Senior Engineer - Roads

Overview

Drive Innovation in Saudi Arabia's Road Infrastructure

• We're seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Engineer - Roads to join our dynamic infrastructure team in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
• This is an exceptional opportunity to lead the design and delivery of complex, high-impact road infrastructure projects that will shape the region's transportation landscape.
• With a proven track record of delivering large-scale urban master plan projects with integrated high-rise development, you'll bring strategic vision and technical excellence to transformative infrastructure initiatives.
• If you're a detail-oriented professional with a passion for innovative engineering solutions and a demonstrated history of excellence on complex, multidisciplinary projects, we want to hear from you.
• Lead and coordinate comprehensive engineering design on large-scale urban master plan projects, managing diverse road infrastructure components from feasibility studies through construction support and contract administration
• Direct the integration of road infrastructure with high-rise development and complex urban systems, ensuring seamless coordination across all project phases
• Manage design packages on complex highway schemes and urban transportation networks, ensuring all deliverables meet organizational quality standards and are completed on time and within budget
• Conduct comprehensive road design and drainage modeling, applying technical expertise to solve challenging engineering problems in dense urban environments
• Collaborate seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams, integrating outputs from structures, environmental, utilities, and high-rise development disciplines to deliver cohesive solutions
• Work directly with clients, government authorities, and stakeholders, providing technical guidance through design phases and statutory approval processes specific to Saudi Arabian regulations
• Ensure compliance with local road design standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements applicable in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
• Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team
• Analyze complex project requirements and constraints, making decisive recommendations that balance innovation with practical feasibility in large-scale urban contexts
• Prepare comprehensive contract documents and technical specifications for project delivery on major infrastructure programs
• Maintain transparent communication with all project stakeholders, ensuring clarity on technical decisions and project progress across integrated development initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline (BSc, BEng, MEng, or MSc)
• Minimum 12 years of post-graduation professional experience in civil engineering, road design, and major infrastructure projects
• Proven track record of leading large-scale urban master plan projects with integrated high-rise and complex infrastructure components
• Demonstrated expertise in general road design, drainage modeling, and urban transportation networks
• Extensive experience managing multiphase projects from concept through construction completion and contract administration
• Advanced proficiency in coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams (structures, environmental, utilities, high-rise development) and integrating diverse technical inputs into cohesive solutions
• Strong command of project management principles, including budget control, schedule management, and resource allocation on complex programs
• Proven experience preparing comprehensive contract documents and technical specifications for large-scale infrastructure delivery
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail in complex urban environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in team environments while exercising independent decision-making on technical matters

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced working knowledge of international road design standards and best practices in urban infrastructure
• Extensive experience with statutory planning and design approval processes for large-scale developments
• Demonstrated expertise in Middle Eastern infrastructure projects or similar climatic regions
• In-depth knowledge of Saudi Arabian road standards, regulations, and local approval procedures
• Proficiency with advanced design software and modeling tools used in road and urban infrastructure engineering
• Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent professional credential)
• Proven track record of mentoring and developing senior-level engineers and contributing to organizational capability building
• Experience in sustainable and innovative infrastructure design solutions for urban environments
• Understanding of extreme climate considerations and resilience in infrastructure design (desert conditions, high temperatures)
• Experience integrating high-rise development with ground-level transportation and utility infrastructure

Domain Expertise

• Large-scale urban master planning and integrated infrastructure delivery
• Road infrastructure and highway engineering within urban contexts
• Drainage design and stormwater management in complex urban environments
• Traffic engineering and transportation planning principles
• Geotechnical considerations in road and high-rise development design
• Construction methodology, contract administration, and project controls
• Multidisciplinary coordination and integration of high-rise development with infrastructure systems

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