Deputy Tunnelling Manager

Savile Lloyd; Doha; On-site; QAR 327,629 - 436,839; Full time

Job summary

Savile Lloyd is seeking a Deputy Tunnelling Manager for a metro project in Qatar. The ideal candidate will have over 20 years of experience in tunnelling methods, particularly TBM and NATM, with a strong record on large-scale infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include overseeing all tunnelling and underground construction activities, with a focus on safety and quality standards. Middle East experience is a plus but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• 20+ years post‑graduation experience of TBM and NATM methods on large‐scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience with complex tunnels and underground stations.
• Previous Middle East experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all tunnelling and underground construction activities.
• Ensure safety, quality, and design technical standards are adhered to.

Skills

TBM techniques

NATM techniques

Safety compliance

Quality control

Education

Degree qualified

Job description

Our client, an international main contractor currently involved in a JV partnership, is seeking a Deputy Tunnelling Manager to join them on the metro project awarded in Qatar.

The successful candidate will be responsible for all tunnelling and underground construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, and design technical standards are adhered to. Proven working history in both TBM and open excavation (such as NATM) techniques is essential.

Qualifications

• 20+ years post‑graduation experience of TBM and NATM methods on large‐scale infrastructure projects, including complex tunnels and underground stations.
• Degree qualified.
• Previous Middle East experience preferred but not essential.