Project Director Aviation

WSP; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a qualified Project Director – Aviation to oversee a significant aviation programme in Saudi Arabia. The role includes managing project performance, strategic direction for multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring alignment with client and contractual expectations. Ideal candidates must have extensive experience in aviation projects and a strong grasp of airport design and infrastructure enhancement. This position plays a vital role in the oversight of project delivery and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing large-scale aviation projects.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to direct multi-disciplinary teams.
• Excellent understanding of airport design and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver major aviation programme successfully.
• Provide strategic direction to teams and manage project performance.
• Ensure alignment with client expectations and represent WSP at high levels.

Job description

WSP in the Middle East is currently hiring for a Project Director – Aviation to join our team in KSA. The Project Director holds full accountability for the successful delivery of a major aviation programme within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with a strong emphasis on airport design modernisation and infrastructure enhancement. This senior leadership role provides strategic direction to multi‑disciplinary teams, ensures strict alignment with client and contractual expectations, and represents WSP at the highest levels with authorities, stakeholders, and executive decision‑makers. The position carries responsibility for the complete spectrum of project performance, including schedule management, technical delivery, quality assurance, risk mitigation, and commercial governance.