Project Manager - Civil & Track

AECOM; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Retirement plan

Job summary

AECOM in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead railway civil and track construction projects from initiation through completion. You will develop schedules, budgets, and execution plans while coordinating civil, track, signaling, and systems teams to meet client requirements.

You will mentor engineers, manage stakeholder interfaces, and ensure safety, quality, and cost objectives are achieved across multidisciplinary teams on site. PMP/Prince2 exposure is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Master's Degree in Engineering or Project Management preferred.
• PMP preferred; PRINCE2 advantageous; SCE Registration preferred for Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of railway civil and track construction projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and execution strategies.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions where required.
• Ensure project delivery aligns with client requirements, contractual obligations, and company objectives.
• Oversee civil works activities including earthworks, structures, drainage, foundations.
• Coordinate interfaces between civil, track, signalling, telecommunications, and systems teams.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, consultants, contractors, and authorities.
• Lead project meetings and provide progress reports to senior management.
• Promote HSE compliance and lead incident investigations when needed.
• Monitor costs, manage variations and subcontractor performance.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering or Project Management

Job description

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Project Management

• Lead the execution of railway civil and track construction projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and execution strategies.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions where required.
• Ensure project delivery aligns with client requirements, contractual obligations, and company objectives.

Civil & Track Construction Management

• Manage all civil works activities, including earthworks, structures, drainage, foundations, and railway-related infrastructure.
• Oversee track installation activities, including ballast, sleepers, rails, turnouts, and associated track components.
• Ensure compliance with approved designs, specifications, and construction standards.
• Coordinate construction interfaces between civil, track, signalling, telecommunications, and systems teams.

Stakeholder Management

• Maintain effective communication with clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
• Lead project meetings and provide progress reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Resolve technical, commercial, and operational issues affecting project performance.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across the project.
• Ensure compliance with company HSE policies and project-specific safety requirements.
• Lead investigations of incidents and implement corrective and preventive actions.

Commercial & Contract Management

• Monitor project costs and ensure financial targets are achieved.
• Manage variations, claims, and contractual correspondence.
• Review subcontractor performance, certifications, and payment applications.

Quality Management

• Ensure all works comply with approved quality plans and inspection requirements.
• Monitor testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Ensure project documentation is maintained and handed over in accordance with client requirements.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and subcontractors.
• Mentor engineers and site management personnel.
• Drive team performance and promote continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Master's Degree in Engineering or Project Management is preferred.

Professional Certifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional) preferred.
• PRINCE2 certification is an advantage.
• SCE Registration (Saudi Council of Engineers) preferred for projects in Saudi Arabia.

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10156826

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: On-Site