Senior Director - Primary Urban Axis Network📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Qiddiya is seeking a Senior Director to lead the development and delivery of the Primary Urban Axis (PUA) Network. This critical transportation infrastructure component is designed to ensure seamless connectivity across Qiddiya City's diverse districts and key attractions, enhancing urban connectivity and the quality of life for residents and visitors. The PUA network will serve as gateways to iconic destinations and venues, while facilitating efficient access to essential services and recreational areas. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to one of Qiddiya's significant projects, driving the vision of a "City of Play" through innovative and sustainable transportation solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the PUA program on time, within budget, and to required standards of quality and safety.
• Ensure a world-class customer experience aligned with Qiddiya's "City of Play" vision.
• Enable a safe, future-ready, and sustainable system designed for automation, scalability, and zero-emission operations.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team through planning and design phases, integrating innovative and sustainable practices aligned with TBU objectives.
• Collaborate with government agencies, MDU mobility planning, EBU, city planners, and stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance and community alignment.
• Oversee the procurement process, including packaging development, phasing, tendering, and contract award, ensuring transparency and value for money.
• Lead negotiations and manage contracts with consultants, contractors, and suppliers, monitoring performance and compliance through to service handover.
• Collaborate with operations, customer excellence, safety, and other relevant teams for a seamless transition from construction to service delivery.
• Represent the organization at public forums, industry conferences, and media engagements.
• Develop talent and build capability within the team for the long-term success of Qiddiya and the Kingdom.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of 20 years of experience in large-scale infrastructure projects, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role.
• Possession of a PMP certification or another recognized project management certification.
• Proven experience in delivering highly complex transit or metro projects from inception to completion.
• Strong knowledge of public sector procurement, contract management, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication, influence, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with the cultural and regulatory context of the Middle East, particularly Saudi Arabia, is preferred.
• Experience working internationally, preferably in both developed and developing markets.

Required Skills

• Project Management
• Leadership
• Communication
• Negotiation
• Stakeholder Management
• Procurement
• Contract Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Large-scale Infrastructure Projects
• Transit Projects
• Metro Projects
• Sustainability
• Automation
• Scalability
• Zero-Emission Operations

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time role based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The position requires extensive experience in managing large-scale infrastructure projects and leading senior teams.