WSP in the Middle East

Project Director / Senior Project Manager

Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaPosted 3 weeks ago

Salary
AED 6k–9k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Lead
Field
Construction & Engineering
Work mode
On site

About the role

Job Description What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. We are seeking a Project Director / Senior Project Manager with over 15 years of experience in civil engineering and infrastructure design to lead the delivery of a major development project in Riyadh. The role involves managing and coordinating multiple infrastructure design contracts, including Primary Infrastructure, Secondary Infrastructure, Highways, Drainage and related systems. This is a strategic leadership role requiring deep technical expertise, strong coordination skills and the ability to drive design excellence across complex infrastructure workstreams. Responsibilities • Lead and oversee the design delivery of all infrastructure components within the project. • Manage and coordinate multiple infrastructure design contracts and consultants. • Ensure integration and alignment across primary and secondary infrastructure, highways, drainage, utilities, and public realm. • Review and approve design submissions, ensuring compliance with project requirements, local regulations, and international standards. • Collaborate with project stakeholders, including government authorities, developers, and engineering teams. • Monitor design progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies. • Support procurement and construction teams with design-related inputs and technical guidance. • Champion sustainability, innovation, and value engineering throughout the design process. Qualifications • Minimum 15 years of experience in infrastructure design and delivery. • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline; Master’s degree preferred. • Proven track record in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, ideally within the Middle East. • Strong understanding of infrastructure systems including roads, drainage, utilities, and site-wide services. • Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams and external consultants. • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. • Familiarity with regional codes, standards, and permitting processes. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

Requirements

Minimum 15 years of experience in infrastructure design and delivery. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the design delivery of all infrastructure components within the project. Manage and coordinate multiple infrastructure design contracts and consultants. Ensure integration and alignment across primary and secondary infrastructure, highways, drainage, utilities, and public realm. Review and approve design submissions, ensuring compliance with project requirements, local regulations, and international standards. Collaborate with project stakeholders, including government authorities, developers, and engineering teams. Monitor design progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies. Support procurement and construction teams with design-related inputs and technical guidance. Champion sustainability, innovation, and value engineering throughout the design process.

Skills

  • infrastructure design
  • project delivery
  • coordination of multiple design contracts
  • highways design
  • drainage design
  • utilities design
  • public realm design
  • multidisciplinary design team management
  • stakeholder management
  • design submissions review
  • risk monitoring and mitigation
  • sustainability and value engineering
  • regulatory compliance
  • procurement support
  • construction input and guidance

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