Project Manager - Maintenance of Way

AECOM; Turayf; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking a seasoned Project Manager for Maintenance of Way and railway asset management. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver track, drainage, and asset integrity projects, ensuring safety, budget, and schedule adherence.

The role emphasizes stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement across operations, with opportunities to mentor staff and shape safer, more reliable railway infrastructures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Master's Degree or PMP certification is preferred.
• Professional railway certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Maintenance of Way activities: track, turnouts, ballast, drainage, and trackside assets.
• Develop maintenance strategies, work schedules, and project execution plans.
• Ensure maintenance is delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Monitor project performance via KPIs and report to management and clients.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and operational challenges.
• Oversee preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities.
• Coordinate track possessions and access with railway operations teams.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering, or a related discipline

Master's Degree or PMP certification

Professional railway certifications

Job description

• Primary Location: KSA - Riyadh, SA - The Business Gate

Company Description

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead and manage all Maintenance of Way activities, including track, turnouts, ballast, drainage systems, and trackside assets.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies, work schedules, and project execution plans.
• Ensure maintenance works are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Monitor project performance through KPIs and provide regular progress reports to senior management and clients.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and operational challenges.

Operations & Maintenance

• Oversee preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities.
• Ensure track inspections are conducted in accordance with maintenance standards and regulatory requirements.
• Review asset condition data and implement improvement initiatives to enhance asset reliability and lifecycle performance.
• Coordinate track possessions and access arrangements with railway operations teams.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Promote a strong safety culture across all maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with railway safety standards, company procedures, and client requirements.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct safety audits, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary interface with clients, consultants, regulators, and subcontractors.
• Attend project review meetings and provide technical and operational updates.
• Manage client expectations and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures.
• Review and approve subcontractor performance and invoices.
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost reduction.
• Support contract administration and change management processes.
• Lead multidisciplinary maintenance teams, supervisors, engineers, and planners.
• Develop workforce plans and training requirements.
• Conduct performance evaluations and mentor team members.
• Foster collaboration and continuous improvement within the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Master's Degree or PMP certification is preferred.
• Professional railway certifications are advantageous.

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.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public-&private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

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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.