Consultant - Digital Advisory

Buro Happold Engineering; Riyadh; Hybrid; SAR 224,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Consultant in Digital Advisory to shape and deliver strategic initiatives across Smart Cities and Digital Infrastructure. The role involves leading projects, conducting market research, and facilitating stakeholder engagement. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Telecommunication Systems Engineering, strong analytical skills, and effective communication abilities. This position offers attractive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and commitment to continuous development.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

Attractive salary and benefits package

Continuous development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunication Systems Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications and digital infrastructure fundamentals.
• Proven analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support planning and delivery of projects related to Smart Cities and digital infrastructure.
• Conduct market research and develop strategy documents for clients.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement sessions and workshops.

Skills

Telecommunications fundamentals

Analytical skills

Research skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunication Systems Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS

CAD

Job description

Passionate about smart cities and digital innovation? So are we. Join us as a Consultant in Digital Advisory and help design connected, sustainable cities through bold thinking and real-world impact

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.

Your next role

Buro Happold has a clear strategic plan, strong learning culture and entrepreneurial mindset that will allow you to thrive.

You’ll be part of something bigger than us all where sustainability, equity, social and performance outcomes matter. All of Buro Happold is committed to doing the right thing, even when that’s the hardest thing. This is a genuine opportunity to make impact - and leave real legacy.

Your key duties

We are seeking Digital Advisory Consultants to join our Riyadh office. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping and delivering strategic initiatives across Smart Cities, Digital Infrastructure, Connectivity, and Digital Advisory Services. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to design innovative solutions that enable the cities and communities of the future.

• Lead and support the planning, analysis, and delivery of projects related to Smart Cities, digital infrastructure, and emerging technologies.
• Conduct market research, benchmarking, and feasibility studies to inform digital strategies and investment decisions.
• Develop high-quality strategy documents, reports, proposals, and presentations for clients and stakeholders.
• Integrate telecommunications, ICT, and connectivity solutions into broader digital transformation programs.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement sessions and workshops to capture requirements and align on strategic objectives.
• Coordinate project delivery, ensuring outputs meet client expectations in terms of accuracy, timeliness, and quality.
• Monitor and interpret trends in digital infrastructure, including Mobile Networks (4G, 5G), IoT, fiber networks, and smart city technologies.
• Contribute to internal capability development through knowledge-sharing and participation in innovation initiatives.

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunication Systems Engineering or a related discipline (Telecommunication Engineering, Computer & Communication Engineering, etc.).
• Strong understanding of telecommunications and digital infrastructure fundamentals, including connectivity (wired and wireless), networking, and IoT.
• Proven analytical, research, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word); experience with GIS, CAD, or other digital tools is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively within diverse teams and manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.

What we offer you

• Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world’s most respected consultancies.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Attractive salary and benefits package.
• A strong commitment to your continuous development. Whatever stage in your career, we have a learning and development programme that will enable and empower you.
• Entitlement to two memberships to professional bodies or subscriptions.
• An international culture that wherever your career takes you at Buro Happold, you won’t be far from the exceptional.

At Buro Happold, everyone else’s extraordinary is just our everyday.

Apply today and be a part of our legacy.

A place for everyone

Buro Happold values individual’s flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing difference allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact [e-mail] so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.