Lead Design Engineer Civil

About the Role

Nesma & Partners is seeking a Lead Design Engineer Civil to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves providing leadership, direction, and technical expertise in civil design processes, with a focus on architectural design oversight and innovative solutions. The position requires 5-10 years of experience, particularly in wet utilities and storm and sewage networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise the Engineering team, ensuring efficient work consistent with operating procedures and policies.
• Provide on-the-job training and constructive feedback to support team development.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and report variances to management.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, presenting concept designs and gathering feedback throughout project lifecycles.
• Guide project teams and stakeholders in interpreting design specifications for accurate execution.
• Collaborate with suppliers and contractors to source sustainable materials that meet project requirements.
• Direct the development of detailed plans and engineering standards for architectural designs.
• Liaise with procurement and contracting departments for architectural services and materials.
• Oversee schematic designs and drawings, ensuring adherence to project vision and specifications.
• Lead design decision-making, addressing challenges and modifications throughout project phases.
• Ensure implementation of sustainable practices and durable materials to minimize replacements.
• Coordinate design disciplines (architectural, structural, mechanical, civil) for seamless integration.
• Participate in site inspections, coordination meetings, and oversee as-built drawings and models.
• Evaluate design solutions against industry trends and direct quality assurance checks.
• Review design deliverables across project phases to assess alignment with specifications.

Regulatory Compliance and Standards

• Stay informed of local and global regulations in the engineering industry and apply relevant changes to design practices.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and regulations, such as ISO standards, related to architectural design and drawing.
• Contribute to the implementation of procedures and processes to promote world-class standards in Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE) and sustainability.

Team Leadership and Development

• Promote organizational values and ethics within the team to foster a value-driven culture.
• Provide inputs and implement policies, systems, and procedures for the Engineering team.
• Participate in identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability of systems, processes, and practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5-10 years of experience in civil engineering design.
• Demonstrated knowledge of wet utilities, including storm and sewage networks.
• Experience in leading and supervising engineering teams.
• Proficiency in design tools and approaches such as VDC and BIM.

Reporting

The Lead Design Engineer Civil will be responsible for preparing and producing timely and accurate reports that meet Nesma & Partners' requirements, policies, and quality standards.