Associate Director - Dry Utilities
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WSP is seeking an Associate Director – Dry Utilities to lead and manage dry utilities design projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires technical leadership, strategic direction, and management of multidisciplinary teams.
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Job Description
WSP are seeking an accomplished Associate Director – Dry Utilities to join our Infrastructure team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The successful candidate will lead and manage the delivery of dry utilities design projects, providing technical excellence, strategic direction, and leadership to multidisciplinary teams.
With proven expertise in dry utilities design, the ideal candidate will bring extensive experience across Saudi Arabia, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions on major infrastructure programs.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership and strategic guidance on dry utilities design, including power, telecommunications, street lighting, and associated infrastructure.
- Lead and oversee the preparation of concept, preliminary, and detailed designs in compliance with regional authority standards.
- Manage multi-disciplinary design teams to ensure successful project delivery within scope, budget, and schedule.
- Act as the primary client interface, building strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction.
- Oversee quality assurance, design reviews, and technical compliance with local and international standards.
- Contribute to business development, proposals, and bids, leveraging regional market knowledge and networks.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Engage with local authorities and stakeholders to secure approvals and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Drive innovation and sustainability in dry utilities design practices, aligning with the firm’s long-term vision.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Civil, or related Engineering discipline (Master’s preferred).
- 15+ years of experience in dry utilities design, with at least 5 years in a senior management/leadership role.
- Proven track record of delivering dry utilities projects in Saudi Arabia, with strong knowledge of authority standards.
- Demonstrated experience in leading design teams on large-scale infrastructure projects such as urban developments, roads & highways, and mixed-use developments.
- Strong client-facing, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience in business development and contributing to successful project bids/proposals.
- Chartered Engineer status (e.g., CEng, PE, or equivalent) is highly desirable.
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