Director Design (Structural Steelworks) MBS Stadium (SPA)📣 Job Ad

About Qiddiya and the MBS Stadium Project

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a Director Design for Structural Steelwork for the MBS Stadium project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role contributes to the development of a 46,979-seat landmark stadium, situated 200 metres above the Tuwaiq cliffs. The MBS Stadium is designed to be the world's first fully integrated venue, featuring a retractable roof, a movable pitch, and an LED wall, and is designated for the 2034 FIFA World Cup.

The Role of Director Design, Structural Steelworks

Reporting to the Structural Design Lead, the Director Design will provide expert guidance to the Management Contractor and specialist steel contractor. This role focuses on all aspects of the design and construction of the structural steelwork for the MBS Stadium project.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and design oversight to the Management Contractor and specialist steel contractor across all structural steelwork activities on the MBS Stadium project.
• Lead the identification, assessment, and resolution of complex structural steelwork design and construction challenges arising from the project's unique scale, cliff-edge location, and engineering requirements.
• Review and comment on steelwork design submissions, fabrication drawings, and construction methodology statements, ensuring alignment with project specifications and quality standards.
• Liaise closely with the Management Contractor and steel subcontractor to monitor design development and resolve technical issues promptly.
• Coordinate with wider design, engineering, and project management teams to ensure steelwork design is fully integrated with architectural, facade, and MEP requirements.
• Support the review of RFIs, technical queries, and design change requests relating to structural steelwork.
• Provide regular technical reporting to the Structural Design Lead on design progress, outstanding issues, and risk items.
• Contribute to a collaborative, solutions-focused team culture in line with the ambition and pace of the project.

Project Complexity and Challenges

The MBS Stadium presents significant structural steelwork challenges due to its unique characteristics. These include its cliff-edge location, a three-sided bowl configuration, and the integration of world-record moving structures. The complexity spans scale, logistical constraints, fabrication engineering, and construction methodology.

Required Experience and Attributes

Candidates should possess over 10 years of relevant experience in structural steelwork design and construction. The role requires an individual who can confidently navigate complex challenges, collaborate effectively across multiple contracting parties, and drive solutions to maintain project schedules.

Work Location

This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.