GSAS Specialist (Airport Projects)

About the role

AECOM is seeking an experienced GSAS Specialist to lead sustainability and environmental compliance initiatives for large-scale international airport projects. The role manages the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) certification process, ensuring all project phases comply with GSAS requirements and sustainability objectives, in close coordination with clients, contractors, consultants and regulatory authorities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the GSAS certification process from project planning through final certification.
• Ensure compliance with GSAS criteria, sustainability standards and environmental regulations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review architectural, civil, structural, MEP and infrastructure designs for alignment with GSAS requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors and stakeholders to achieve targeted certification levels.
• Prepare, review and submit all required documentation for GSAS certification.
• Conduct sustainability assessments, audits and compliance reviews during design and construction.
• Advise teams on energy efficiency, water conservation, waste management, indoor environmental quality and sustainable materials.
• Monitor construction activities, identify sustainability risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Prepare sustainability reports and liaise with certification bodies and authorities.
• Mentor project teams on GSAS requirements and support sustainability strategy development.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Certified GSAS Specialist (CGSAS) or equivalent GSAS accreditation is mandatory.
• Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience implementing and managing GSAS requirements and certification.
• Minimum 5 years of management experience on large international airport projects.
• Proven experience managing sustainability certification for complex infrastructure or aviation projects.

What we offer

• Benefits depending on employment status, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, paid time off, flexible work options, well-being resources and an employee assistance program.
• Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
• Training and development programs and a global team working on projects across the world.