Lead Traffic Engineering & Safety for Major Riyadh Project

WSP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is looking for a Senior Traffic Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join their Transport & Infrastructure team for a major project based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This leadership position involves overseeing all traffic engineering aspects during project phases.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Civil or Traffic Engineering, with a minimum of 15 years' experience in traffic engineering, including 5 years in a senior role, and proven experience on large-scale projects within the GCC.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in traffic engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior or SME-level role.
• Proven experience working on large-scale infrastructure or transport projects within Saudi Arabia or the GCC.
• Strong knowledge of KSA regulatory frameworks including MOT, Riyadh Municipality, and Royal Commission standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the review, approval, and supervision of traffic management plans and detour strategies.
• Ensure compliance of traffic management designs with local standards and project-specific requirements.
• Monitor and supervise on-site implementation of traffic control measures.

Skills

Traffic flow optimization

Traffic impact mitigation

Coordination with public sector authorities

Communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Traffic Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Synchro

SIDRA

VISSIM

Job description

WSP is looking for a Senior Traffic Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join their Transport & Infrastructure team for a major project based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This leadership position involves overseeing all traffic engineering aspects during project phases.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Civil or Traffic Engineering, with a minimum of 15 years' experience in traffic engineering, including 5 years in a senior role, and proven experience on large-scale projects within the GCC.