Smart Cities Manager

SNC-Lavalin Fayez Engineering; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Smart Cities Manager, leading innovative digital transformation projects in Riyadh. This role involves developing Smart City Masterplans, enhancing urban infrastructure with cutting-edge technology, and collaborating with diverse teams to improve quality of life. With over 15 years of expertise in smart city initiatives, you will play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable urban environments. Enjoy a tax-free salary, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion in a supportive workplace that values your contributions.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Life insurance coverage

Comprehensive medical insurance

Paid annual leave

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Relocation assistance

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Qualifications

• 15+ years in digital transformation and smart city projects.
• Experience in urban planning, engineering, and ICT systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead smart city projects and digital transformation initiatives.
• Develop Smart City Masterplans and enhance urban infrastructure.

Skills

Digital Transformation

Urban Planning

Smart City Projects

Sustainability Frameworks

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning

Master’s degree in related fields

Tools

ICT Systems

LEED

ISO 37120

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Smart Cities Manager for a giga mixed-use project based in Riyadh, which encompasses public realm, urban infrastructure elements, high-end residential, and cultural assets. The project is currently pending imminent award.

About AtkinsRéalis

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data, and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning, and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, and Capital. News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://careers.atkinsrealis.com

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of digital transformation and smart city projects across the region. Develop analysis, run and engage client teams and stakeholders, and deliver high-quality work products.
• Provide technical and expert support in the design and preparation of particular actions and inclusive urban development/future city processes.
• Offer innovative approaches to future city actions by developing Smart City Masterplans and processes, based on global trends but considering local contexts, demands, and place-sourced opportunities.
• Identify traditional urban infrastructure assets (both physical and social) and enhance this with elements of future technology urban infrastructure assets including datasets, networks, connected devices, and sensors, for future smart services and applications.
• Work alongside our Land Use & Built Environment Master planning and Urban Design teams to identify a portfolio of smart city solutions with potential to improve the quality of life and address dimensions such as Smart Economy, Smart Environment, Net Zero Agenda, Smart Living, Smart Mobility, Smart People, and Smart Governance.
• Establish relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels to cultivate and manage business development opportunities and to develop the appropriate Business Case and next steps to project realization.

Required Skills and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields; Master’s preferred from an accredited international university.
• Experience in all phases of digital transformation and smart city projects for more than 15 years.
• Familiar with Master planning, Urban Design processes, ICT systems, and sustainability frameworks (e.g., LEED, ISO 37120).
• Experience in developing digital strategies and implementing digital transformation in large organizations.
• Proven ability to work in a customer-facing/consulting environment.
• Experience leading projects through all phases of the lifecycle.
• Strong appreciation of the ‘Smart Cities Landscape’ in the Middle East and networks within the supply chain/vendor environment.
• Strong analytical, creative, and communication skills to encourage clients to execute their digital roadmap.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to manage and mentor individuals and teams.
• Commitment to supporting company values including ED&I, Safety, Integrity & Collaboration.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
• Paid annual leave.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
• Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion, or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.