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About the Role

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a highly experienced Project Director / Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a significant development project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is a strategic leadership opportunity to contribute to landmark projects and shape the future of infrastructure in the region. You will join a global team dedicated to making a positive impact through innovative and sustainable solutions.

This role requires a deep understanding of civil engineering and infrastructure design, with a focus on managing and coordinating multiple complex infrastructure workstreams. You will be instrumental in driving design excellence and ensuring the successful integration of various project components.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the comprehensive design delivery of all infrastructure components within the project.
• Manage and coordinate multiple infrastructure design contracts and external consultants effectively.
• Ensure seamless integration and alignment across primary and secondary infrastructure, highways, drainage, utilities, and public realm elements.
• Review and approve design submissions, verifying compliance with project requirements, local regulations, and international standards.
• Collaborate proactively with a diverse range of project stakeholders, including government authorities, developers, and engineering teams.
• Monitor design progress diligently, identify potential risks, and implement robust mitigation strategies.
• Provide essential design-related inputs and technical guidance to support procurement and construction teams.
• Champion sustainability, innovation, and value engineering principles throughout the entire design process.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in infrastructure design and delivery.
• Proven track record in successfully delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, with a preference for experience within the Middle East.
• Strong understanding of various infrastructure systems, including roads, drainage, utilities, and site-wide services.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multidisciplinary design teams and external consultants.
• Familiarity with regional codes, standards, and permitting processes relevant to infrastructure development in Saudi Arabia.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline; a Master's degree is preferred.

Required Skills

• Civil Engineering
• Infrastructure Design
• Project Management
• Coordination
• Leadership
• Stakeholder Management
• Risk Management
• Sustainability
• Innovation
• Value Engineering

Work Location and Type

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