Associate Director

WSP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Civil Engineer to lead design management for complex bridge and tunnel projects in Saudi Arabia. This role involves building strong client relationships, driving business development, and providing technical leadership to a multidisciplinary team. With a focus on compliance with local and international standards, you will oversee project planning and quality control while mentoring junior engineers. If you have a passion for infrastructure and a proven track record in the field, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in bridge/tunnel design, including 5 years in leadership.
• Chartered Engineer status is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead design management for bridge and tunnel projects from concept to detailed design.
• Build strong client relationships and identify new business opportunities.

Skills

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Midas

RM Bridge

SOFiSTiK

LUSAS

PLAXIS

Job description

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering (Civil)

Nationality: Any Nationality

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Your new role, what's involved?

1. Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients in Saudi Arabia, building strong relationships and identifying new business opportunities.
2. Lead business development in the bridges and tunnels market in KSA and support wider business development activities, including preparation of technical proposals and contributing to strategic planning.
3. Provide technical leadership to the design team, ensuring compliance with local and international codes and standards.
4. Lead the design management and technical delivery of complex bridge and tunnel infrastructure projects from concept to detailed design stages.
5. Oversee project planning, resourcing, budgeting, and quality control across multiple projects.
6. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including geotechnical, highway, railway, and MEP specialists.
7. Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team culture.
8. Represent the consultancy in industry forums and client meetings, promoting technical excellence and thought leadership.

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

1. Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master's degree is highly desirable.
2. Chartered Engineer status (e.g., CEng, PE, or equivalent) is highly desirable.
3. Minimum 15 years of experience in the design of bridges and/or tunnels, including 5 years in a senior or leadership capacity.
4. Minimum 10 years of experience working in KSA.
5. Proven track record of business development, work winning and building strong client relationships.
6. Proven track record of working within international engineering consultancies on large-scale infrastructure design projects.
7. In-depth knowledge of relevant design software (e.g., Midas, RM Bridge, SOFiSTiK, LUSAS, PLAXIS, or similar).
8. Strong understanding of local Saudi regulations.
9. Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.