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About the Role

Qiddiya Investment Company is developing a significant mega-project located outside Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, focused on entertainment, sports, and culture. As construction progresses, the company is seeking an experienced professional to lead the implementation of critical infrastructure. This is a full-time position based in Riyadh.

Position Overview

The Director – Viaduct, Stations & Tunnels (VST) Implementation will be responsible for the client-side delivery of all metro civil infrastructure works. This includes overseeing the construction of viaducts, stations, tunnels, shafts, portals, and associated structures. The role requires strategic leadership and governance to ensure the safe, efficient, and integrated delivery of the Metro program, managing complex relationships with various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of all VST civil infrastructure works, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives.
• Oversee contractor performance, monitor construction progress, manage risks, and control changes.
• Manage interfaces between civil works, systems, rolling stock, utilities, existing infrastructure, and third-party stakeholders.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with government entities, regulatory authorities, utility providers, and developers.
• Ensure construction delivery aligns with approved designs, operational requirements, and asset handover objectives.
• Drive the resolution of technical, contractual, stakeholder, and construction-related issues.
• Support testing, commissioning, operational readiness, and the transition into operations.
• Provide executive reporting, governance, and strategic decision-making support.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 20 years of experience in major infrastructure delivery, including at least 15 years in senior leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience delivering metro, railway, or major transportation infrastructure projects, encompassing stations, tunnels, and elevated structures.
• Previous experience working within the Middle East region is required.
• Strong expertise in programme delivery, interface management, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and contract administration.
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent professional accreditation is preferred.
• Experience in client-side leadership roles on mega-projects exceeding USD 4 billion is highly desirable.

Company Context

Qiddiya is a large-scale project situated near Riyadh, designed to be a capital for entertainment, sports, and culture in Saudi Arabia. The project encompasses a wide range of facilities, including racetracks, theme parks, stadiums, and performance venues. This role is integral to the ongoing construction and development of this transformative national initiative.