with project objectives.
Contribute to
bidding and proposal development
to support new business opportunities.
Work independently and take initiative while having access to team support as needed.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in
architecture, engineering, urban planning, or related natural sciences.
Minimum of
7 years’ skilled experience
in international consultancy settings involving engineering, design, project management, or sustainability.
Solid understanding of
outdoor microclimates
and
thermal comfort principles.
Familiarity with key thermal comfort indicators such as
PMV, PET, and UTCI.
Proven ability to interpret and evaluate
climatic datasets
for design insights.
Proficiency in
thermal modeling software
(e.g.,
Autodesk Forma, CFD tools); knowledge of
GIS and data analysis tools
is a plus.
Awareness of
current sustainability trends
and the ability to apply them in a project-specific context.
Experience collaborating with
multi-disciplinary teams, including clients, contractors, and design professionals, to deliver thermal comfort objectives.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage
multiple large-scale projects
in parallel.
Excellent
communication skills
in English, both written and verbal.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s or Ph.D. in a related field such as
architecture, engineering, or planning.
Professional certifications such as
Estidama PCRS PQP, LEED AP, or BREEAM AP
(additional credentials are advantageous).
Documented experience supporting
third-party sustainability certification applications, including
LEED, WELL, Estidama, Mostadam, or Envision.
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